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How to renew your DNI in Ciudad Real (2026)

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Cost

€12.00

Fee 790-012

Time at office

15-20 minutes

Estimated time

Immediate delivery on the same appointment

Quick summary

Complete guide step by step on how to renew your DNI in Ciudad Real, Castilla-La Mancha. Requirements, documents, appointment, cost and offices updated for 2026.

Required documents

  • Previous DNI

    The expired or valid previous DNI. Original, not a copy.

  • Carnet photo

    Recent, in color, plain white background, no glasses, no accessories on the head. Dimensions: 32×26 mm.

  • Payment receipt for fee 790-012

    Filled out and stamped form or electronic payment receipt.

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    Registration certificate Optional

    Only required if there is a change of residence compared to the previous DNI.

    ⚠️ If change of residence

12 €
Fee 790-012 €12.00
€12.00
€12.00

: 2026

Step by step

  • 1

    Request an appointment online

    Go to official site

    Access the National Police Electronic Office and request an appointment for DNI/Pasaporte renewal in Ciudad Real. Select 'DNI Expiry' and choose the nearest office.

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    Expert tip

    "Appointments are released with advance notice. If there's no availability, try to enter at 08:00. There are no last-minute appointments without a system."

  • 2

    Pay the fee 790-012

    Go to official site

    Download, fill out and pay the form 790-012 (€12). You can pay online with a card through the Electronic Office or print the form and pay at any bank.

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    Expert tip

    "Keep the receipt. The online payment generates a PDF that you must print and bring."

  • 3

    Go to the office on the day of your appointment

    Present yourself at the Ciudad Real Police Station with all documents: previous DNI, photo, receipt for fee paid and (if applicable) registration certificate.

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    Expert tip

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

  • 4

    Receive your new DNI on the same day

    Your new DNI is issued at the end of the session, on the same day. You do not need to return another day. Use the 'DNIe Update Points' available in the police station to activate the PIN and electronic certificates.

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    Expert tip

    "You can check the status of your DNI on the National Police website with your reference number."

Offices and service points - Ciudad Real

Guardia Civil

Calle Esperanza 13003 Ciudad Real

060
Monday to Friday: 09:00 - 14:00 (with prior appointment)

Frequently asked questions

Can I renew my DNI without an appointment?
No. Since 2020, appointments are mandatory in all offices across Spain.
How much does it cost to renew the DNI in 2026?
The current fee is €12 (fee 790-012). The first issuance for minors under 14 years is free, as well as renewal due to robbery or loss reported.
What happens if my DNI has been expired for many years?
There is no penalty for having an expired DNI in the civil context. The procedure and cost are the same. However, it is not valid for travel abroad.
How long does it take to receive the new DNI?
The DNI 4.0 is issued on the spot at the end of the appointment session, within 15-20 minutes. You do not have to return another day. If there were any technical issues, they would notify you and give you a new appointment.
Can a minor renew their DNI?
Yes, but they must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or legal tutor who will present their own DNI.
How do I request an appointment to renew my DNI?
Log in to citapreviadnie.es, select 'DNI/Pasaporte Issuance', choose the province and police station, and pick your date and time. If there are no appointments available, try connecting at 08:00 when new slots become available.
Is the DNI delivered immediately?
Yes. Your new DNI 4.0 is issued on the same day, usually within 15-20 minutes. You do not need to return another day to collect it.
When does a DNI expire?
The validity depends on age at renewal: under 5 years → 2 years; 5 to 29 years → 5 years; 30 to 69 years → 10 years; 70 years or older → permanent (indefinite).
Can I renew my DNI before it expires?
Yes. You can apply when there is less than one year left until expiration, though many stations process it even sooner. There is no penalty for renewing in advance.
What do I do if I have lost or had my DNI stolen?
You must report the loss or theft at a police station (or through the National Police Electronic Office). With the case number, request an appointment on citapreviadnie.es. In this case, fee 790-012 is waived.

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Official sources and useful links

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