What’s the Difference Between an NIE and TIE ?

If you plan on moving to Spain, you’ve probably heard the terms “NIE” and “TIE” thrown around.  These terms can be confusing, especially if you’re unfamiliar with Spanish bureaucracy. In this article, we’ll explain the difference between NIE and TIE and why you need them as a foreigner in Spain. What is NIE? NIE stands…

National Police station Orihuela town – Foreigner’s office

If you live in Orihuela-Costa and surrounding areas, your NIE, EU residency application or  TIE card appointments will be at the Foreigner’s Office (Extranjeria) of the National Police Station (Comisaria de Policia) in Orihuela town. The address is:Calle Sol 34, 03300 OrihuelaHere is a LINK to Google Maps.  Google Maps takes you straight to the station, and…

The Golden Visa – all you need to know

The Golden Visa (officially known as the investor visa) is the closest match to the swallow lifestyle enjoyed by UK passport holders before Brexit.  Advantages of a Golden Visa over the Non-Lucrative Visa Automatic right to live and work in Spain You don’t have to become tax resident  You can spend as much or as…

National Police station Alicante (TIE Campo de Mirra 6) – Foreigner’s office

If you live in Alicante city or surrounding areas, then your TIE card appointment could be completed at the Foreigner’s Office (Extranjeria) of the National Police Station (Comisaria de Policia) in Campo de Mirra street in Alicante city. The address is: CNP Alicante Extranjeria, Calle Campo de Mirra 6, 03005 Alicante Here’s a Google Maps…

National Police station Elche – Foreigners office

If you live in Elche and surrounding areas, then your NIE, residency or TIE card appointment will be at the Foreigner’s Office (Extranjeria) of the National Police Station (Comisaria de Policia) in Elche. The address is: CNP Elche, El Abeto 1 Elche 03202 Here’s a Google Maps link There is ample free street parking, though…