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Family regrouping permitted after one year of residence

In force Residency

Under the 2025 Immigration Regulation, non-EEA residents with permits including the DNV, HQP, and NLV can apply for family regrouping after one year of residence — rather than waiting until the first renewal (typically two years). Materially shortens the timeline for reuniting with a spouse and dependent children.

Who it affects

DNV, HQP, NLV, and other non-EEA residence-permit holders seeking family regrouping.

Sources

Primary: Ministerio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones ↗

Corroborating: BOE — Boletín Oficial del Estado (Spanish Official Gazette) ↗

Verified 2026-04-19 · methodology · report a correction