Consulate route
Get a Spanish NIE from Germany
Germany's Spanish consulates accept NIE applications per district; German civil documents may need an apostille.
TL;DR
- Consulate route: 4–12 weeks, DIY, apostille + translation where required.
- POA representative route: 5–10 working days, no consulate queue.
1. Book the cita
Through the consulate's booking system — NIE slots are limited.
2. Prepare the pack
Passport, consulate form, proof of economic interest, fee. Apostille + sworn translation on foreign documents where required.
3. File and wait
4–12 weeks typical; collect in person or by post where offered.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a Spanish NIE from Germany?
Via the Spanish consulate covering your district (4–12 weeks) or via a POA representative in Spain (5–10 working days).
Do German documents need an apostille?
Civil documents and the POA may need an apostille plus sworn translation; the passport does not.
How long does it take from Germany?
Consulate: 4–12 weeks. POA representative: 5–10 working days.
As an EU citizen, do I need anything extra?
Only if you move to Spain: the green EU registration certificate (EX-18, €12.00). The NIE is identical for everyone.
Prefer the fast route?
We file on POA — one notary visit in your country, we do the rest.
Sources: Ministry of Foreign Affairs — NIE
We are not a government body. We are a tax & accounting service assisting with NIE applications and Spanish paperwork. Facts verified 24 September 2026.