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Everyone living in Spain is obliged to register with the City Hall where they live, that is to say, in the municipality to which the property you have just rented or bought belongs.
\u2014It\u2019s usually a quick procedure \u2014says Paloma positively.
\u2014All of them are, once you’ve done them \u2014a mocking Almudena replies.
\u2014Right! when you know where to go and what documentation to bring is quick and easy.
\u2014But, well, I must agree, this is not a complicated procedure.
\u2014True, if you have everything ready, in less than an hour it will be done.<\/p>\n
In fact, it\u2019s only about going to the corresponding City Hall offices and presenting the documentation that, depending on the situation, they request. The process is practically the same in all Spanish municipalities.
\u2014In the capital city of Madrid and in almost all the nearby municipalities, the first step is to set an appointment in advance.
\u2014It can be done online.
\u2014Afterwards, the only thing left to do is to come to the appointment, at the chosen time and place.
\u2014And provide the required documentation.<\/p>\n
Once all the documentation has been submitted, you will be given immediately a document proving that you are registered. It’s proof of residency in the municipality. You can order as many copies as you need.
\u2014It is important to carry out this procedure as soon as the rental contract has been signed.
\u2014And it has come into force!
\u2014It is advisable to have the certificate as soon as possible because it is necessary for all the procedures related to immigration, such as residence and work permits.
\u2014Also to receive your removal.
\u2014And to apply for the social security health card.
\u2014And to be able to access public and charter education.
\u2014Even to vote in some elections.<\/p>\n
Finally, let’s clarify some terms that can be confusing for all of you who are not Spanish. And, sometimes, also for Spaniards.
\u2014For example, do you know that city council (\u201cayuntamiento\u201d) and municipality (\u201cmunicipio\u201d) are the same thing?
\u2014For this purpose.
\u2014In this sense, you mean.
\u2014That\u2019s it!
\u2014And, also, registration (\u201cempadronamiento\u201d), municipal census (\u201cpadr\u00f3n municipal\u201d) and census form (\u201choja padronal\u201d).
\u2014Well, these are not the same but they are all related to this process.
\u2014\u201cEmpadronamiento\u201d is to register in the municipal register.
\u2014\u201cPadr\u00f3n municipal\u201d is the administrative register which lists all the neighbors who habitually live in a municipality.
\u2014And \u201choja padronal\u201d is the form that each council provides to those interested to fill in and then deliver to the council.<\/p>\n
In addition, registration is free of charge. However, in some municipalities there is a cost for issuing the certificates.<\/p>\n
In this link you will find all the official information about the registration of the Madrid City Council<\/a>.<\/p>\n In case you are planning to move to Madrid shortly, you will find all the relevant information in The secret of relocating to Madrid<\/i><\/a>. If, in addition, you need help with the organization or, even if you want us to accompany you, check out our services<\/a>.<\/p>\n In the meantime, you can receive regular information by filling out this questionnaire. And if you find it useful, we appreciate your sharing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n