Spanish citizenship ·
If you are about to apply for Spanish nationality by residency, one of the requirements that raises the most questions is the Instituto Cervantes CCSE exam, also known as the test of Constitutional and Sociocultural Knowledge of Spain…
Spanish citizenship ·
Can your child obtain Spanish nationality after you do? A complete guide for minor and adult children. Obtaining Spanish nationality is an important and exciting step, and if you are one of the many people…
Spanish citizenship ·
Get Spanish Citizenship in 2025! Have you ever dreamed of becoming a Spanish citizen? 2025 could be your year! At Galilea Abogados, we understand that obtaining Spanish nationality is a major step in your life, and we…
Living and working ·
If you currently hold a residency and work permit as an employee in Spain but wish to start your own business as a self-employed worker, you can apply for the modification of your residency and work authorization…
Legal updates ·
More than 3,000 asylum decisions have been published in the BOE. If you are waiting for a decision on your asylum application, this message is for you. On 15 February, the Official State Gazette (BOE) published…
Legal updates ·
If you are a citizen of a visa-exempt country traveling to Europe, you will soon need prior authorization to enter the Schengen Area. This requirement is called ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization…
Arraigo and regularisation ·
What happens if I withdraw my asylum application? Royal Decree 1155/2024, approved on 19 November 2024 and published in the BOE on 20 November, introduces a series of changes to the Immigration Regulation…
Arraigo and regularisation ·
Can I be expelled from Spain? At Galilea Abogados, we understand that facing an expulsion order can be a challenging and uncertain situation. Our commitment is to support you throughout this process, providing expert…
Legal updates ·
KEY CHANGES FOR THE MIGRANT COMMUNITY On November 19, 2024, the Council of Ministers approved the long-awaited new Immigration Regulation (Royal Decree 1155/2024), a reform that redefines the legal framework for…
Arraigo and regularisation ·
What to do if your Arraigo Application is denied in Spain? Applying for Temporary Residency Authorization for Exceptional Circumstances, commonly known as arraigo, is one of the main ways for foreign nationals to…
Spanish citizenship ·
The Law of Democratic Memory: A Commitment to Justice, Truth, and Reparations On October 19, 2022, Spain reached a milestone in its recent history with the enactment of Law 20/2022 on Democratic Memory. This law…
Spanish citizenship ·
My Spanish Nationality application has been stalled for too long—What can I do? Obtaining Spanish nationality is an exciting process filled with hope and expectations, but it can also become frustrating when your…
Family ·
In the context of mobility within the European Union, one of the fundamental rights is the free movement of people. This allows EU citizens to live, work, and establish themselves in any member country. However, this…
Living and working ·
If you are a European Union citizen planning to reside in Spain for more than three months, it is essential to obtain the EU Citizen Registration Certificate. This document certifies your legal residency in the country…
