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Would you like to apply for residence on the grounds of family roots in Spain to live and work legally?
From Gestoría Sahel, we tell you everything you need to know to regularise your situation in the country and have access to fundamental rights and services.
Find out about the assumptions for obtaining your authorisation and the requirements and documents needed to submit your application with complete success.
Remember that you can count on our team of experts in foreigners to help you with the whole process.
What is family roots?
The family roots is a type of residence offered to foreigners who have family ties in Spain and wish to apply for regularisation of their situation in the country.
This permit is intended for people who do not meet the requirements to obtain other types of residence and work permits, but who have close relatives (spouse, children or parents) already legally residing in Spain.
In other words, the arraigo familiar is an alternative for those foreigners who, for different reasons, are not eligible for other types of residence and work permits in Spain.
It is also a widely used tool for family reunification and integration of people in the country.
At Gestoria Sahel we want to offer you the possibility to live in Spain close to your loved ones and to develop a life together in a legal and safe environment.
To this end, we offer you our experience and knowledge in the field, to help you to obtaining family roots successfully in the shortest possible time.
3 types of cases in which you can obtain authorisation for family ties
There are several scenarios that allow you to apply for a authorisation for family roots in Spain.
However, it is important to stress that each case is assessed individually by the competent authorities.
In addition, it is individually required to present the corresponding documents in order to prove the requirements demanded.
Assumption of mother or father of a minor child who is a Spanish citizen
One of the assumptions that will help you to obtain a residence permit for family ties in Spainis to be the mother or father of a minor child who is a Spanish citizen.
To do so, you must meet certain requirements, such as having parental authority over the child, proving that the child resides in Spain and that you have the necessary resources to support and care for the child.
You will also need to provide documentation proving parentage with the child, such as a family record book or birth certificate.
Once these requirements have been met, you will be able to applying for a residence permit on the grounds of family tieswhich will allow you to live and work in Spain legally.
Please note that this residence authorisation is not permanent. Therefore, you will have to renew it from time to time, depending on the duration you were granted in the first application.
Supposed to be a relative of a Spaniard
Another case that may help you to obtain authorisation is to be a relative of a Spanish citizen or of a citizen of another EU country who resides in Spain.
If you are the spouse or unmarried partner of a Spanish citizen, you will be able to achieving family roots without any inconvenience.
Similarly, if you are an ascendant over 65 years of age or younger but you live in the care of a Spanish citizen, you can also access this permit.
The same applies to dependent descendants under or over 21 years of age.
With this type of assumption you can get your residence and work authorisation valid for 5 years. Ideal for both employed and self-employed work.
Case of a child of a parent originating in Spain
Another assumption for obtaining the authorisation for family roots is to be the child of a father or mother of Spanish origin.
In this case, the child must be of legal age and not have Spanish nationality, but must prove that his or her parent is a Spanish national.
In addition, you must prove that you have family ties with your Spanish parent, and that you have sufficient means to live in Spain without the need for public assistance.
It is also necessary to prove the absence of a criminal record both in Spain and in the countries where the applicant has previously resided.
Arraigo Familiar: Requirements for authorisation to reside and work in Spain
The requirements for the authorisation to reside and work in Spain for family roots vary from case to case, but some of the general requirements are:
- Have family ties with Spanish citizens or legal residents in Spain.
- Demonstrate the existence and duration of the family relationship.
- Proof of the economic dependency of the Spanish family member or legal resident in Spain, in the case of children over 21 years of age.
- No criminal record in Spain and in the previous countries of residence.
- Have public or private health insurance that covers the duration of the stay in Spain.
- Have sufficient financial means to cover the basic needs of the applicant and his/her family during the stay in Spain.
- Not to be in Spanish territory illegally.
- Have resided in Spain for a minimum period of three years in the case of children over 18 years of age.
Please note that the requirements may vary depending on the type of family relationship and your particular situation.
You can contact our lawyers specialising in immigration law for detailed and up-to-date information on the specific requirements for each case.
Ask us for a free consultation!
Documents required for the application for family roots
These are the documents necessary to carry out the application for family roots in Spain:
- Duly completed official application form for family roots.
- Valid and valid passport or identity card.
- Criminal record certificate from country of origin and country of residence for the last 5 years.
- Certificate of census registration certifying continuous residence in Spain for at least 3 years, both for the applicant and for the Spanish or EU family member.
- Documentation proving the existence of the family relationship, such as birth certificate, family book, marriage certificate, among others.
- Proof of the economic dependence of the Spanish or EU family member, such as payslips, employment contracts, bank accounts, among others.
- Documentation accrediting that the applicant does not have a criminal record in Spain.
- Medical insurance covering common contingencies.
- Payment of the corresponding fees.
Please note that some documents must be translated into Spanish and also legalised by the consular authorities of the applicant's country of origin.
On the other hand, the submission of documents may vary on a case-by-case basis.
You can count on the advice of our lawyers to submit a solid and well-documented application.
At Gestoría Sahel, we make sure that all the requirements are met beforehand so that there are no setbacks.
How can we help you to manage your residency due to family roots?
Our immigration lawyer can help you to apply for family residency in the following ways:
Advice and assessment of your situation
Our consultancy can help you find out if you qualify for applying for residency on the basis of family roots and assess your particular situation.
Preparation of documentation
Preparing the necessary documentation to apply for family residence can be complex and also requires obtaining specific documents in the country of origin.
Our manager can help you to compile and prepare all the necessary documentation for such an application.
Submission of the application
We all know that the process of application for a residence permit on the grounds of family ties can be long and complicated.
And at this point, our lawyer can submit the application on your behalf and ensure that it is completed correctly.
Follow-up of the application
After submitting your application, there may be delays in processing. We follow up on your application and provide regular updates.
Legal representation
If the application is refused, a lawyer of Sahel Law Firm can legally represent you in the appeal process and help you challenge the decision.
Our immigration lawyer ensures that you receive the best possible advice and assists you properly throughout the process.
Contact us now and process your family roots legally and efficiently!
How long does it take to establish family roots?
The maximum time limit to decide on the application for family roots is 3 months since the submission of the documents.
However, in practice it may take longer due to the workload of the competent authorities.
A lawyer of Gestoria Sahel can help you and advise you throughout the process to speed up the process in a legal way.
Which family members can I reunite?
This is the list of family members that you can regroup in Spain through the application for family roots:
- Spouse: The husband or wife of the applicant.
- Registered partner: If the partner is registered in an official register.
- Unmarried partner: If you can prove that you are living in a stable and lasting relationship.
- Children under the age of 18 years: children of biological, adopted or spouse's children who are under the age of 18 years.
- Children over 18 years of age: Children over 18 years of age who are economically dependent on the sponsor or for health reasons.
- Ascendants: The applicant's parents, provided that they can prove that they do not have sufficient resources and that they cannot look after themselves due to their state of health.
For a request for family roots, do not hesitate to contact us.
We are professionals who can advise you on how to obtain the necessary requirements and documentation.
In addition, we accompany you throughout the whole process and help you with the submission of the application.
We defend your interests before the administration!
