Long-term (permanent) residence
An indefinite residence permit for those who have lived legally in Spain continuously, usually for 5 years.
Start with this procedureRead it in more detail on our blog: Long-term residence: what happens if you don't get a response in 3 months
Who it's for
Legal residents who can prove 5 continuous years of residence in Spain.
Who CAN'T apply for it
- If you've had less than 5 continuous years of legal residence in Spain, you can't apply yet — we'll notify you once you reach the threshold.
- If you've spent any time outside Spain during those 5 years, your case needs individual review: we don't automatically calculate whether those absences break continuity, since adding up multiple periods against two different limits is easy to get wrong.
Typical documentation
Current TIE
The card you already have.
Passport
Valid.
History of previous residence permits
Copies of the permits you've held so far, to show continuity.
Work history record
Social Security work history report, if you've worked in Spain.
EX-11 form
The official long-term residence application; we prepare it for you.
Official fees
These fees are charged by the administration, not by us. They're paid separately from our price.
Autorización de residencia de larga duración-UE y autorización de residencia de larga duración nacional
21,87€
Modelo 790-052 · Ministerio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones
Official sourceTIE de residencia de larga duración o larga duración-UE
21,87€
Modelo 790-012 · Policía Nacional
Official sourceEstimated timeframe
1-3 months, legal deadline 3 months
Estimated timeframe. It depends on the assigned immigration office and may vary.
Our price
150€
Includes preparing all your documentation and the official form already filled in with your details.
Start with this procedureFrequently asked questions about this procedure
How long do I need to have lived in Spain to apply?
5 continuous years of legal residence immediately before applying.
How long can I be outside Spain without losing continuity?
The law allows up to 6 consecutive months away, without exceeding 10 months total across the 5 years (18 months if the absence is work-related). We don't calculate this automatically because it's easy to get wrong when adding up several periods — your case gets individual review if you've had any absence.
What's the difference between the national and EU modality?
The EU modality additionally requires proving 150% of the IPREM, plus 50% per family member, and health insurance, but lets you use the permit as a base to move to another EU country. If you're only planning to stay in Spain, the national modality is simpler.
What if the administration doesn't respond in time?
Here, silence works in your favor: if there's no response within the legal 3-month deadline, it's considered granted — unlike most other immigration procedures.