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Change description : 2026-04-20 16:59:00: The nationality and identity documents sections have been updated. [Guidance and regulation]

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Spain: Knowledge Base profile

This document contains information about Spain to help HM Passport Office staff process passport applications.

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HM Passport Office
Published
19 March 2024
Last updated
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Spain: Knowledge Base profile

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Knowledge Base is an information resource for HM Passport Office staff.

This document includes information about:

  • names
  • nationality
  • legitimacy and parental responsibilities
  • surrogacy
  • documents from Spain

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Published 19 March 2024
Last updated 2920 JulyApril 20252026 + show all updates

  2. Updated the Knowledge Base profile for Spain, a full list of changes can be found in the document.

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Update history

2026-05-15 16:13
Updated the identity documents section to explain that foreign nationals who are resident in Spain are issued with a biometric ID card called a ‘Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero’ (TIE), and the nationality section to confirm that Spain now recognises dual nationality with France.

2026-04-20 16:59
The nationality and identity documents sections have been updated.

2025-07-29 14:58
Updated the Knowledge Base profile for Spain, a full list of changes can be found in the document.

2024-04-09 15:44
Updated the gender recognition information due to a change in legislation.

2024-03-19 15:19
First published.