TIE HoySpanish nationality for children
Explore the routes, eligibility rules and documents for a child’s Spanish nationality application.
Can my child get nationality if born in Spain?
Not always. Check nationality by origin first and, if it does not apply, identify the child's specific legal route.
How do I apply for my child?
Identify the correct route first. Documents and the competent Civil Registry vary with birth, parentage and family circumstances.
What to do
Identify the route before booking appointments or certificates.
Steps
- Record birthplace
- Identify parents' nationality
- Read articles 17–21
- Define route
- Check competent Civil Registry
Basis
Civil Code articles 17–21: acquisition and nationality options.
More questions
Do parents' nationalities matter?
Yes. They are central facts for identifying the child's route.
More to read
Nationality by residence→official:https://www.mjusticia.gob.es/es/ciudadania/nacionalidad|https://www.boe.es/buscar/act.php?id=BOE-A-1889-4763