Arraigo
Residence through roots in Spain
If you have been living in Spain for two years without a residence permit, arraigo may be your route: social, employment, training, family or second chance.
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English-speaking immigration lawyers in Barcelona
Residence permits, Spanish citizenship, family cards and visas. We handle your case with the Spanish administration and explain every step in English.
About us
A Barcelona law firm focused on immigration
Global Legal Consultancy is an immigration and nationality law firm in the centre of Barcelona. We help people from all over the world to live, work, study and bring their families to Spain, and to become Spanish citizens.
Spanish immigration rules changed substantially with the new Immigration Regulation in force since May 2025, and again in 2026. We keep up with every change so you don't have to, and we tell you honestly which route fits your situation before you spend time or money on it.
Rated 5.0 out of 5 by our clients on Google (158 reviews).
Services
How we can help you
Spanish citizenship
Nationality by residence or marriage
From checking that your residence counts to the DELE A2 and CCSE exams, the application and the oath at the Registro Civil.
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Family of Spanish and EU citizens
Residence for family members of Spanish citizens, the EU family residence card and family reunification for non-EU residents.
Read more ›Regularisation 2026
Extraordinary regularisation
If you applied under Royal Decree 316/2026, we help with requests for documents, delays, refusals and the next permit.
Read more ›Residence and visas
Moving to Spain
Non-lucrative residence, work and self-employment permits, student visas, digital nomad visa, highly qualified professionals, renewals and long-term residence.
Appeals
Refusals, expulsion orders and asylum
Administrative appeals and court proceedings against refusals, expulsion orders and entry bans, and support with international protection.
How we work
Your case, step by step
- First consultationWe look at your real situation and tell you which route fits, or if there is a better one.
- DocumentsWe tell you exactly what to gather, including sworn translations and apostilles, and check it before filing.
- ApplicationWe file your application with the Oficina de Extranjería, the consulate or the Ministry, and answer any request on time.
- TIE and next stepsFingerprints, residence card (TIE), renewals and, when the time comes, long-term residence or citizenship.
Reviews
What our clients say
5.0 out of 5 · 158 reviews on Google. Reviews were written in Spanish; translated below.
★★★★★
Very satisfied with the work to get my residence permit, a great professional
Sergio B. · Google (translated)
★★★★★
Very happy with the attention of the whole team, very professional. They sorted everything out and guided me through the whole process. I definitely recommend them
Marcos P. · Google (translated)
★★★★★
Excellent experience; very professional service. I strongly recommend them
Francisco O. · Google (translated)
Contact
Tell us about your case
Book a consultation online or message us on WhatsApp. If you prefer email, write to info@globallegalconsultancy.com with a few lines about your situation.
Office: Av. Portal de l'Àngel, 40 — 08002 Barcelona. By appointment only.
Languages: English · Español
Frequently asked questions
Before you contact us
Do you speak English?
Yes. We work in English and Spanish, and we explain every step of your case in plain English: what you need, what the Spanish administration will ask for and what the deadlines are.
Can you help me if I am not in Barcelona yet?
Yes. Many clients contact us before they move. We can review your options online, prepare a visa application for the consulate in your country and plan what you will need to do once you arrive.
How does the first consultation work?
You book a slot online, tell us about your situation and we tell you honestly which route fits, what documents you need and how long it usually takes. Consultations can be online or at our office on Portal de l'Àngel.
My application was refused. Can you still help?
Often, yes. Refusals can be challenged with the appropriate administrative appeal or before the courts, within strict deadlines. Send us the refusal as soon as possible so we can check whether there is a realistic case.
Speak to our team
Shall we talk about your case?
Book a consultation and we will look at your situation calmly: which route fits, what documents you need and what deadlines are ahead.
Other services
Arraigo (residence through roots)
Spanish citizenship
Family members and EU residence card
Extraordinary regularisation 2026
All services
The information on this page is for guidance only and is up to date as of September 2026. Spanish immigration law changes often and every case is different: before submitting any application it is worth having your situation reviewed individually. We work in English and Spanish.