Procedure for applying for
family reunification

Family is the place where we find support and stability, and applying for family reunification allows those ties to remain strong in Spain. This process makes it easier for you to share your day-to-day life with those you love the most, helping you to create a complete life in your new environment.

Information on the procedure

Requirements

In order to apply for family reunification in Spain, the following requirements must be met:

  1. Legal residence of the sponsor. The applicant must have a residence permit in Spain for at least one year and have applied for renewal for at least another year.
  2. Spouse, unmarried partner or children under 21 years of age or children under 21 years of age of the spouse.
  3. Financial means. The minimum amount required is 900 euros per month for a family of 2 members (sponsor and applicant) and 300 euros per month for each additional member.
  4. Have adequate housing to meet the needs of the applicant and his/her family.
  5. Public or private health insurance.
  6. Not have a criminal record in Spain and in the country of origin or in the countries in which he/she has resided during the last five years.

Estimated time

The approximate time for the resolution of the family reunification procedure in Spain is three months from the presentation of the application.

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