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A Residence Permit for EU Family Member is used to reside in Spain if you are a relative of an EU citizen, or you have formed a civil partnership (Pareja de Hecho) with this resident of the European Union. As such, you can quickly begin working and living in Spain.
A foreign citizen is assumed EU citizen's "immediate family member" if they can prove the following relation.
Obtaining this permit is one of the ways to begin living lawfully for an extended period in Spain. It saves your time by avoiding a broad list of prerequisites and time-consuming paperwork.
The following are the requirements for bringing a relative to Spain under this residence permit.
The following documents must be presented to receive this visa:
When to Apply
You should keep in mind the processing time before applying for the residence permit. Plus, also make sure you have all the documents in order before you apply.
Visa Processing Time
The visa may take three months or even more to process.
How to Apply
Following the approval of the application, your relatives have just two months to apply for a visa. To apply, they need to visit in person at the Spanish Consulate or Embassy in their native country. An interview may be requested of them.
Duration
Residence Permit EU Family Member is valid for five years after applying, but it can be extended later.
Fees
You must earn a minimum of €25,560 per year, plus €6,390 for an additional family member. Investments, annuities, sabbaticals, and other kinds of income are all possible sources of revenue. You may have to pay fees starting from 70 EUR at the time of application.
You will need to renew your permission after the first five years of living in Spain. Essentially, the prerequisites are same. You must show that your familial ties are still intact. Also proof that you still have sufficient financial resources.
You can also apply for a permanent stay after the five years of living in Spain.
Dependents
The visa is to facilitate family members' to move to Spain.
Travel
Travel through the country as you please.
Residence
Apply after staying for five years for permanent residence.
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