What documents do I need?
Documentation is critical in the regularization process. Submitting the correct papers with sufficient quality accelerates your case. On this page you will find the exact checklist by pathway (DT5 or DT6) and practical tips.
Remember: any incomplete, illegible, or non-responsive document can result in rejection. If in doubt, ask for legal help before submitting.
Documentation for DT5 (international protection applicants)
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Asylum procedure resolution (denial, inadmissibility, or pending)
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Valid, expired passport, or registration certificate from country of origin
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Current registration certificate proving residence in Spain
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NIE (Foreigner Identification Number) if you have one
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Family identity documents if applicable (spouse, children)
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Criminal record certificate (negative)
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Proof of address (rental contract, utility bill)
Documentation for DT6 (extraordinary settlement)
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Valid, expired passport, or registration certificate
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Registration certificate proving 5+ consecutive months
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Criminal record certificate (negative)
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NIE if you have one
Depending on your additional condition
IF YOU APPLY FOR EMPLOYMENT:
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Signed and current employment contract
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If offer: company letter on letterhead with signature
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Proof of Social Security affiliation (if you already started)
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Job description and functions
IF YOU APPLY FOR DEPENDENT FAMILY:
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Birth certificate of minor child/children (apostilled if foreign)
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Marriage or registered partnership certificate (if spouse/partner depends)
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Joint registration certificate (living under same roof)
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Proof of economic dependency (maintenance receipts, etc)
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Disability documentation if applicable (official medical certificate)
IF YOU APPLY FOR VULNERABILITY:
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Vulnerability certificate issued by registered social entity
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Protection order (if victim of gender-based violence)
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Municipal social services document about economic situation
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Reports from NGOs or specialized organizations
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Any other document proving your vulnerable situation
Administrative documentation
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Completed application form (provided by police)
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Proof of administrative fee payment (form 790-012)
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Two passport-sized photographs
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Copy of all previous applications (if applicable)
Practical tips for preparing your documentation
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Make copies: never submit originals, only certified copies if requested
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Legalization: foreign documents must be apostilled by The Hague
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Language: if in another language, translate by sworn translator
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Dates: verify everything is current and matches requirements
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Quality: scan with good resolution, without creases or stains
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Order: present according to list, with numbered index
Common mistakes to avoid
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Using expired documents without legalization or translation
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Not having copies of original in paper and digital format
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Submitting incomplete forms or unsigned
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Forgetting proof of fee payment (critical document)
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Presenting illegible or poor quality scanned documents
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Mixing DT5 and DT6 requirements without being clear which applies