Obtaining an NIE Number with Assistance

Why do you need an NIE?

NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) is the identification number assigned to foreign nationals and is required for many official procedures in Spain.

An NIE is required for many common transactions, including opening a bank account, buying property or a vehicle, registering a business and setting up utility contracts.

You will typically need an NIE for:

Opening a bank account

Buying property

Registering a business

Setting up utility services

What Spain Costas offers

We provide end-to-end support with your NIE application, from preparing the paperwork to attending the appointment with the relevant Spanish authority.

Document preparation

Remote collection and preparation of the required documents

Notarial documentation

Preparation of a notarial declaration of intent when required

Application forms

Completion of the required official forms and applications

In-person assistance

A Spain Costas representative accompanies you when submitting your documents in Barcelona

For applications in other Spanish cities, the service fee may vary depending on the location and the level of support required

Fees and additional costs

Service fee

250 €

Mandatory charges (paid separately):

Government fee and notarial deed ≈ 80 €

Also not included in the service fee:

Consular fees

Translation of documents into Spanish

Document legalisation and retrieval

How it works

1

Consultation

We discuss your situation, confirm the details and explain the NIE application process

2

Document collection

We help you prepare and collect the required documents remotely

3

Application preparation

We complete the forms and arrange the notarial document if required

4

Submitting the application

We accompany you to submit the application in person in Barcelona

5

Receiving your NIE

We help you obtain the completed document containing your NIE number

NIE Application Support