The EU Citizen Registration Certificate is the official green paper document required for EU students who intend to reside in Spain for more than 90 days.
The most important thing is that, when you apply for this certificate, you are automatically assigned a NIE (Foreigner Identification Number), which is your unique personal code required to:
Information on how to apply here.
The TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) is the physical document that certifies the legal residence in Spain of non-EU nationals. Unlike the green certificate issued to EU citizens, this is a plastic card containing your photograph and fingerprints, as well as your NIE (Foreigner Identification Number).
Compliance with these deadlines is vital in order to avoid an irregular situation:
Information on how to apply here
If you have any queries about the process, we can help you:
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Being registered with your local city council means enrolling on the Municipal Register of Residents. Basically, it is telling the local city council that you already live in the city and it is useful for carrying out various administrative procedures.
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Osakidetza is the public healthcare service in the Basque Country, which you can access if you live in a municipality in the Basque Country. o apply for your Individual Health Card (TIS), you can go to the nearest health centre to your home address.
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Some services require a bank account. You will need to prove your residence in Spain with a valid NIE (Foreigner Identity Number), TIE (Foreigner Identity Card) or DNI (National Identity Document), and a Spanish mobile phone number.
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You will need a Spanish mobile phone number to complete various administrative procedures, as well as for contact with the police, Osakidetza, or for personal arrangements.
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- Emergencies (General): 112 (includes fire service, ambulance/medical emergencies and Ertzaintza – Basque Police)
- Local Police: 092
- National Police: 091
The central location of the Bilbao campus allows you to choose how to get to the University. If you prefer to walk, there are several bridges connecting the University with Bilbao city centre. The University has several car parks both on campus and in Plaza Euskadi, located around 5 minutes from the University. You can also use the metro or tram, as there are stops just a few minutes from the campus.
The University has its own car park and motorbikes parking areas, making it easier to park on campus.
You can also use the bus, as there is a major bus stop near the University, or the train, whose station is connected to a large number of cities.
The Language Centre offers a wide range of annual, quarterly and intensive courses in languages such as Basque, English, Spanish, French and Chinese. It also acts as an official examination centre for language certification and provides translation services.
Deusto Campus promotes activities related to personal growth and spirituality, social action and development cooperation, care for the environment, the arts and creativity, physical activity and sports.
The University Guidance Service (SOU) offers a range of resources to help you make the most of your time at university. They will also help you to adapt to the academic environment and to any challenges that may arise in your day-to-day university life.
The Diversity Unit serves as a space for guidance, support, information, and advice on the higher education rights of students with educational needs and LGBTI+ students
The library is much more than just a place to study; it is a resource centre designed to support your academic success. Its modern facilities include everything from group study rooms and quiet study areas to access to a vast digital catalogue, laptop loans and specialist research support.
Deusto Psych, the Unit for Research, Development and Innovation in Psychology and Health, offers psychological assistance or support to the University of Deusto Community and to society at large, with the aim of improving the psychological well-being of those who wish to access it.
Your university community: don’t wait until graduation to join our network. From the moment you arrive, Deusto Alumni connects you to a global community of professionals. You will have access to networking events, mentoring programmes, and a network of contacts that will support you throughout your academic and professional journey.
Your bridge to the region: Bizkaia Talent, a partner organisation of Deusto, is your ally for integrating into Bizkaia’s ecosystem. It will help you understand the local labour market and offers welcome services to ensure a successful transition to professional life in the region after your studies.
They supported me from Colombia, and I have felt very well accompanied and warmly welcomed by everyone.
Bizkaia attracts talent to competitive jobs to grow and establish itself as a benchmark.
Te orientamos, acompañamos y formamos para afrontar tu salida al mercado laboral y encontrar un empleo.