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Arraigo Socioformativo
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Arraigo Socioformativo

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At a Glance

Processing Time

1–4 months

Estimated Cost

EUR €54

Stay Duration

1 to 2 years

1 yr initial · extendable to 2 · Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information
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Living in Spain

Cost of Living
26% cheaper than United States
Avg Salary€22,000
Quality of Life
183/200
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Overview

A residence permit for individuals in an irregular situation in Spain who commit to completing specific professional training.

The Arraigo Socioformativo (formerly Arraigo para la Formación) is a Spanish temporary residence permit for non-EU nationals who have lived irregularly in Spain for at least two years and commit to an accredited vocational or secondary training program.

The permit lasts 12 months, renewable for a second year if training continues. Holders may work up to 30 hours per week from the date the TIE card is issued. On completing the program, the permit converts to a standard work and residence authorization.

This visa is ideal for undocumented non-EU residents in Spain who want a structured, merit-based route to legal status through professional training.

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Cost Breakdown

Tasa 790 Código 052EUR €38
TIE CardEUR €16
TotalEUR €54

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year
Extendable up to2 years
Status typeTied to program duration

Conversion Paths

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Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizen

Continuous residence in Spain for at least 2 years (departures not exceeding 90 days cumulative)

No criminal record in Spain or countries of residence during the last 5 years

Commitment to enroll in a qualifying professional training program (vocational training, post-compulsory secondary, professional certificates level 1-3)

Social integration report (informe de arraigo) issued by the Autonomous Community or municipality

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Application form EX-10

Valid passport (complete copy)

Proof of 2 years of continuous residence (padron, rental contracts, etc.)

Criminal record certificate (apostilled/legalized)

Proof of payment of Tasa 790-052

Evidence of enrollment or admission commitment to the training program

Social integration report (informe de arraigo) from Autonomous Community or municipality

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Provides a legal pathway for individuals in an irregular situation
  • Allows for part-time work during training
  • Bridge to a standard work and residence permit

Worth Knowing

  • Does not allow dependents to accompany the applicant
  • Requires 2 years of prior irregular residence
  • Does not lead directly to permanent residence
  • Criminal record in Spain or countries of residence in the last 5 years
  • EU/EEA/Swiss citizenship
  • Less than 2 years of continuous residence in Spain

Application Process

1

Ensure your profile appears to address the 2-year residence requirement

2

Select a qualifying training course

3

Pay the Tasa 790-052

4

Submit the application (EX-10) via the electronic registry or at the local Immigration Office

5

Once approved, formally enroll in the training

Application Forms

Modelo EX-10Fill online

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