Please do not apply through this Consulate if your reason is one of the following:

• You intend to live in Spain. Once you are in Spain, you must register with the local Town Hall where you intend to live.
• Seasonal work.

The N.I.E. and certificates of non residence (certificados de No Residencia) are only issued by the Police in Spain.

You can only apply for a non resident N.I.E. through this Consualte. The N.I.E. is only a fiscal number to pay taxes for economic purposes. 

It takes at least 3 weeks to get your N.I.E. or certificate when applying through this Consulate General.

Requirements

To apply for an N.I.E. or a certificate of non-residence through this Consulate General, please come in person (appointment required) with the following documents.

1. Valid passport and a photocopy of the photo/passport details page. Non EU citizens with UK residency must provide a copy of the residence permit in the UK (both sides) and written proof of why an N.I.E. number is required.
2. EX-15 application form. The form can be completed online or typewritten. Handwritten forms should be completed clearly using BLOCK CAPITALS and black ink. The forms must be signed at the Consulate.
3. Model 790 payment forms.

Fee

• N.I.E. - £8.60
• Certificate of non residence - £6.40

We accept cash and card payments. Fee may vary due to €/£ conversion rate.

Instructions on how to fill out form EX-15

• Template EX-15