Spanish Citizenship by Residence 2025 🇪🇸

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 are here to guide you through the entire process. Spanish citizenship grants you full rights, new opportunities, and peace of mind. But what are the requirements? Keep reading for a clear and simple explanation.

Requirements for Spanish Citizenship in 2025

To obtain Spanish nationality by residence, you must meet the following requirements:

Legal and Continuous Residence in Spain

Generally, you must have legally resided in Spain for 10 years.
If you are a national of an Ibero-American country, Andorra, the Philippines, Equatorial Guinea, Portugal, or of Sephardic origin, the requirement is reduced to 2 years.
Refugees are eligible after 5 years.
If you are married to a Spanish citizen or are the child of Spanish nationals, you may qualify for a faster process.

Good Civic Conduct

You must have no serious criminal record in Spain or in your home country.
Pass the Instituto Cervantes Exams

CCSE (Constitutional and Sociocultural Knowledge of Spain): This test evaluates your knowledge of Spanish society, culture, and the Constitution. (Check if you qualify for an exemption.)
DELE A2 or higher: If Spanish is not your native language, you must pass this language test.

Required Documents

To apply, you need:

Valid passport
Residence card
Criminal record certificate (apostilled and translated if required)
Proof of residence registration (empadronamiento)
Birth certificate (apostilled and translated if required)
Payment receipt
CCSE and DELE exam results

Application Process: Step by Step

Gather all required documents. Ensure they are complete and up to date.
Submit your application online through the Spanish Ministry of Justice’s electronic platform.
Wait for the resolution.
Take the oath of allegiance. You will swear or promise loyalty to the King and obey the Constitution and Spanish laws.
Register your nationality at the Civil Registry and receive your Spanish DNI and passport.

How Long Does It Take?

By law, Spanish nationality should be resolved within one year. However, in practice, processing times vary. Some applications are approved in a few months, while others take years. The timeframe depends on multiple factors, including the Ministry of Justice’s workload and the accuracy of your documentation. Professional legal assistance can help speed up the process.

Leave Your Citizenship Application in Expert Hands!

We know dealing with public administration, bureaucracy, and long waiting times can be overwhelming. But at Galilea Abogados, we handle everything for you. Our 100% online law firm takes care of the entire process, so you don’t have to worry about a thing.

We are your trusted experts in immigration and nationality law. Contact us today and let professionals handle your Spanish citizenship application!

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