What Is Spousal or Partner Reunification?
A person who holds legal residency in Spain (reagrupante) can ask the Spanish government to bring their legal spouse or officially registered partner (pareja de hecho registrada) from Iran to Spain. This path requires proof of sufficient income, suitable housing, and health insurance.
Requirements for the Resident (Reagrupante)
- At least one year of legal residency in Spain
- A residency permit renewable for at least one more year
- Sufficient income according to the IPREM scale (details below)
- Suitable housing, confirmed by an idoneidad de vivienda (housing suitability) report
- Valid health insurance for yourself and your spouse after arrival
Required Income Table (IPREM)
The required income is calculated as a percentage of the IPREM (public multi-purpose income indicator):
| Situation | Percentage of IPREM |
|---|---|
| Family unit of up to 4 people (resident + spouse) | Around 150% of IPREM |
| Each additional family member | +50% of IPREM per person |
The exact IPREM amount is set each year in Spain's General State Budget Law. Always check the current official figure before submitting your file.
Required Documents About the Spouse and the Relationship
- Marriage certificate or official registered partnership certificate (pareja de hecho)
- Valid passport of the spouse or partner
- Criminal record certificate for the spouse from Iran
Iran is not a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. The Iranian marriage certificate must first be legalized (legalizado) in Iran and then at the consular section of the Spanish Embassy in Tehran, rather than simply receiving an apostille stamp. It must then be officially translated into Spanish. Read the full details on our consular document legalization page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many years of residency are needed to apply for spousal reunification?
The resident must have at least one year of legal residency, and their residency permit must be renewable for one more year.
How much income is required to bring a spouse?
Around 150% of the IPREM for a family unit of up to four people, plus an additional 50% of the IPREM for each extra member.
Does an Iranian marriage certificate need an apostille?
No, it must go through the full consular legalization process and then be officially translated into Spanish.
Can an unregistered partner also apply through this path?
This path is for legal spouses or officially registered partners. Unregistered couples must first officially register their relationship.