Spain - Renew National Identity Document (DNI)

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Procedure

1. You must personally apply for the renewal of your DNI. If the applicant is less than 14 years old or incapable, application will be carried out in the presence of the person who has been entrusted with the custody or guardianship, or person appointed by the applicant.
2. Complete an application and submit it together with the following:
   1. Recent colored photograph of the applicant, size 32x26 mm, with plain white uniform background, taken from the front with head completely uncovered and without dark glasses or any accessories that may prevent or hinder the identification of the person.
   2. Previous DNI. In case of loss or theft, report filed regarding the incident.
   3. In case of change of address: certificate of residence.
   4. In case of change of personal data: Civil Registration Certificate (issued not more than six months prior to the date of application)
   5. If you are a Spanish citizen residing abroad who would like to renew their National Identity Document shall, in addition to the above, you will need to provide the following document: If there is change of address, certificate of residence issued by the Spanish consulate in the country where you are registered as resident. The document must state the country, town, street and number where the applicant is domiciled, (issued not more than three months prior to the date of the renewal).
3. Pay the application fee.

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Required Documents

• A recent colored photograph of the applicant, size 32x26 mm, with plain white uniform background, taken from the front with head completely uncovered and without dark glasses or any accessories that may prevent or hinder the identification of the person.
• Previous DNI. In case of loss or theft, report filed regarding the incident.
• In case of change of address: certificate of residence.
• In case of change of personal data: Civil Registration Certificate (issued not more than six months prior to the date of application)
• Spanish citizens residing abroad: For Spaniards who are living abroad, who would like to renew their National Identity Document shall, in addition to the above, provide the following documents:
  • If there is change of address, certificate of residence issued by the Spanish consulate in the country where you are registered as resident. The document must state the country, town, street and number where the applicant is domiciled, (issued not more than three months prior to the date of the renewal).

Office Locations & Contacts

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Eligibility

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Fees

To renew an expiring DNI: 10,60 Euros.

Validity

• 2 years - if the applicant has not attained the age of five.
• 5 years - when the holder has completed five years of age and has not reached thirty at the time of issue or renewal.
• 10 years - when the holder is between the age of 30 and 70.

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Processing Time

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Related Videos

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Instructions

The identity card must be renewed within the last 90 days of its validity.

Required Information

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1. Date of Birth.
2. City or County of Birth.

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Need for the Document

This procedure provides you information on how you can renew your DNI (National Identity Document).

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External Links

Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores y Cooperacin
Ministry of Interior - Police Directorate

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