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Residencia Temporal para Familiares de Españoles

Introducción al Nuevo Reglamento de Extranjería

• El video presenta el nuevo reglamento de extranjería en España, que incluye la residencia temporal para familiares de ciudadanos españoles.

• Se explicará la documentación necesaria y el procedimiento paso a paso para solicitar esta residencia.

¿Qué es la Residencia Temporal?

• La tarjeta de residencia temporal permite residir y trabajar legalmente en España por 5 años, comenzando desde su concesión o entrada al país.

• Esta opción está disponible tanto para quienes ya están en España como para aquellos que ingresan desde el extranjero.

Familias Elegibles para Solicitar Residencia

• Los hijos menores de 26 años y los hijos del cónyuge pueden solicitar esta residencia, así como los hijos mayores a cargo del familiar español.

• También son elegibles los padres del cónyuge o pareja del ciudadano español, siempre que estén a su cargo.

Detalles sobre Parejas

• El cónyuge extranjero mayor de 18 años casado con un ciudadano español puede solicitar la residencia; el matrimonio debe estar inscrito en un registro civil español o consular.

• Las parejas de hecho registradas también pueden solicitar esta residencia si cumplen con ciertos requisitos, como convivencia mínima o tener un hijo en común.

Proceso de Solicitud

• La solicitud es gratuita y puede ser presentada por el ciudadano español o el familiar extranjero, dependiendo de su ubicación actual.

• Si ambos se encuentran en el extranjero, la solicitud se puede presentar en el consulado español correspondiente. []

Residency Application Process for Foreign Family Members

Overview of Application Submission

• Spanish citizens can submit residency applications for foreign family members through the Extranjería office or the Mercurio platform, requiring a digital certificate if using Mercurio.

• After receiving a favorable resolution from Spain, the foreign family member must apply for a visa at the Spanish consulate in their home country.

Required Documentation

• The application process includes filling out official form EX24; however, this is not necessary when applying via Mercurio with a digital certificate.

• Essential documents include valid passports of both the foreigner and Spanish citizen, proof of familial relationship (e.g., marriage or birth certificates), and any required translations or legalizations for non-Spanish documents.

Additional Requirements

• For stable partners, additional documentation such as common descendant birth certificates or proof of cohabitation for at least one year is needed.

• A declaration from the Spanish citizen confirming they do not have another spouse/partner residing in Spain must be submitted alongside other relevant documents.

Supporting Documents

• It is advisable to provide supplementary evidence like criminal background checks from countries where the foreigner has lived in the last five years and collective registration certificates if living together in Spain.

• Medical certificates proving that the applicant does not have public health risk diseases are also recommended if applicable.

Timeline and Final Steps

• The resolution period for residency applications is two months after submission. Following approval, foreigners must personally request their Foreign Identity Card (TIE).

• The TIE application must be made in the same province where residency was applied. This step should occur within one month after receiving notification of residence authorization.

How to Apply for Residency Using the Digital Certificate on Mercurio

Accessing the Mercurio Platform

• To initiate the residency application, open your browser and search for "cedeadministraciones públicas mercurio." Click on the first option to access the Mercurio website.

• A direct link to the Mercurio page will be provided in the video description. Click "continue" to proceed with your application.

Choosing Application Type

• Select whether you are applying individually or through representation. For this example, choose "continue individual" as you are applying for your spouse.

• After selecting your digital certificate, opt for "presentar nueva solicitud" (submit a new application), then select your province and click "continue."

Filling Out the Application Form

• Choose EX24, which is for temporary residence authorization for family members of Spanish nationals. Click "continue" to start filling out the form.

• Indicate if it’s an initial request, renewal, or independent residence due to conservation of rights. For a first-time request, select “residencia inicial” (initial residence).

Providing Personal Information

• Fill in details about both the foreign applicant and their Spanish family member. Specify that the foreigner is located outside Spain while indicating that their relative resides in Spain.

• Enter personal information such as passport number, DNI number, surnames, name, gender, date of birth, marital status (e.g., married), place of birth matching DNI details.

Completing Contact Information

• Provide address details including municipality, locality, postal code, landline and mobile numbers along with email address. If no legal representative is involved in this case leave that section blank.

Foreign Family Member's Details

• Input information regarding the foreign family member: passport details (leave NIE blank if it's their first application), names and surnames matching passport data.

• Include contact information like fixed phone number (if available), mobile number and email address even if they currently reside outside Spain.

Finalizing Submission Process

• Consent to electronic communications via citizen folder or DEU; choose whether to mark this option based on preference before clicking “conclude.”

• After concluding submission electronically or opting for a physical submission by downloading form X24 created from entered data.

How to Submit Residency Applications Electronically

Steps for In-Person Submission

• If opting for in-person submission, download and print the required document to present at the foreign office with a prior appointment.

• A link to the foreign offices will be provided in the video description for those choosing this method.

Electronic Submission Process

• For electronic submissions, click on "presentación electrónica" and confirm that all information is correct before proceeding.

• The necessary documentation must be uploaded as per previous discussions in the video, which varies by individual case.

Uploading Documentation

• Select the type of document you are uploading, search for it, and click "adjuntar documento" (attach document) for each required file.

• After uploading all documents, click "continuar" to proceed to signing and registration.

Signing and Confirmation

• An autofirma window will open where you need to select the appropriate certificate for signing your application.

• Once signed, a receipt will be generated; it's important to download and save this document for future reference.

Awaiting Resolution

• After submission, wait for a favorable resolution regarding residency or any requests for additional documentation if needed.

• The process of applying for temporary residency as a family member of Spanish nationals is less complex than initially perceived.

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