Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi
Question about Spain TIE
Is it possible to have multiple appointments for the Spain TIE (toma de huellas) at the same time as a backup in different provinces?
Answers
These are the answers of some Facebook group members:
”I believe you need to go to the province you reside in”
”I dont think you can register for more than one appointment.”
”I’ve had mine today, just to make you aware they would not see my husband at the same time, he has to go back tomorrow my Padron had expired (as it’s taken so long to get a TIE appointment) but he accepted it. I don’t think you can book more than one appointment but I may be wrong”
”The system doesn’t let you I’m afraid”
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“I’ve heard from others that trying to register for multiple appointments simultaneously is not allowed.”
Conclusion
In conclusion, according to Spainguru Facebook group members, booking multiple Spain TIE appointments simultaneously across different provinces or providers is likely not possible. Residents typically need to schedule appointments in their own province, and the system probably doesn’t allow for multiple appointments.
One member shared that their husband had to return for another appointment due to an expired Padron. While uncertainty remains, it seems that booking multiple appointments as a backup might not be feasible.
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