Resolución favorable, favorable residence decision

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Resolución favorable / Autorización de residencia

Who needs it

Non-EU foreigners who applied for a residence permit and received approval; it is a prerequisite for the TIE.

When needed

It arrives by post or via the online portal after the application is processed.

Where to get it

Issued by Oficina de Extranjería or the relevant consulate; it is not requested by the applicant.

Timeline

It is issued within 1 to 6 months depending on the route.

Faster with Key4Spain

Cita previa

Not applicable.

Common mistakes

⚠Not checking the digital notification regularly
⚠Letting the 30-day TIE deadline pass after entering Spain

What to say at the counter

I have the resolución favorable and I need to proceed with the next step. (He recibido la resolución favorable y necesito pedir cita para la toma de huellas.)

Official source

Key4Spain service

Handling this via Key4Spain ensures 0% margin for error.