Grandchildren Law Application
Nationality by Grandchildren Law: Strengthening Family Ties
- We help you to obtain your nationality without having to prove your residence in Spain.
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What is the Grandchildren Law (Ley de Nietos)?
The Grandchildren Law or Law of Democratic Memory has been officially approved in the Congress of Deputies.
This new law allows children and grandchildren of Spaniards to obtain Spanish nationality directly (without having to reside in Spain for any specific period of time).
Who can apply to the Grandchildren Law in Spain?
Children and grandchildren of Spaniards
Persons born outside Spain, whose parents, grandparents or grandmothers were originally Spanish, and who, due to having experienced exile for political, ideological, religious or sexual orientation and identity reasons, have had their status as Spanish citizens affected either by voluntary loss or renunciation of nationality.
Spaniards who lost their nationality by marrying foreigners
Sons and daughters born abroad of Spanish women who lost their nationality because they married foreigners before the 1978 Constitution came into force in 1978.
Children of legal age
The sons and daughters of legal age of those Spaniards whose nationality of origin was recognized by virtue of the right of option in accordance with the provisions of this Law or in the seventh additional provision of Law 52/2007, of December 26th.
Documentation required for the Grandchildren Law application
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The applicant must provide the following documents:
to prove the relationship:
1. Identity document.
2. Literal birth certificate of the applicant.
3. Birth certificate of the applicant's ancestor (father, mother, grandfather or grandmother) who was originally Spanish.
4. In the case of applying for the Grandchildren Law by a grandparent, it will also be necessary to provide the literal birth certificate of the father or mother who corresponds to the family line of the original Spaniard. -
If the process of obtaining nationality relates to a family member who was exiled, the following additional documentation is required:
1. Documentation certifying that you have been a beneficiary of pensions granted by the Spanish Administration.
2. Documentation from the United Nations International Refugee Office (Oficina Internacional de Refugiados de Naciones Unidas) and from the Refugee Offices of the host States (Oficinas de Refugiados de los Estados de acogida).
3. Certifications or reports issued by political parties, syndicates or any other entity or institution (whether public or private), recognised by the Spanish authorities or the authorities of the exiles' host State, which are related to the exile.
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Grandchildren Law Application
Procedures and advice-
Application for an appointment at the consulate if it is made from the country of origin.
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Documentation review.
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Contact with an immigration lawyer, and unlimited advice.
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General Info
In such cases, the baptismal certificate from the parish or diocesan archives may be attached, together with the negative certificate of birth registration issued by the corresponding registry office.
You can begin the process either in Spain or in your country of origin, so it is not necessary to travel to Spain to apply for the Grandchildren Law. Although, in both cases you will present all the documentation either at the Civil Registry located in Spain or at the consular Civil Registry in your country of origin.
The Grandchildren Law has a term of 2 years for its application, which could be extended for 1 more year. This period started on October 21, 2022.
You will be able to access the following:
- Minimum Living Income.
- Disability and non-contributory retirement.
- Birth and schooling.
- Health coverage.
Process
Assessment: Our immigration lawyer will evaluate your personal circumstances and determine the most suitable procedure for you.
Documentation: We will help you gather all the necessary documents and information required.
Application: We will complete and submit your application to the relevant Spanish authorities on your behalf.
Follow-up: Our immigration team will also monitor the progress of your application and provide updates on its status. We will assist with any additional requirements or questions from the authorities.
It is NOT included in our services:
- Document translation or criminal record application (however, you can apply for this service separately).
- The cost of administrative fees, the cost of apostilles or legalizations, and the cost of the documentation provingthe family relationship.
- The service also does not include face-to-face accompaniment to appointments.
Payment
You can see the prices in our price section.
Payments must be made by debit or credit card.
Our prices are fair and transparent: you only pay for what you need.
Our prices are fair and transparent: you only pay for what you need.
Payments must be made by debit or credit card.
Yes, you can request cancellation of the service as long as your personal lawyer has NOT started to manage your documentation to initiate the procedure.
The money will be refunded to your card in less than 14 days. See our Commercial Conditions.
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