Is EX-18 the same as TIE?
No. EX-18 is the EU registration form and leads to a registration certificate, not a standard TIE.
EX-18 is used in EU citizen residence procedures in Spain. Evidence of means and health coverage is key depending on the specific case.
Entity: Ministerio de Inclusión, Seguridad Social y Migraciones
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Last internal verification: February 28, 2026
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España Extranjería (February 28, 2026). EX-18 form: EU citizen registration. https://www.espanaextranjeria.com/en/recursos/formulario-ex-18
No. EX-18 is the EU registration form and leads to a registration certificate, not a standard TIE.
Yes, in cases where automatic coverage does not apply through employment or public system eligibility.
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