Road map · Phase 12 of 12

Extended, PJM, citizenship

The deadlines and fees for each extension, the new TIE, the larga dura in five years and the path to citizenship by residence.

The phase was prepared by the NEXO team from the source; the lawyer ’s check-in has not yet been completed, and the points are marked with a date of reconciliation.

Short

  • General regime: apply 2 months before the end or 3 months after (with a fine of up to 500 y)
  • Extension of temporary residence: 16.40 I per modulo 790-052; new TIE 19.30 I 790-012
  • Larga Duración: 5 years of continuous residence; up to 6 consecutive months and up to 10 months in total
  • Nationality: 10 years of residence (1 year married to a Spanish citizen), DELE A2 and CCSE, decision up to one year
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Item 236

How can we find a date for the end of the residence permit and when to remind you of the extension?

The validity of the permit is specified in the agency decision and on the TIE card; the extension window under the general regime shall open two months before that date (article 64.1 RD 1155/2024) [1].

  • Free of charge

Cross-checked 03.10.2026 For more information, see the article

Item 237

What time frame is there for the extension of a residence permit under the general regime?

Extensions under general regime (no lucrativa, work, reunification) are granted two months before the end of the authorization; the extension is extended within a period of time until the decision is reached (arts. 64.1, 71.1, 80.1, 86.1 RD 1155/2024) [1]. In three months after the end, the application is also accepted, but a fine of up to 500 € (articles 52.b and 55 LO 4/2000) [2]. The amount of 790-052 is paid on the electronic application at the time of the application (article 2.3 Orden PJC/617/2025) [3].

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  • State
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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
OFICINA de Extranjería, Barcelona; electronically via Mercury
How to Sign
Electronically via Mercury (certificate or DNIe, no entry is required); the full delivery on record is not confirmed after the cancellation of article 197.2 (decisions Tribunal Supremo of 8 July and 29 July 201226), specify in the Officiala de Extranjeria (93 520 14 10 or the form of consultation on the reference to Delegación).
Documents
  • Statement on official form (EX-01 or based)
  • copy of the full passport
  • Revenue receipt 790-052
  • base documents
  • in school-age children: registration certificate
Value
State Secretary 16.40 me, form 790 code 790-052
Duration
3 months ’ decision; on electronic payment, the duty is paid at the time of application (art. 2.3), the period of voluntary payment of 10 working days is deemed to be from the application (art. 2.5.a).

Detailed: detailed article · router: extension · term in the glossary · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 238

What if the extension is more than three months overdue?

If more than three months have elapsed since the authorization was terminated, it cannot be extended under the general regime: the regulation allows only the holder of the valid permit to be extended or within three months after the end (art. 64.2.a RD 1155/2024) [1]The situation is becoming irregular, not a minor violation under article 52.b, but more serious (article 53.1.a LO 4/2000) [2]I need to get a case: SoJ ICAB is free of charge. [3] and SAIER for Barcelona residents [4].

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  • Expenditure
  • We need a lawyer.
Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
Migration Law Counsel; SOJ ICAB and SAIER AJuntament de Barcelona (conditions on service websites)
How to Sign
On record with the chosen lawyer or service; SAEAR accepts the cita previa
Documents
  • all decisions and notices in the case
  • passport with stamps
  • Certificate of residence
Value
Under the lawyer's fee; SOJ ICAB and SAIER free of charge, conditions on their websites
Duration
Right away, without waiting for a police visit or a new presentation

Detailed: detailed article · router: extension · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 239

What are the conditions for extension no lucrativa?

For extension no lucrativa, you must live in Spain for more than 183 days in the calendar year, have funds for a new term and seguro de enfermedad, enrol children in school and pay a fee (art. 64.2 RD 1155/2024) [1]III. Three months ’silence means consent; authorization is extended for two years, then TIE for a month (art. 64.7-64.9) [1]. The amount of 790-052 is paid on the electronic application at the time of the application (article 2.3 Orden PJC/617/2025) [2].

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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
OFFICINA de Extranjería, Barcelona
How to Sign
Electronically via Mercury (certification or DNIe); the face delivery on record is not confirmed after the cancellation of article 197.2 (decisions Tribunal Supremo of 8 July and 29 July 2026), specify in the Official de Extranjeria (93 520 14 10 or the form of consultation on the reference to Delegación).
Documents
  • copy of the full passport
  • 2-year confirmation
  • New-term insurance policy
  • School certificate
  • receipt 790-052
Value
State Secretary 16.40 me, form 790 code 790-052
Duration
3 months; silence means consent; TIE within a month of the decision; duty on electronic application is paid at the time of submission (art. 2.3), 10 working days are considered as being due (art. 2.5.a)

Detailed: detailed article · route sheet: no lucrativa · router: extension · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 240

How do you extend your work permit, and what gives you a four-year extension?

The extension of the employment permit is granted for four years and permits any activity in any part of Spain (art. 81.1 RD 1155/2024) [1]B. Basis: continuation of employment or one of the conditions of article 80 [1][2]. The employee pays 790-052 (P.2.3), employer 81.54 I for 790-062 for work permit (P. 3.2.2); three months ’ decision, silence means consent [2][3]X-03 is recorded electronically [4].

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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
OFICINA de Extranjería, Barcelona; electronically via Mercury
How to Sign
Electronically via Mercury (Certificate); personally by cita previa: EX-03 is named in Delegación's Note of 20 May 2025, an electronic record.
Documents
  • Statement EX-03
  • copy of the full passport
  • receipts 790-052 and 790-062
  • in the new employer: contract and confirmation of alta
Value
State Secretary 16.40 me, form 790 code 790-052
Duration
3 months; silence means consent; on electronic application, both duties are paid at the time of application (art. 2.3 Orden PJC/617/025), 10 working days are considered to be from the application or, in the case of art. 2.5.b, from the employee

Detailed: detailed article · route: work · router: extension · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 241

How can the teaching estancia be extended, and why is silence a rejection?

The prórroga of educational estancia is supplied electronically, directly or through a representative, to the OFICINA de Extranjería province where the estancia is issued: two months before the end or three months after; if no decision is taken in the month, the application is rejected (art. 55 RD 1155/2024) [1]Extensions are valid for the course period but not more than one year; up to two extensions are allowed for higher and post-compulsory secondary education, one for the remaining cases [1]Need a matricula for new rates, funds, insurance and duties [1][2].

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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
Ofcina de Extranjería province, where estancia is issued
How to Sign
Electronically only via Mercurio (Certificate): Article 55.4 requires electronic delivery
Documents
  • copy of the full passport
  • Matricula to new course
  • confirmation of funds
  • Insurance policy
  • receipt 790-052
Value
Minister 17.49, Form 790 code 790-052
Duration
1 month ’s decision; silence means waiver; on electronic payment, the duty is paid at the time of payment (art. 2.3 Orden PJC/617/2025)

Detailed: detailed article · Track: studies · router: extension · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 242

How do you get a 24-month job permit after a university?

A graduate with a degree of at least 6 EQF (Grado) can stay in Spain for 24 months without extension to seek work or start a project (Disposión ad hoc 17 Ley 14/2013) [1]Application is made electronically to Delegación or Subdelegación Province within 60 days of the end of estancia or 90 days after; certification, insurance and funds are checked for declaración responsable; 20 days ’ decision, silence means consent [1]I'm 10.94 for 790-052 [2].

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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
Delegación o Subdelegación del Gobierno Province
How to Sign
Electronic only (disposición adicional 17, para. 2)
Documents
  • Certificate or certificate of completion
  • Health insurance
  • Declaración responsable
  • passport
  • receipt 790-052
Value
State Secretary 10.94 I, form 790 code 790-052
Duration
60 days before or 90 days after the end of estancia; 20 days; on electronic payment, the duty is paid at the time of payment (art. 2.3 Orden PJC/617/2025)

Detailed: detailed article · Track: studies · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 243

How do you extend the digital nomad resolution through UGE?

The holder of the teletrabajo visa applies to UGE for residence permit when 60 days remain to be granted until the visa is completed and it is valid [2]74 quinquies Ley 14/2013) [1]Extension only electronic; extension of authorization, including 90 days after termination at risk (art. 76.3) [1]Appeal: recurso de alzada per month.

  • Online
Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
Unidad de Grandes Empresas y Colectivos Estratégicos (UGE)
How to Sign
Electronically only via the Sede of the Ministry of Inclusion
Documents
  • passport
  • Current contract or contracts with a foreign company
  • Income support
  • a certificate of alta in Segurid Social or certificate by agreement
  • receipt 790-038
Value
Modelo duty 790-038 in favour of the Ministry of Inclusion; check the extension fee on the UGE page
Duration
UGE decision 20 days; silence means consent

Detailed: detailed article · router: DNV · router: extension · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 244

When is the extension needed informe d'integracó and how do you get it?

If a condition of extension is not met, the agency shall take into account the favourable informe d'esforça d'integracio Generalitat (article 64.6 RD 1155/2024) [1]I. Application is made in person, preferably in the ajuntation where you are prescribed; report up to 30 working days free; evaluate Catalan and Spanish knowledge and participation in value courses; repeat report requires a certificate of A2 or above or a document of 90 hours of course [2].

  • Personally.
  • Free of charge
Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
Ajuntament at the spot Padró; issues the Department de Drets Socials i Inclusio Generalitat
How to Sign
Personally, in auntation at the spot Padró or via a register; check your entry order on your website
Documents
  • Document of identity
  • padró
  • Certificates of language courses
  • Certificates of course on values
Value
free of charge
Duration
up to 30 working days on the Generalitat page; under article 64.6 Reglamento, if the report is not issued for a month, this condition can be proved by any acceptable means

Detailed: detailed article · router: extension

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 245

How much is a new TIE after the extension and when do you ask for it?

After extension notification, the holder personally requests a new tanjeta de identidad de extranjero in Comisaría de Policía within one month (article 64.9 RD 1155/2024) [1]I'm going to give you a TIE fee for the extension of 19.30 I'm on the model 790 código 012 [2]For TIE, the page Policya calls EX-17 form and confirmation of payment [3]. Issuance of TIE, toma de huellas and recogida in the Delegación memo are called Policía procedures with cita previa [4].

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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
Comisaría de Policía Nacional (Barcelona)
How to Sign
Cita previa in Policía Nacional (showing order and name of items in the portal: "TIE" stage, item on toma de huellas); check the list of documents to confirm the record
Documents
  • Decision on extension
  • passport
  • EX-17 form
  • Payment receipt 790-012
Value
State Secretary 19.30, Form 790 code 790-012
Duration
Request within one month of extension notification

Detailed: detailed article · router: extension · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 246

How can you get residencia de larga duración after five years?

Larga Duración national is granted five years of legal continuous residence in Spain; the period of absence shall not be interrupted if each of the months is six consecutive months and the amount is ten months in five years (up to eighteen work) (art. 183 RD 1155/2024) [1]Application is filed with the OFICINA de Extranjería province two months before the end of the current authorization; three months ’ decision, silence means consent, TIE within a month (art. 184) [1][2]. Table 790-052, para. 2.6 [3].

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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
OFICINA de Extranjería, Barcelona; electronically via Mercury
How to Sign
Electronically via Mercurio (Certificate); face-to-face delivery is not confirmed after the cancellation of article 197.2 (Decisions Tribunal Supremo of 8 July and 29 July 2026), specify in Officiala de Extranjeria (93 520 14 10 or the form of consultation on the reference to Delegación): larga duración in its list of procedures with recording. Through a representative, notarized power or apud acta (art. 197.4) is not mentioned; what is appropriate for you is decided by counsel.
Documents
  • EX-11 statement
  • copy of the full passport
  • receipt 790-052
  • If necessary: certificate of non-judiciality from the country of residence
Value
State Secretary 21.87, Form 790 code 790-052
Duration
3 months ’ decision, silence means consent; TIE within a month of the decision; duty at electronic filing at the time of submission (art. 2.3), 10 working days from delivery (art. 2.5.a); reference sheet 49 refers to admision a trámite, check the form of payment

Detailed: detailed article · router: extension · term in the glossary

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 247

How does larga duración-UE differ from national?

The status of larga Duración-UE requires, in addition to five years of residence, regular and sufficient resources (for a two-person family, 150 per cent IPREM plus 50 per cent for each of the following, under the rules of reunification) and health insurance, public or private (arts. 67, 176-177 RD 1155/2024) [1][2]I'm going to have to count out the years of estancia if you're a resident at the time of submission. [1]II. Submission and duty as national status (P.2.6) [3].

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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
OFFICINA de Extranjería, Barcelona
How to Sign
Electronically via Mercurio (Certificate); face-to-face delivery is not confirmed after the cancellation of article 197.2 (Decisions Tribunal Supermo of 8 July and 29 July 2026), specify in Officiala de Extranjeria (93 520 14 10 or consultation form on the reference to Delegación).
Documents
  • EX-11 statement
  • copy of the full passport
  • regular resources confirmation
  • Insurance policy or confirmation Seguriidad Social
  • receipt 790-052
Value
State Secretary 21.87, Form 790 code 790-052
Duration
3 months; on electronic payment, the duty is paid at the time of application (art. 2.3), 10 working days are considered to be payment (art. 2.5.a)

Detailed: detailed article · router: extension

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 248

When does the status of larga duración lose when living abroad?

The status of larga Duración ceases when there are twelve consecutive months of absence in the EU (article 201.1.c RD 1155/2024); the former holder of larga Duración-UE, who has lived outside Spain for more than six years, is undergoing a rehabilitation procedure (article 186) [1].

  • Free of charge

Cross-checked 03.10.2026 For more information, see the article

Item 249

How can you apply for Spanish citizenship by living?

Residence requires 10 years of legal continuous residence immediately before application; one year is sufficient in marriage to a Spanish citizen, two years for citizens of Ibero-American States and several other countries (art. 22 Código Civil) [1]I'm applying electronically to the Ministry of Justice, duty 104.05 on 790-026 [3]; decision within one year, silence means waiver (art. 11 RD 1004/2015) [2]. Instituto Cervantes: CCSE 85 [4], DELE A2 in Spain 138 € [5].

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Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
Ministry of Justice, sede electriónica; examination at the Instituto Cervantes
How to Sign
Electronically via the Ministry of Justice (AutoFirma Certificate and Program); online registration examinations on examenes.cervantes.es
Documents
  • passport
  • TIE
  • birth certificate of the country of origin, legalized and translated
  • DELE A2 and CCEE certificates or consent to a data request application from the Institute
  • receipt 790-026
  • certificado de empadronamiento and Registro Central de Penados certificate or consent to their request
Value
State Secretary 104.05 I, form 790 code 790-026
Duration
Decision before 1 year (art. 11.3 RD 1004/2015); silence means rejection

Detailed: detailed article

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

Item 250

What to do after the citizenship decision: the oath of Registro Civil?

The citizenship decision is subject to the condition that, within 180 days of notification, you appear before the Encargado del Registro Civil: oath or promise of allegiance to the King and the Constitution, a declaration of renunciation of previous citizenship (except for the countries of article 24.1) and a request for registration in the Registro Civil (art. 23 Código Civil, art. 12 RD 1004/2015) [1][2]B. The delay in the decision shall render the decision ineffective [2].

  • Personally.
Where, how to sign, documents, value, time
Where
Encargado del Registro Civil; which Registro and how to sign up, check the Ministry of Justice website
How to Sign
Cita previa in Registro Civil; check the order of the entry on the Ministry of Justice website
Documents
  • notification of decision
  • passport and TIE
  • Documents requested by Registro Civil
Value
:: Certify the oath and the record at Registro Civil
Duration
180 days from the day after notification of the decision

Detailed: detailed article

This is a reference point, not a legal opinion.

What can we do for ourselves and what we take

All the points of this stage can be taken on their own: each one has a place where, how to register and what to bring. Where without a lawyer, there is a separate form of assistance, including free options. The NEXO prepares a package, accompanying the delivery and handling: 30 minutes free, full consultation 121 I in 45 minutes, cost of maintenance, fees and transfers separately. Book a consultation

Frequent issues

When do you apply for an extension of residence in Spain?
Under the general regime (no lucrativa, work, reunification) within two months before the end of the permit; the application is extended until the decision is reached. It can be filed within three months after the end, but this is a minor violation with a fine of up to 500 y. The training estancia and Ley 14/2013 permits have their own rules: for DNV, the application is accepted within 90 days after the end.
What happens if the extension is more than three months overdue?
The extension window is closed: the regulation allows only the holder of the valid permit to be extended or three months after the valid permit is terminated; the stay is now irregular, which is a serious violation under LO 4/2000. The map stops at this step: the case with the lawyer is to be handled, not a stand-alone application.
How much is the extension of the residence permit?
The extension of temporary residence under the general regime is 16.40 I under the modelo 790 código 052 (Orden PJC/617/025, para. 2.2); in the case of employment, the employer pays an additional 81.54 I for 790-062. The extension of the educational estancia 17.49 I, the new TIE after the extension of 19.30 ya for 790-012. The amount of the DNV extension is not named in the order: it is viewed on the UGE page. The electronic payment of the duty is paid at the time of the application (Article 2.3 of the order).
How do you count five years for a PJM?
It takes five years of legal and continuous residence immediately before delivery; the absences do not interrupt the period unless each is longer than six consecutive months and their amount is not more than five years; the amount of up to eighteen months when leaving work; the two months before the end of the current authorization; and those who have already fulfilled the conditions do not have to wait until the end.
What examinations are needed for Spanish citizenship?
Two examinations by the Instituto Cervantes: DELE at or above A2 and CCEE (Knows the Constitution and Society), registration at CCEE is 85 and makes two attempts; DELE A2 in Spain, on the 2026 price table of the Institute Services, is 138. Application for citizenship is submitted electronically through the Sede of the Ministry of Justice, duty 104.05 I for 790-026; decision up to one year, silence means waiver.

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