Eu Family Member Residence Card

The EU Family Member Residence Card is an essential document, which opens up a multitude of opportunities for non-EU family members of EU citizens.

Obtaining the European residence permit can be a complicated process. At TA Lawyers Group, we specialise in simplifying the process, ensuring that non-EU citizens can live, work and travel throughout Europe without any problems.

If you are thinking of bringing a relative to Spain. Get in touch with us. 
 

Securing Your EU Family Member Residence Card in Spain

We are facing a residence permit that gives the right to legally reside and work in Spain for 5 years.

Who can apply for it?

The relatives of a Spanish citizen or of another European Union member country or belonging to the agreement on the European Economic Area or Switzerland.

States

Germany, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Croatia, Denmark, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Estonia, Finland, France, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Czech Republic, Romania, Sweden, Switzerland.

Family members

• Spouse of the resident, provided that the agreement or the declaration of nullity of the marriage bond, or divorce, has not relapsed, and that the marriage has not been celebrated in fraud of law.

• The de facto partner, with whom you have a union analogous to the conjugal registered in a public registry established for this purpose in a member state of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland. As long as the registration is not canceled.
   
• Children of the citizen of the Union or those of their spouse or registered domestic partner (as long as they are not legally separated) under the age of 21 or over that age as long as they live at their own expense, or incapable.
   
• Direct ancestors and those of your spouse or registered partner when in your care.
   
• Any member of the family who is in charge of the Union citizen in the country of origin.
   
• Any member of the family who lives with the Union citizen in the country of origin. 

• Coexistence will be understood as accredited if a continuous coexistence of 24 months in the country of origin is reliably demonstrated
   
• Any member of the family, that for serious health or disability reasons is strictly necessary for the citizen of the Union to take care of personal care.

At TA LAWYERS we have a team specialised in legal procedures for foreigners in Spain.

We have an in-depth knowledge of the specific procedures and regulations in Spain, we are prepared to assist you at all stages of the application.

Our expertise covers not only the details related to the application, but also the privileges and rights associated with these cards within the Spanish territory. Choose us for a comfortable and convenient experience in Spain.

Purpose and benefits

The residence card of a family member of an European Union citizen is not just a document but a commitment to uphold the rights and benefits of families associated with the EU. Holding this card entitles one to enjoy various privileges such as legal residence, work rights, and hassle-free travel within the regions of interest.

Understanding the EU Family Member Card in Europe rights is crucial. We ensure you are fully aware and can exercise all benefits entitled to you. From working rights to accessing social services, we have you covered.

Applying for an EU Family Card

From initial inquiries to submitting the application, we provide detailed assistance every step of the way. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your application is successful, saving you time and potential headaches.

With us, you can easily complete the application process for EU family member status.

Things you should know before applying for a permit:

• Once you have entered the country, you have only 90 days to process the card. This can be done after moving to the country as a tourist.
   
• The EU Family Residence Permit Card for Spain is only valid as long as the EU national resides in the country.
   
• This card must be renewed after 5 years.

How to renew the Residence Permit?

The period of validity is 5 years, so after that, it will be necessary to renew it. The conditions are the same. It is necessary to prove that the family relationship is still valid and that you have sufficient economic resources.

What is the difference between civil partnership and EU citizen family partnership?

Civil partnership and EU citizen visa family members are not the same procedure. However, they can be confused because one can be a means to obtain the other.

The EU citizen's family member procedure is one of the ways in which you can obtain a residence permit in Spain. It is one of the many ways you can obtain a visa in Spain.

For this procedure to be applicable, you must already be a family member of an EU citizen. This is why many couples register as a civil partnership: simply to grant the non-EU citizen of the couple the right to apply for this procedure.

Who is eligible?

In general, the EU family card can be applied for by family members of Spanish or EU (European Union) citizens residing in Spanish territory.

Among the family members of EU citizens, those who can apply for this residence are:
 

• The spouse (after marriage)
   
• The registered civil partner
   
• Children under 21 years of age
   
• Children over 21 years of age who are under the care of the EU citizen
   
• Dependent parents (ascendants)
   
• Partner in a relationship analogous to marriage (not registered)
   
• Partner with whom you have a child in common