Form EX-15 (NIE application): in Madrid
Direct answer
Form EX-15 is the official application for NIE assignment in Spain. It must include personal data, reason for the request, passport and fee 790 code 012 receipt.
Key facts
- Based on official sources (BOE, Ministry of Inclusion, National Police).
- Educational content; not legal advice.
- Editorially reviewed August 2026.
Our explanation
Madrid context
Madrid concentrates highest immigration procedure demand in Spain.
Competent offices
Madrid Immigration Office, Police stations and authorised offices.
Madrid deadlines
Appointments and decisions usually take longer than other provinces due to volume.
Madrid appointment
Mandatory for almost all procedures; no walk-in service.
Particularities
Higher congestion September-October and January; book well ahead.
Madrid tip
Prepare perfect documentation; a rejection in Madrid can cost months of waiting.
FAQ
Where do I download EX-15?
On Ministry of Inclusion or National Police portal.
What fee do I pay?
Modelo 790 code 012 for NIE.
Do I need a reason for NIE?
Yes, you must prove a documented legal reason.
Official sources
Verified primary references. Our explanation is independent and does not replace official regulations.