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Fill in the EX-15 (NIE and certificates) form online

Answer the questions (guidance in English) and get the official EX-15 form filled in Spanish as a PDF, ready to print and sign. This is the form to apply for the NIE or for a resident or non-resident certificate.

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The EX-15 is an official, free form from the Ministry of Inclusion («Impreso gratuito. Prohibida su venta»). It is free here too. We only help you move your details onto the form. EX-15 form, version of 28.01.2026, checked against the Ministry website on 25.10.2026.

Use Latin letters, as in your passport. The form must be in CAPITALS: we do that for you.

1. Your details (as in your passport) Passport number * NIEOnly if you already have one (for example, to ask for a certificate). If you are applying for the NIE, leave it empty. Surname * Second surnameOnly if your passport shows one. Given name(s) *All given names, as in your passport.

Sex *

Male (H) Female (M) X (unspecified)

X only if it is recognised in your country of origin (form note).

Date of birth *

/ /

Place of birth *City, as in your passport. Country of birth *In Spanish: UCRANIA, REINO UNIDO, ESTADOS UNIDOS… Nationality *In Spanish: UCRANIA, REINO UNIDO… Father's first nameFirst name only. Optional. Mother's first nameFirst name only. Optional. I am filling this in for a minor or a person under guardianship

2. Address and contact Address *Where you live now. In Spain: street type and name (CALLE MAYOR…).

Number Floor / doorFor example 3º B.

Town / city * I live outside Spain For example, if you apply for the NIE at the consulate of the country where you live.

Postcode *5 digits Province *Picked automatically from the postcode.

Mobile phoneOptional, but useful for notices. E-mailOptional. I agree to receive notifications through Dehú (online) Tick it only if you have a digital certificate or Cl@ve: without them you cannot open the notifications.

3. What you apply for

Document you apply for (section 4.1) *

NIE: foreigner identity number (it does not give residence or a work permit) Resident certificate: proves your periods of legal residence in Spain Non-resident certificate: proves that you are not a resident of Spain

Tick only one.

Reason (section 4.2) *

Economic interests Professional interests Social interests Other reasons

You must state the reason. Buying a home in Spain is an economic interest. If none fits, choose «other» and explain it.

Where you will file it (section 4.3) *

Oficina de Extranjería Comisaría de Policía (police station) Oficina Consular (consulate)

If you are in Spain when you file it: Oficina de Extranjería or Comisaría de Policía. If you are not in Spain: the Spanish consulate (consulates serve people by place of residence).

Situation in Spain (section 4.4)

Estancia (short stay) Residencia (residence)

The form does not explain this section. You can leave it unticked here: ask the office where you file it what to tick and tick it by hand.

4. Place and date of signature (optional)

Place of signatureFor example, your town. Date of signatureLeave it empty to write it by hand on the day of your appointment.

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What to do next

Open the PDF and check every field. The fields stay editable. If someone else files the application for you, also fill in section 2 (representative); section 3 is for a different address for notifications.
Print two copies (the form asks for an original and a copy) and sign both by hand (or the legal representative signs, if there is one).
Pay the Police fee 790 code 012 (below are the details it will ask for).
File it in person (not online): in Spain, with an appointment (cita previa) at the Oficina de Extranjería or a police station; if you are not in Spain, at the consulate. A consulate accepts a representative with a power of attorney; in Spain the rule speaks of a personal application, so if you want to send someone, confirm with the office first. Bring your passport (for the resident certificate the Police also ask for a copy of the whole passport).

Details for fee 790 012

The fee form is generated on the Police website; we do not fill it in for you. Copy these details:

Amounts under Orden PJC/617/2025 (checked on 25.10.2026): NIE assignment €9.84 (item 5.12 of the Order); certificates at the person's request €7.31 each (item 5.13). Check the amount in the fee form before paying.

Open fee 790 012 on the Police website

Information tool. Not legal advice: check the form before you sign it. The decision on your application is made by the Administration.

Is it free to fill in the EX-15 here?

Yes. The EX-15 is an official free form and this tool is free too. No sign-up needed.

Is my data sent anywhere?

No. The form is filled in your browser and the PDF is downloaded to your device. We do not store or receive your data.

Can I file the EX-15 online?

No. The Police handle the NIE and the certificates in person: in Spain at the Oficina de Extranjería or a police station; from abroad through the Spanish consulate.

Does the NIE give me residence or a work permit?

No. The NIE is only an identification number (art. 205, RD 1155/2024). To get it you must not be in Spain irregularly and you must state the reason.

How long is the resident or non-resident certificate valid?

According to the Police, 3 months from issue.

General information, not individual legal advice. Check the official source and consult a professional for your case.

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