Fingerprint appointment for TIE

Overview

After residence is granted you must attend a police station for fingerprinting within one month. This is mandatory to manufacture the TIE. You need an appointment, passport, favourable resolution, photograph, fee 790-012 and payment proof. Card collection is a separate later step.

Legal framework

Immigration is governed by Organic Law 4/2000, RD 557/2011 and implementing rules. Autonomous communities process but do not change substantive state requirements.

Who may apply

TIE fingerprint appointment requires meeting residence, family ties, means or tests depending on the route. Verify your case with official sources.

Typical documents

Passport, EX or Civil Registry forms, criminal records, empadronamiento, insurance or means and fees where applicable.

Where to apply

Foreigners Office, National Police station, Spanish consulate or electronic portal depending on procedure and whether you are in Spain or abroad.

Editorial update

This resource on TIE fingerprint appointment was reviewed in August 2026. Check BOE and Ministry of Inclusion before acting.

Step by step

1. Receive favourable resolution.
2. Pay fee 790-012.
3. Book fingerprint appointment.
4. Attend with full documentation.
5. Book collection appointment when notified.

Requirements

• Valid passport.
• Favourable resolution or receipt.
• Passport-size photograph.
• Fee 790-012 paid.
• Fingerprint appointment booked.