Guide: renewing your TIE for the first time: in Valencia

Competence in Valencia

The Valencian Community processes through its immigration offices and National Police in provincial capitals (Valencia, Alicante, Castellón).

Access and appointments

Request an appointment on the regional or state portal as indicated on the procedure sheet. Demand in Valencia city is high in peak season.

Common procedures

Renewals, roots authorisations and EU family member procedures are especially frequent on the Valencian coast.

Empadronamiento

Many coastal municipalities have specific empadronamiento rules; ensure your certificate is up to date before the appointment.

Indicative timelines

Appointments in two to six weeks and variable resolution depending on file complexity and office workload.

Local sources

Review the Generalitat Valenciana website and Government Delegation for announcements on procedure changes.

Step by step

1. Book an appointment for TIE renewal in your province.
2. Gather documentation proving continuity of your permit.
3. Submit the application and attend fingerprinting if required.
4. Pay the relevant fee before or during the appointment.
5. Collect the new TIE when ready or check status online.

Requirements

• Previous TIE or proof of first grant.
• Valid passport with sufficient validity.
• Updated empadronamiento in your municipality of residence.
• Proof of maintaining the legal ground (work, studies, roots, etc.).
• Fee 790 code 012 paid.