Get Empadronamiento (Spain)

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Empadronamiento proves your address in Spain. You’ll need it for healthcare, schools, and many services.

Steps

Make an appointment

Check your ayuntamiento website for cita previa or visit during public hours.
Prepare documents

Passport/ID, rental contract or recent utility bill. Bring originals and copies.
Get the certificate

Request the certificado de empadronamiento; verify name/address details before leaving.

Quick links

Guides

If they are the contract holder, bring a signed authorization and their ID.

Typically ID and proof related to the procedure (e.g., address, income or ownership). Check the official site for country-specific lists.

Often yes via the official portal (Agencia Tributaria or regional portals). Some steps still require in‑person verification or mailing originals.

Processing times vary by city and season. Plan for days to a few weeks; start early before deadlines.