900,000 people apply for regularization in Spain: a record

The Government has received 900,000 applications in the latest extraordinary regularization process—the highest figure on record. Most applicants are people who have been in Spain for years without papers or in an irregular situation. So, if you are in that group, this interests you.

What exactly is this regularization? Well, it is a mechanism that allows you—if you are in an irregular situation—to obtain a residence and work permit. Note that it is not an always-open process: the Executive activates it at specific times, usually for humanitarian or labor reasons. And this time, the volume of requests has exceeded initial forecasts.

If you are in the middle of the process, be patient. The immigration offices are overwhelmed—in fact, your appointment may be delayed or you may be asked for additional documentation. Do not trust intermediaries who promise to speed up the process in exchange for money: many are scams. The official information is available on the website of the Ministry of Inclusion, Social Security and Migration. You already know: only rely on reliable sources.

For those who have not yet submitted their application, be clear: the deadlines are strict. Once the regularization window closes, you will not be able to access it until the next call. If you have doubts about your case, the best thing to do is to consult with an immigrant support organization—such as CEPAIM or ACCEM—that offer free advice. And hurry up, because time is running.

The record of 900,000 applications highlights the magnitude of the migratory phenomenon in Spain. But also the need to improve legal channels so that people do not have to wait years to regularize their status. For now, we must wait and follow the indicated steps. You have been warned.

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