Request for advice on how I can move to Spain

Saidat · 2025-08-04T14:26:48+02:00

Get tips on reactivating your NIE in Spain and job-hunting advice for international roles. Perfect for expats and students navigating residency formalities.

Saidat New member

Member since 16 March 2015

SaidatNew member04 August 2025 12:26:48

Hello dear members,

My name is Aynura. I am living in Azerbaijan. I have finished a PhD program in Spain in May. My field of investigation was Organizational Communication.

When starting my education in the University in Palma, I had a student resident card with NIE number. As I couldn't extend its validity period in time, I lost the effectiveness of my resident card.

My intention is to move and work in Spain as an international contracts coordinator or in some other corresponding job. I speak Azerbaijani, Turkish, English, Russian fluently and intermediate Spanish.

So, I would like to hear your recommendations as how I can activate my NIE again and find a job.

Thank you very much in advance.

Kind regards,

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jchilton Active member

Member since 02 December 2023

jchiltonActive member04 August 2025 19:00:06

Your NIE number is a tax id which stays with you forever.

I think what you need is the TIE which is a residence/work permit for Spain. There is info on the govt. Extranjeria website or from a lawyer/gestor铆a but check with your prospective employer first - mine did all the paperwork for me!

gwynj Bulgaria Expert

Member since 30 June 2020

gwynjBulgaria ExpertYesterday 08:43:48

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@Saidat

As @jchilton says, your NIE is still OK... but your residence permit/TIE is not. You need to apply for a new residence permit, or find a cooperative employer who is willing to do this on your behalf (by sponsoring you for a standard work visa/residence).

However, like many countries, Spain likes foreigners to study in its universities... and provides a way for graduates to work in Spain once they've completed their studies (at a recognized Spanish university, at least Level 6, or bachelor's degree).

I'm not very familiar with Spain's post-study options, but I suggest the job search and practical work/internship options. And speak to your university as they'll have employment/visa folks who can advise you.

You've been a bit naughty not renewing your residence permit... and waiting several months after your studies finished.聽 Hopefully, an August submission will still be accepted, but I recommend you proceed ASAP (e.g. within 90 days of graduation is mentioned in the job search page)!

Job search

Internship

The other option which might be possible (depending on your job offer/salary) as you're highly educated, is to apply for an EU Blue Card.