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How do I apply via UGE?

STEP-BY-STEP DIY APPLICATION PROCESS

Let’s do the Within Spain Route via UGE

Step 1: Enter Spain

Travel on a tourist visa or visa-free (if applicable)

You have 90 days to complete the application

Step 2: Secure a Spanish Address

Rent an apartment or arrange long-term accommodation

Obtain a rental contract or proof of residence

Register your address (empadronamiento) at the local city hall (it’s hard to get this, you can get TIE first before this)

Step 3: Obtain Your NIE Number

NIE = Número de Identificación de Extranjero (foreigner ID number)

This is required for your visa application

Apply at your local police station or Oficina de Extranjería

Bring: passport, application form (EX-15), proof of address

Fee: approximately €10

Processing: same day or within a few days

Step 4: Obtain a Digital Certificate

A Certificado Digital allows for online submission

Obtain one from

www.sede.fnmt.gob.es⁠

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Alternatively, hire a representative who has a digital certificate

Step 5: Prepare Your Application Package Organize all documents from the checklist above:

Personal documents

Professional documents

Financial proof

Proof of Spanish residence

NIE number

Step 6: Submit Your Application to UGE

UGE = Unidad de Grandes Empresas y Colectivos Estratégicos

Submit online via the Spanish immigration portal

Requires a digital certificate or authorized representative

Upload high-quality scans of all documents

Pay the application fees

Note: Some applicants hire a lawyer with a digital certificate solely for the submission process (typically €500-3000)

Step 7: Wait for Processing

Timeline: 20-45 business days

Track your status online

UGE may request additional documents (you'll have 10 days to provide them)

Step 8: Receive Approval

You'll be notified by email or post

If approved, schedule your fingerprinting appointment

Step 9: Complete Fingerprinting & Receive TIE Card

Attend your appointment at the immigration office

Provide biometric data

Pay the TIE card fee (approximately €20)

Receive your TIE card within 20-30 days

Your Application to UGE

Access the website

here⁠

and click Access the Procedure.

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2. Select Alta Solicitud / High Application

Let’s do the Within Spain Route via UGE

Step 1: Enter Spain

Step 2: Secure a Spanish Address

Step 3: Obtain Your NIE Number

Step 4: Obtain a Digital Certificate

Step 5: Prepare Your Application Package Organize all documents from the checklist above:

Step 6: Submit Your Application to UGE

Your Application to UGE

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