Curious about the costs of obtaining an NIE number? The expenses vary depending on where you apply and whether you use a mediation service. In this post, we’ll explain the details.

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Standard costs for an NIE number

The cost of an NIE number consists of fees (Tasa 790-012) that you must pay upon application. This is currently €9.84.

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Costs for representation

If you choose to engage an intermediary, such as NieNummer.nu, to help you with the application, you’ll naturally pay more. These intermediaries often charge between €250 and €350, depending on what they offer. At NieNummer.nu, these costs are relatively low; you pay €271 for full delegation.

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Other possible costs

Additionally, there may be travel and accommodation costs if you need to go to Spain in person for the application. Often, it’s so busy (waiting times of 3 to 5 months) at the consulate in your home country that you’re forced to arrange this in Spain.

Although the costs for an NIE number itself are not high, the total costs can add up significantly, especially if you arrange it yourself. Plane tickets and hotels are quite pricey nowadays, which can mask the attractive low rate of €9.84. It’s important to carefully consider your options before deciding on the approach.