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Application for Autorización de Regreso in Spain
Travel with Confidence: Return Authorization Service in Spain
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What is the Autorización de Regreso?
It is a document issued by the police that will allow you to leave and subsequently return to Spain in case you temporarily do not have your physical residence card or your permit is being renewed.
On the other hand, you must take into account that the return authorization functions only and exclusively as a return document to Spain. This means, it will only be useful for direct flights from your country of origin (or the country where you have been) to Spanish territory.
Therefore, if you have to make a stopover in any country of the Schengen area (such as Italy, France, or Germany, for example) to get to Spain, you could have problems. Although this is not the most common thing to do, you should take it into account.

Benefits of return authorization in Spain

Preservation of Residency Status:
It allows foreign residents to temporarily leave Spain without losing their resident status, which is essential to avoid legal problems upon their return.
Facilitates Temporary Trips:
Holders of a return authorization may make temporary trips outside Spain for personal, family or business reasons, without risking their immigration status.
Flexibility in Emergency Cases:
In emergency situations, such as illness or urgent family matters, the return authorization offers flexibility to travel and return to Spain without legal complications.
Documentation required to apply for the authorization of return
- The application Form EX13 , marking with an X your situation in the section number 4 "Data related to the application".
- Passport and a copy of it.
- Fingerprinting certificate, application for initial card issuance or renewal, or confirmation of duplicate (depending on your situation).
- Copy and original of your residency card.
- Evidence of payment of the corresponding fee. This is Form 790-052 if the procedure is carried out at the Immigration Office, or Form 790-012 if the procedure is carried out at the Police Station.
- All documents must be legalized and/or apostilled and translated into Spanish or the co-official language of the territory where the application is submitted.
Data to be considered during the application
- In order to request a return authorization, the authorized subject, who is a foreigner, must do so either personally or through a representative.
- The application can be made in person at the Immigration Office or the Police Station corresponding to the province where the foreigner resides. Find your most convenient immigration office.
- Ensure payment is made within ten working days before the issuance of the return authorization. Payment must be made at the time the application is submitted for the procedure and should be completed within ten working days. Check the applicable fees for the return authorization procedure.
- This document will not be provided if you are a minor or if you are unable to attend personally to claim it. However, if you suffer from illness or transitory physical impediment accredited by medical certificate or hospital report signed by a registered physician); in this case, a power of attorney may be used.
- The return authorization will be valid for no more than 90 days counted from the date of return.
- The autorización de regreso may be used for all departures and subsequent return required during the term of the authorization.
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Application for the autorización de regreso in Spain
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Application for the Return Authorization
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Review of the necessary documentation to ensure that the requirements of the immigration law are met.
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Request for a Prior Appointment at the corresponding Police Station.
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Preparation of the corresponding fee.
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Contact with an immigration manager with unlimited advice.
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Online follow-up.
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General Info
In case of refusal, it is possible to file an administrative appeal or go to court to challenge the decision. We have this service, to learn more contact us.
If you return after the expiration date on your permit, you may face legal problems and the loss of your resident status. It is crucial to respect the dates established in the authorization.
It is recommended to apply for return authorization well in advance to ensure that the process is completed before your planned trip. The time frame for the application may vary, and it is important to consider factors such as the workload of the immigration authorities and any possible delays in processing.
If you’re planning to travel to Spain, it is advised to apply for return authorization at least one month prior to your departure date. This time frame allows you to account for any possible delays in processing and ensures that you have the document in hand before your trip.
Process
- Evaluation: Our team of experts will evaluate your personal circumstances and determine the most appropriate procedure for you.
- Documentation: We will assist you in gathering all the necessary documentation and information required.
- Application: We will complete and submit your application to the relevant Spanish authorities on your behalf.
- Follow-up: Our team will also monitor the progress of your application and provide you with updates on its status. We will assist you with any additional requirements or questions from the authorities.
Due to the high demand for appointments, neither the dates nor the locations of the appointments depend on us, but on the availability of the corresponding Immigration Office.
Although we cannot guarantee that your application will be approved, we can help you prepare your application and guide you on how to make it as strong as possible.
We have experience interacting with Spanish immigration offices, and can help you navigate the application process, ensuring that all necessary documents are submitted correctly.
If your application is denied, you have the right to appeal the decision or reapply with additional documentation. Our team can help you with this process and guide you on how to proceed.
However, please note that we cannot guarantee a satisfactory outcome, as the decision is ultimately up to the Spanish 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 (only offered separately for tax fee 790-052), the cost of apostilles or legalizations, and the cost of documentation accreditingthe family relationship.
- The service also does not include face-to-face accompaniment to appointments.
Payment
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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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