Although EU citizens have freedom of movement in Spain, an NIE number is still required for any official transaction — from buying property to opening a bank account or starting a business.
Do EU Citizens Need an NIE?
Yes. Despite having the right to live and work in Spain, EU citizens still need an NIE for:
- Buying or selling property
- Opening a bank account
- Starting employment or self-employment
- Paying taxes in Spain
- Registering a vehicle
- Any contract or official document
How NIE4SpainONLINE Helps EU Citizens
We handle NIE applications for EU citizens from Ireland, Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands and all other EU member states.
What you need:
- Copies of every page of your passport or national ID card including blank pages
- A signed Power of Attorney (notarised) — we provide this document
What we do:
Everything else. We liaise with the Spanish authorities on your behalf and deliver your NIE number within 2–5 working days.
Pricing
- Online NIE Service — €175 per applicant
- In-Person NIE Assistance — €150 per applicant