Guide: residence periods for nationality: in Andalusia

Competence in Andalusia

The Andalusian Regional Government participates in immigration management together with provincial Foreigners Offices and National Police stations.

Appointments and offices

Seville, Málaga and Almería handle large volumes. Use your province's appointment system and confirm the exact office address.

Frequent profiles

Agricultural workers, students and social roots applicants are common; each requires different documentation per the official sheet.

Coordination with municipalities

Empadronamiento in small towns may require coexistence reports or local police visits; anticipate this if your procedure requires it.

Deadlines in Andalusia

Appointment times vary by province; during agricultural season demand for certain procedures increases significantly.

Official references

Consult the Andalusian Inclusion Department and the BOE for current instructions applicable in your province.

Step by step

1. Check the residence period that applies to your country of origin (10 years general, 2 for Ibero-Americans, 1 for refugees, etc.).
2. Gather historical empadronamiento certificates and employment or financial records.
3. Obtain and apostille birth, marriage and criminal record certificates.
4. Submit the application at the Civil Registry or enabled electronic portal.
5. Pass CCSE and DELE A2 if not exempt.
6. Await resolution and, if favourable, take the oath or pledge of loyalty.

Requirements

• Legal and continuous residence in Spain for the period applicable to your country of origin.
• Historical empadronamiento consistent with the declared residence period.
• Criminal record certificates from your country of origin and countries where you have lived.
• Passing CCSE and DELE A2 exams (unless exempt by origin country or language).
• Nationality fee paid and application form completed.