Spain is one of the most popular destinations for our compatriots to emigrate to because it offers a better economy and does not have a language barrier.
Spain It is one of the most popular destinations for Argentines to emigrate to. This popularity is due to the fact that it has a better economy, there is no language barrier and because the nation grants facilities to the descendants of Spaniards to access its nationality. These people can even benefit from economic and social aid to settle in the country.
These flexibilities are possible thanks to the Law of Historical and Democratic Memorypopularly known as the Law of Grandchildren. This legislation emerged as a tool for reconstruction during one of the darkest moments of the nation. It is about encouraging the emigration of the descendants who had to go into exile during the Franco regime.
Who can apply for Spanish citizenship?
Anyone can apply for citizenship through conventional means such as marriage, option or adoption. While the grandchildren law aims to those children or grandchildren born outside Spain to a Spanish father, mother or grandparents. Many of them had to go into exile from their country during the Spanish Civil War (1936 – 1939) and the Franco era (1939 – 1975) for political, ideological, religious or sexual orientation reasons.
The legislation also includes children of those who obtained Spanish nationality by origin. These people will be able to access Spanish citizenship despite being over 18 years old. The same applies to the grandchildren of Spanish women who had to renounce their nationality because they married non-Spanish citizens. This happened because the nationality of the country was passed on through the father until the 1978 Constitution.
How to apply for Spanish citizenship and emigrate from Argentina
Spanish citizenship allows you to reside, travel, work and vote in the country. To obtain it, you must request an appointment at the Spanish Consulate in Argentina and present the following documents.
- Identification documents: Full passport and Foreigner Identity Number (NIE)
- Residence permit (updated)
- Certificate of criminal record.
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificatein case you apply for nationality through marriage
- Current and historical register.
- Certificate of passing the CCSE Spanish cultural exam.
- Document proving that you paid the consular fee.
- Demonstration from the possession of sufficient financial means.
What are the types of Spanish nationalities that can be processed?
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One of the main ways to obtain citizenship is through nationality by residence. Under this option, Argentines have the benefit of only having to legally remain in Spain for two years to apply for this option, instead of the ten that is normally required. This time can be obtained with work visas; tourist and student visas do not count. It is also required that cultural integration be demonstrated through an exam prepared by the Cervantes Institute.
Another way is through the marriagethis way of becoming a citizen has certain limits, such as the need for renewal and cohabitation. This way allows access to nationality by residence with only one year in the country. The last option is the nationality by choice which is suitable for children of Spaniards.
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