{"id":2168,"date":"2020-06-02T13:36:11","date_gmt":"2020-06-02T11:36:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entretramites.com\/en\/?p=2168"},"modified":"2023-03-22T10:38:56","modified_gmt":"2023-03-22T09:38:56","slug":"tie-appointment-spain-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entretramites.com\/en\/immigration\/tie-appointment-spain-guide","title":{"rendered":"TIE Appointment: How to Book Your Card Collection in Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The TIE<\/strong><\/a> appointment<\/strong> for card collection is the final step to complete your legal residence process in Spain. Since the implementation of new safety measures, this procedure now requires a prior appointment in most provinces to avoid overcrowding. In this guide, you\u2019ll find the updated process for 2025, the required documentation, and the provinces where this service is already available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is the TIE Appointment for Card Collection?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The TIE appointment for card collection allows foreigners who have already completed fingerprinting and received notification of their card\u2019s availability to pick it up at the police station or immigration office. This ensures correct identification of the holder and smooth service management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Provinces with TIE Appointment for Card Collection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As of 2025, the following provinces have the online appointment system enabled:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Coru\u00f1a, Almer\u00eda, Cantabria, Granada, Balearic Islands, Lleida, M\u00e1laga, Melilla, Murcia, Pontevedra, Segovia, Sevilla, Soria, Tarragona, Zaragoza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note:<\/strong> Provinces such as Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia are in the process of enabling the system. Check the official portal regularly for updates in your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Book Your TIE Appointment for Card Collection<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Access the official portal:<\/strong> Visit the Electronic Office of Public Administrations.<\/strong>
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  2. Select your province<\/strong> and the procedure \u201cPolice \u2013 Collection of Foreigner Identity Card.\u201d
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  3. Enter your personal details<\/strong> and choose your preferred date and time.
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  4. Confirm and download<\/strong> the appointment confirmation to present on the day.
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    Before booking, confirm with your police station or immigration office that your card is ready for collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Who Can Collect the TIE?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n