Temporary residence procedure for the relocation of minors
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There are two types of temporary relocation of foreign minors to Spain:
Temporary relocation of foreign minors for medical treatment or holidays
This type of relocation is permitted for a period of no more than 90 days as part of humanitarian programmes promoted by the Public Administration or an NGO.
The purpose of this relocation must be to receive medical treatment or enjoy a holiday.
What are the requirements for the temporary relocation of a foreign minor for medical treatment or a holiday?
Authorisation from the person holding parental responsibility for the minor is required, as is a prior report from the Government Subdelegation in whose territory the minor will stay.
A written undertaking to facilitate the minor’s return to their country of origin is required.
Who must submit the application to relocate foreign minors?
The application for the temporary relocation of foreign minors for medical treatment or a holiday must be made by the organisation running the programme and submitted to the Government Subdelegation.
What documents must be submitted for the temporary relocation of foreign minors for medical treatment or a holiday?
- The standard application form.
- The relocation programme, including the purpose and duration of the stay and the minor’s healthcare and education arrangements.
- A report issued by the competent regional authority responsible for child protection.
- A copy of the minor’s passport.
- An undertaking to facilitate the minor’s return.
Temporary relocation of foreign minors for schooling.
This type of relocation is permitted so that the foreign minor can stay in Spain to study. It must be promoted by the Public Administration or an NGO.
What are the requirements for the temporary relocation of a foreign minor for schooling?
Evidence must be provided that the minor has been admitted to an officially recognised educational institution in Spain.
The stay will last for the duration of the academic year.
Who must submit the application to relocate foreign minors?
The application for the temporary relocation of foreign minors for educational purposes must be submitted by the organization promoting the program to the Government Subdelegation.
What documents must be submitted for the temporary relocation of foreign minors for educational purposes?
The documents required for this type of authorization are as follows:
- The standard application form.
- The relocation programme, including the purpose and duration of the stay and the minor’s healthcare and education arrangements.
- A report issued by the competent regional authority responsible for child protection.
- A copy of the minor’s passport.
- An undertaking to facilitate the minor’s return.
- A document confirming that the minor will be admitted to an educational institution.