Living in Madrid as an Expat: Areas and First Paperwork Steps
A fair overview of popular Madrid neighbourhoods for newcomers, followed by the first paperwork steps in a sensible order, from NIE and padrón to your health card.
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Guides for expats moving to Madrid
Practical, checked guides on the NIE, the TIE, the padrón and settling into Madrid, written by the Expat in Madrid team. Each one ends with its official sources.
Empadronamiento in Madrid: How to Register on the Padrón
A step-by-step guide to empadronamiento in Madrid city: online or in person at Línea Madrid, the documents you need, registering children, certificates and renewal for non-EU foreigners.
TIE Appointment in Madrid: How to Book Your Fingerprints
A step-by-step guide to booking your TIE (toma de huellas) appointment in Madrid: deadline, form EX-17, fee 790-012, documents and what to do when no slots appear.
How to Get Your NIE in Madrid in 2026: Complete Guide
A practical guide to getting your NIE in Madrid in 2026: what it is, how it differs from the TIE and the EU certificate, the EX-15 and 790 fee, appointments and applying from abroad.
