One of the most important requirements in this process is to demonstrate that the foreign citizen is actually a partner of the Spanish (or European) individual.
There are different ways to do this, and although below we will provide a series of tips that you can use, in the end, it is completely subjective. The clerk in charge of evaluating your situation and issuing her verdict has the discretion to determine whether or not the evidence you provide is sufficient.
So we recommend that the more proof you can provide, the better.
However, below is a list of the evidence that will be most useful to demonstrate the stable relationship:
- That the relationship is at least one year long.
- You have been living together for many years and you can prove it with a certificate of cohabitation.
- Provide any type of document that proves the relationship. For example, a joint will, being beneficiaries of the same life insurance, common “empadronamiento”, etc.
- Shared bank accounts.
- Having children together.
- Statements from family members or close witnesses who testify before a notary that the couple is actually a stable couple and that indicate how long they have been married.
- Other evidence, such as photographs on social media, accommodation in other countries if you have travelled, hotel reservations, communications via emails or Whatsapp, etc.
As you can see, there is no definitive proof. Each case is particular, and you must analyze how to prove it in your personal case (according to the evidence you are able to gather).
If you have doubts here, our team of immigration lawyers can help you out find the best way to proceed. Simply send us an email at info@immigrationspain.es and we will get in touch.
