Form EX-15 (NIE application): requirements and documents
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
Main requirements
For Form EX-15 (NIE application): meet legal requirements, clean criminal record in Spain, and complete supporting documentation.
Mandatory documents
Full passport, completed official form, paid fees, and specific evidence per procedure.
Supplementary documents
Empadronamiento, health insurance, employment contract, criminal records or sworn translations as needed.
Format and copies
Original and copy; sworn translations for foreign documents; apostille when required.
Common documentation errors
Expired documents, wrong fees, unsigned forms or non-sworn translations.
Checklist
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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.