Get your NIE in less than 10 days
No queues, no appointment at the immigration office, and no need to travel to Spain. Our lawyers handle the entire process for you, from start to finish.
- 100% remote management via notarized power of attorney
- Registered lawyers
- Bilingual care
- We'll keep you updated on the status of your file at every step.
What is the NIE and why do you need it?
The NIE (Foreigner Identification Number) is the personal number that any foreigner—whether or not they are an EU citizen—needs to carry out legal, tax, or financial procedures in Spain. Without it, you cannot:
- Buy or sell property
- Open a Spanish bank account
- Pay taxes (property tax, capital gains tax, non-resident income tax, etc.)
- Inherit assets in Spain
- Start a business or work
⚠️ Please note: the NIE is not a residence permit and does not authorize you to reside in Spain. It is solely your tax and administrative identification number.
Start your NIE application today and it will take less than 10 days
Fill out this form and our team will contact you within 24 business hours with the next steps. No obligation until the order is confirmed.
Frequently Asked Questions about the NIE
The NIE (Foreigner Identification Number) is the personal and non-transferable number that the Spanish government assigns to any foreign citizen—from the EU or elsewhere—who needs to carry out legal, tax, or financial procedures in Spain. You will need it to buy or sell property, open a bank account in Spain, pay taxes (property tax, capital gains tax, non-resident income tax), inherit assets, sign an employment contract, or set up a company. Without an NIE, none of these procedures are possible.
No. The NIE is only a tax and administrative identification number. It does not grant any right of residence or work permit. If you wish to reside legally in Spain, you will need to apply for a residence card or a community registration certificate (for EU citizens).
With Lex Artis Solicitors managing your application, the typical processing time is less than 10 business days from when we receive all the required documentation. Processing times may vary depending on the relevant immigration office (between 7 and 20 business days), but we will keep you informed of the status of your application at every stage of the process.
Yes. At Lex Artis Solicitors, we handle the entire process remotely using a notarized power of attorney. You sign the authorization before a notary in your country of residence, send it to us, and we process everything in Spain on your behalf. You don't need to make an appointment at any immigration office or travel anywhere.
The basic documentation generally required is:
- A copy of your valid passport (all pages with personal information and photograph)
- Justification of the reason for the request (purchase, inheritance, employment, opening a bank account, etc.)
- A notarized power of attorney authorizing us to act on your behalf
Our team will tell you exactly what you need based on your specific case once you contact us.
Fees vary depending on the complexity of the case and whether the process is handled in person or remotely. Contact us or fill out the form on this page and we'll provide you with a no-obligation quote within 24 business hours.
We process NIEs (Foreigner Identification Numbers) with the immigration offices in Granada and Málaga, allowing us to serve clients who are buying, inheriting, or have interests throughout the Costa Tropical and Axarquía regions. We have three physical offices where you can meet with us in person:
- Nerja (Málaga): We serve clients from Nerja, Torrox, Torre del Mar, and the entire eastern region of the Costa del Sol.
- Almuñécar: Costa Tropical (Granada): We serve clients from Almuñécar, La Herradura, Salobreña, and Motril.
- Salobreña: Costa Tropical (Granada): We serve clients from Salobreña and the area towards Motril.
If you are abroad or in another province, we can also assist you remotely via video call.
Fill out the form on this page or contact us directly:
- Phone / WhatsApp: +34 651 12 61 54
- Email: info@lexartissolicitors.com
- Video call: available for international clients
Our team will respond within 24 business hours with the next steps and a fee quote.
We provide services in Spanish, English, French, German, Swedish, Italian, and Danish. The entire process, from the initial consultation to the delivery of your NIE (Foreigner Identification Number), can be completed in your preferred language, without intermediaries or communication barriers. Our multilingual team is especially geared towards international clients throughout Europe.