How to obtain or renew the NIE in Lleida (2026)
Cost
€10.60
Fee 790-012 (item NIE). The TIE may have an additional cost of 15-20€.
Time at office
30-60 minutes
Estimated time
1-4 weeks
Quick summary
Complete guide for applying for the NIE in Lleida. Lleida has its own Extranjería Office. Types, requirements, cost and real-time times.
Required documents
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Valid passport
Original and full copy of the passport.
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EX-15 (initial NIE) or EX-17 (TIE) application form
Completed and signed official form.
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Reason for the application
Employment contract, property deed, university enrollment, etc.
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Payment proof of fee
Fee 790-012 paid before the appointment.
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Recent passport-sized photos Optional
Two recent color photos with white background.
⚠️ Only for TIE application
Step by step
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Determine which NIE you need
NIE initial for occasional procedures, TIE for residents, or EU registration certificate.
!Expert tip
"Lleida, as the provincial capital, has its own Extranjería Office, so you don't need to go to Barcelona for most procedures."
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Make an appointment at Lleida's Extranjería Office
Go to official siteRequest an appointment with the Extranjería Office of Lleida, which handles all standard procedures (NIE, TIE, residency).
!Expert tip
"Lleida's Extranjería Office usually has less demand than the one in Barcelona, making it easier to get an appointment with less waiting time."
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Fill out the EX-15 form and pay the fee
Go to official siteDownload and fill out the EX-15. Pay the fee 790-012 before your appointment.
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Present all documents at your appointment
Submit the original passport + copy, completed EX-15 form, reason for application and fee payment proof.
!Expert tip
"Always bring originals AND copies of everything."
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Collect your NIE or TIE
The NIE can be obtained on the spot. The TIE takes 1-4 weeks and is collected from the same Extranjería Office of Lleida.
Offices and service points - Lleida
Extranjería Office of Lleida
C/ de Bisbe Ruano, 22, 25003 Lleida
Police Station — Lleida
Av. de Prat de la Riba, 2, 25008 Lleida
Frequently asked questions
Does Lleida have its own Extranjería Office?
Is it easier to get an appointment in Lleida than in Barcelona?
Does the NIE expire?
This procedure in other cities
Official sources and useful links
This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check the official source for current information.