Discover how to monitor your Spanish nationality application online!
The Spanish Ministry of Justice has developed the online platform "How's My Application Going?" so that applicants for Spanish nationality can quickly and easily check the status of their applications. This tool is especially useful given that the process of obtaining nationality can be lengthy, and it allows users to stay informed without having to travel or make phone calls.
Follow these simple steps to check your file in "How's my case going?"
To access the platform and check the status of your application, follow these steps:
- Access the platformVisit the official website of the Ministry of Justice dedicated to consulting nationality files by residence.
- Enter your details:
- Foreigner Identification Number (NIE)Enter your NIE in capital letters and without hyphens.
- File number (R number)This is a 6-digit number assigned to your application.
- Year of the fileThe year you submitted your application.
- Date of birth: Provide your date of birth in the required format.
- Check the statusOnce all the data has been entered, you will be able to see the current status of your file.
It is important to ensure that all data is entered correctly to obtain accurate information about your application.
Don't have your file number? Find out how to get it easily!
If you don't yet have your file number, don't worry. This number is assigned once your application has been officially registered. If you submitted your application online, the R number is assigned automatically. If you submitted it in person, you may have to wait a while until your file is digitized and you are assigned the corresponding number. If you have any questions, you can contact the Ministry of Justice for more information.
Discover other ways to check the status of your citizenship application!
In addition to the "How's My Case Going?" platform, there are other ways to check the status of your file:
- Via telephoneYou can call the Ministry of Justice's citizen service number at 902 02 22 22, where, by providing your NIE, an operator will inform you about the status of your application.
- Contact formThe Ministry of Justice has a contact form on its website where you can make inquiries about your case file.
- face-to-face consultationIf you prefer, you can go in person to the offices of the Ministry of Justice or the Civil Registry where you submitted your application to obtain information.
These alternatives are useful if you are having trouble accessing the online platform or if you need additional information about your file.
Discover the different statuses of your file and what they mean!
When checking your file, you may find different statuses that indicate the progress of your application:
- Pending required reportsYour application is awaiting the necessary reports for its evaluation.
- In studyYour file is being evaluated by the competent authorities.
- GrantedYou have been granted Spanish nationality.
- DeniedYour request has been rejected.
It is important to regularly monitor the status of your file to stay informed of any changes or additional requirements.
Discover helpful tips to speed up your citizenship process!
Although the process of obtaining Spanish nationality can be lengthy, there are some actions you can take to facilitate and possibly expedite the process:
- Submit all required documentationMake sure your application is complete and that all documents are up-to-date and properly legalized or apostilled.
- Stay informedUse the "How's My Case Going?" platform and other consultation channels to stay informed about the status of your case and respond quickly to any requests.
- Seek professional adviceIf you have any doubts or difficulties, consider consulting with an immigration lawyer who can guide you through the process.
