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Málaga Appointment Guide

Appointments Málaga

Málaga province has experienced Spain’s fastest foreign population growth. The Costa del Sol attracts retirees, digital nomads, and tech workers.

Málaga Province Offices

  • Málaga city. Main office
  • Marbella. Costa del Sol, large expat area
  • Fuengirola. Popular with Scandinavians
  • Torremolinos. Tourist area
  • Estepona. Western Costa del Sol
  • Vélez-Málaga. Eastern coast, less busy
  • Ronda. Interior, typically easier

Find Your Nearest Office

Policía Nacional Office Locator →

How to Book Your Appointment

  1. Go to Cita Previa Extranjería (search Google for “cita previa extranjería”) (the site may be slow or temporarily unavailable. Keep trying)
  2. Select province: Málaga
  3. Choose procedure:
    • NIE: “Policía – Certificados y Asignación de NIE”
    • TIE: “Policía – Toma de huellas (expedición de tarjeta)”
    • EU Registration: “Policía – Certificado de Registro de Ciudadano de la U.E.”
    • EU Family Card: “Policía – Tarjeta de Familiar de Ciudadano de la U.E.”
    • Return Authorization: “Policía – Autorización de regreso”
  4. Enter passport number and details
  5. Select office and date
  6. Print confirmation

No Appointments Available?

  • Marbella and Fuengirola are very busy. Try Vélez-Málaga or Ronda
  • Check early morning
  • Granada or Cádiz provinces are alternatives

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Empadronamiento in Málaga

  • Online: Search “empadronamiento cita previa Málaga” or go to malaga.eu
  • App: “Málaga Funciona” (iOS/Android)
  • Phone: 010 or 951 92 60 10

Common Situations in Málaga

Digital Nomads: Málaga Tech Park attracts remote workers. Digital Nomad Visa →

Retirees: Costa del Sol is top retirement destination. Non-Lucrative Visa →

Property Buyers: NIE required before purchase. NIE Service →

What to Bring

For NIE (EX-15)

  • ☐ Passport original + copy
  • ☐ EX-15 form completed
  • ☐ Justification document
  • ☐ Modelo 790 code 012 paid
  • ☐ Appointment confirmation printed

For TIE (EX-17)

  • ☐ Passport original + copy
  • ☐ EX-17 form completed
  • ☐ Approval resolution
  • ☐ Photo 32x26mm
  • ☐ Modelo 790 code 012 paid
  • ☐ Empadronamiento
  • ☐ Appointment confirmation printed

For EU Registration (EX-18)

  • ☐ Passport/ID original + copy
  • ☐ EX-18 form completed
  • ☐ Empadronamiento
  • ☐ Proof of status (employment contract, bank statements, or enrollment letter)
  • ☐ Modelo 790 code 012 paid
  • ☐ Appointment confirmation printed

For EU Family Card (EX-19)

  • ☐ Passport original + copy
  • ☐ EX-19 form (2 copies)
  • ☐ Marriage/birth certificate (apostilled, translated)
  • ☐ EU family member’s green certificate
  • ☐ Modelo 790 code 012 paid
  • ☐ Appointment confirmation printed

For Return Authorization (EX-13)

  • ☐ Passport original + copy
  • ☐ EX-13 form completed
  • ☐ Proof of renewal submission (resguardo)
  • ☐ Travel itinerary
  • ☐ Modelo 790 code 052 paid
  • ☐ Appointment confirmation printed

Málaga Appointment FAQ

Is Málaga busier than other Andalucía provinces?

Yes. Málaga has Spain’s fastest-growing foreign population. Try Vélez-Málaga, Ronda, or neighboring Granada province for better availability.

What’s the difference between NIE, TIE, and EU Registration?

NIE is just a number (for non-residents doing business in Spain). TIE is the physical card for non-EU residents with a visa. EU Registration (green certificate) is for EU citizens living in Spain over 3 months. Different procedures, same booking portal.

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Last updated: January 2026
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