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How to renew your ID card in Almeria (2026)

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Cost

€12.00

Fee 790-012

Time at office

30 minutes

Estimated time

5-7 working days

Quick summary

A step-by-step guide to renewing your ID card in Almeria, Andalusia. Requirements, documents, prior appointment, cost, and offices updated to 2026.

Required documents

  • Previous ID card

    The expired or valid ID card to be renewed. Original, not a photocopy.

  • Passport-sized photograph

    Recent, in color, white background, no glasses, no headwear. Dimensions: 32×26 mm.

  • Receipt for fee 790-012 payment

    Printed and stamped by the bank or electronic payment receipt.

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    Empadronamiento certificate Optional

    Only required if there is a change of address compared to the previous ID card.

    ⚠️ Only if there is a change of address

12 €
Fee 790-012 €12.00
€12.00
€12.00

: 2026

Step by step

  • 1

    Request a prior appointment online

    Go to official site

    Access the National Police Electronic Office and request an appointment for ID card renewal in Almeria. Select 'ID Card Issuance' and choose the nearest office.

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    Expert tip

    "Appointments are released in advance. If there is no availability, try entering early in the morning (08:00). There are no last-minute appointments without prior system."

  • 2

    Pay the fee 790-012

    Go to official site

    Download, fill out, and pay the model 790-012 form (12.00€). You can pay online with a card through the Electronic Office or print the form and pay it at any bank.

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    Expert tip

    "Keep the paper receipt. Online payment generates a PDF that you must print and bring."

  • 3

    Attend the office on the day of the appointment

    Present yourself at the Almeria Police Station with all the documents: previous ID card, photo, receipt for paid fee, and (if applicable) empadronamiento certificate.

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    Expert tip

    "Arrive 5-10 minutes early. If you arrive late, you will lose the appointment and have to request a new one."

  • 4

    Collect the new ID card

    The new ID card will be available at the same office within 5-7 working days. You will be notified by SMS if you provided your number when scheduling the appointment.

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    Expert tip

    "You can check the status of your ID card on the National Police website with the expedition number."

Offices and service points - Almeria Capital

212 Brigade of the Civil Guard

Carretera de Ronda 04005 Almería

Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 14:00 (with prior appointment)

Frequently asked questions

Can I renew my ID card without a prior appointment?
No. Since 2020, a prior appointment is mandatory in all offices in Spain.
How much does it cost to renew an ID card in 2026?
The current fee is 12.00€ (fee 790-012). The first issuance for minors under 14 years old and the renewal due to theft or loss reported are exempt.
What happens if my ID card has been expired for years?
There is no penalty for having an expired ID card in the civil sphere. The procedure and cost are the same. However, it is not valid for traveling abroad.
How long does it take for the new ID card to arrive?
Normally 5-7 working days. In high season, it may take up to 10-12 days. You will receive an SMS when it is ready.
Can a minor renew their ID card?
Yes, but they must be accompanied by their father, mother, or legal guardian, who must present their own ID card.

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Official sources and useful links

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check the official source for current information.