Spanish Citizenship
Obtaining Spanish citizenship can open the door to living, working, and travelling freely within Spain and the European Union.
Solicitor in Spain provides legal guidance to international clients, particularly those based in the United Kingdom, who wish to explore the possibility of acquiring Spanish nationality.
Spanish nationality law includes several possible routes to citizenship, each with its own legal requirements and procedures. Understanding which option may apply to your situation often requires careful legal assessment.
Consultations are available in English or Spanish and can be conducted remotely by video call, telephone, or email.
Citizenship by Residence
One of the most common routes to Spanish citizenship is citizenship by residence.
This route may be available to individuals who have lived legally in Spain for a required period of time.
The applicable residence period may vary depending on individual circumstances.
We can provide legal guidance on matters such as:
- the legal requirements for citizenship by residence
- documentation required for the application
- the general application process
- potential issues that may arise during the procedure
Citizenship by Descent
Some individuals may be eligible for Spanish citizenship through family connections.
This may apply, for example, where a person has a Spanish parent or grandparent.
Spanish nationality law in this area can be complex, particularly when nationality has been lost or passed through several generations.
We can review your circumstances and help determine whether this route may be available.
Other Routes to Spanish Citizenship
Spanish law may provide additional routes to nationality in certain circumstances.
These may include situations involving:
- family connections to Spanish nationals
- specific historical provisions under Spanish nationality law
- other legal pathways provided under Spanish legislation
Each case must be assessed individually in order to determine the applicable legal framework.
Advice for UK Clients
Many of our clients are UK residents with family connections to Spain or long-term residence in Spain who wish to explore whether they may qualify for Spanish nationality.
Because Spanish citizenship law involves detailed legal requirements and documentation, obtaining legal advice can help clarify the available options and the steps involved.
Consultation
If you would like to discuss whether you may be eligible for Spanish citizenship, you can request an initial consultation.
An initial consultation (30 minutes) costs £50, during which we will review your situation and provide preliminary legal guidance.
If you decide to instruct us following the consultation, the consultation fee will be deducted from the total fee for the services agreed, where applicable.
Please note that legal advice can only be provided as part of a formal consultation.
Request a Consultation
If you would like to discuss your eligibility for Spanish citizenship, please contact us through the website.
We will review your enquiry and explain the possible next steps.