TIE HoyLong-term residence Spain absences
Know the travel limits that can affect your long-term residence status in Spain.
How long can I leave Spain with long-term residence?
Check every absence against the legal continuity limits before filing. A long or accumulated absence can stop you proving the required continuous residence.
What to do
Do not file until every absence is checked against the legal limit.
Steps
- List entry and exit dates
- Calculate each absence and total
- Compare with Article 166
- Keep travel evidence
- Get advice if dates conflict
Basis
Royal Decree 1155/2024, Article 166: continuity and absence limits.
More questions
Do holidays outside Spain matter?
They can if they cause your absences to exceed the legal limits; record every trip.
More to read
Long-term residence requirements→official:https://www.boe.es/buscar/doc.php?id=BOE-A-2024-24099