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Immigration

Residence permit renewal in Spain

Renewals are treated as routine until circumstances have changed — a lost job, a new business, a long absence, a separation. That is exactly when legal review pays for itself.

Who this is for

  • Permit holders approaching expiry
  • Clients whose circumstances have changed
  • Clients who have already missed a deadline

Filing window

We calculate your window precisely and file within it, preserving lawful stay while the renewal is decided.

Changed circumstances

Where the original grounds no longer hold, we assess whether to renew, to change category, or both.

Continuity for nationality

Renewal handling directly affects the continuous-residence count relied on later for long-term residence and citizenship.

Get legal guidance on your case.

A confidential consultation with a Spanish-qualified, English-speaking lawyer — in person in Madrid or by video.

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Frequently asked questions

What if I filed my renewal late?
Late filing is often still possible but changes your legal position and can trigger penalties. Do not travel or sign new commitments before taking advice.
Do long absences affect renewal?
Yes. Each permit type has its own tolerance for time spent outside Spain, and exceeding it is a common refusal ground.