Online Immigration Procedures in Spain: Everything You Need to Know (2025 Guide)

The digitalization of immigration procedures in Spain has advanced significantly in recent years. Today, most applications can be processed completely online, without the need to visit an Immigration Office in person.This allows people from any city —and even those still in their home country— to manage their residence permits, visas, nationality applications, and arraigo procedures quickly and conveniently.

In this article, we explain how online immigration procedures work, which applications can be submitted electronically, and how a specialized immigration lawyer can help you avoid delays and mistakes.

What Is Online Immigration in Spain?

Online immigration refers to the system through which immigration procedures can be submitted and managed electronically, without going to the Immigration Office or Registry.This includes:

• Online submission of applications

• Correction and resubmission of documents

• Checking the status of your file online

• Responding to official requests for additional information

• Receiving notifications electronically

Thanks to this system, applicants can process their permits from anywhere in Spain, and in many cases, even before traveling to the country.

Which Immigration Procedures Can Be Done Online?

Most of the main immigration procedures can currently be completed telematically, including:

Residence Permits

• Renewal of residence permits

• Initial residence permits for employment or self-employment

• Family reunification

• EU family member card

• Residence for relatives of EU citizens

Arraigo Procedures

• Social arraigo

• Employment-based arraigo

• Family arraigo

• Arraigo for training

Spanish Nationality

• Nationality by residence

• Correction of incomplete applications

• Appeals against denials

Visas

• Non-lucrative visa

• Entrepreneur/self-employed visa

• Student visa

Modifications

• Student to work permit

• Residence to self-employed

• Residence to employed work permit

Advantages of Managing Your Immigration Procedure Online

Submitting your application online offers several important benefits:

1. No travel required

Ideal for people with busy schedules, those who live far from Immigration Offices, or applicants who have not yet arrived in Spain.

2. Professional review of documents

Many applications are delayed or denied due to errors. A professional review helps prevent this.

3. Faster processing times

Online applications are often resolved more quickly than in-person submissions.

4. Continuous tracking of your application

You can check the status of your case at any time.

5. Specialized legal support

An immigration lawyer can handle the entire procedure from start to finish.

Can I Apply for Immigration Procedures Online From Any City?

Yes.Online immigration allows a specialized lawyer to manage your case no matter where you live: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Murcia, Zaragoza, Málaga, Bilbao…You can even start the process if you are still abroad.

Why You Should Work With an Online Immigration Lawyer

Although many procedures can be done online, Spanish immigration law is complex, and mistakes in the documentation can result in:

• delays

• requests for additional information

• denials

A specialized immigration lawyer will:

• analyze your personal situation

• identify the correct procedure for your case

• prepare and verify all documentation

• submit your application

• monitor your file and respond to official requests

• accompany you until the final resolution

How We Can Help You at LRJ Abogados

At LRJ Abogados – Solicitors, we specialize in immigration and Spanish nationality, offering a fully online legal service to clients across Spain.We can help you with:

• residence renewals

• all types of arraigo procedures

• Spanish nationality applications

• visas

• family reunification

• corrections and appeals

We manage the entire process through video calls, WhatsApp communication, and electronic submission, ensuring a clear, professional, and efficient service.

Start Your Online Immigration Procedure

If you need legal advice or want to begin your immigration application, contact us and we will provide a personalized evaluation of your case.