What is the HQP/PAC TIE and who can renew it under Law 14/2013?

The HQP/PAC TIE is a residence and work permit for highly qualified professionals and intra-company transferees in Spain. It is issued under Law 14/2013 (Ley de Apoyo a los Emprendedores). Holders typically see 'Ley 14/2013', 'PAC', or 'movilidad internacional' on their TIE card.

How long does the HQP TIE renewal take in Spain?

The legal resolution deadline is 20 business days from submission. In practice, many applications are resolved within this window by silencio administrativo positivo (positive administrative silence) — meaning if there is no response within 20 business days, the application is considered approved by law.

Do I need a lawyer to renew my TIE under Law 14/2013?

No. The renewal process via the online Law 14/2013 portal can be completed without a lawyer. You need an electronic certificate (FNMT) or Cl@ve PIN to access the portal and submit documents. The process is straightforward if you have the right documents prepared.

How much does it cost to renew my TIE in Spain?

The renewal fee is €78.67 (Modelo 790, Código 038 — Law 14/2013 specific). Pay via your bank's online tax payment service ('Pago de tasas') or in person at a bank branch. A bank-validated receipt is required — direct AEAT card payment is sometimes rejected by UGE-CE.

¿Cómo renovar el TIE por Ley 14/2013?

La renovación se tramita online a través del portal expinterweb de la Ley 14/2013. Necesitas un certificado electrónico (FNMT) o Cl@ve, y solo 4 documentos: pasaporte completo, contrato de trabajo firmado, Formulario MIT (MOV-INT), y justificante de pago de la Tasa 790 Código 038 (€78,67). El plazo de resolución es de 20 días hábiles, transcurridos los cuales opera el silencio administrativo positivo.

How to Renew Your HQP/PAC TIE in Spain (Law 14/2013)

Is this guide for you?

This guide covers the Law 14/2013 renewal track — the route for highly qualified professionals (HQP) and intra-company transferees (PAC) in Spain. Check the front of your TIE card: if it mentions Ley 14/2013, PAC, HQP, or movilidad internacional, this is your path.

If your card doesn't mention any of these, you may be on a different track (e.g., NIE general residence, student visa). This guide does not cover those routes.

Overview of the process

Check your eligibility and dates. Your renewal window opens 60 days before your TIE expiry date.
Gather your 4 documents. Full passport copy (all pages), employment contract (signed by both parties), Formulario MIT application form, and Tasa receipt.
Pay the Tasa 790 (Código 038) — €78.67.Pay via your bank's online tax service or at a branch. Keep the bank-validated receipt to upload.
Submit online via the Law 14/2013 portal (expinterweb). You need an FNMT digital certificate or Cl@ve PIN.
Receive your acuse de recibo — the submission confirmation. This is your proof of application while it is being processed.
Wait for resolution. The 20-business-day silencio administrativo clock starts from the submission date. Most renewals are resolved within this window.
Book cita previa for fingerprints. Once you have a resolution (or silencio positivo confirmation), book at your local Comisaría de Policía Nacional to collect your new TIE card.

Use the step-by-step guide

Our Renewal Guide walks you through each of these steps in detail with links to the exact portals, form numbers, and document checklists.

The 20-business-day countdown

Once your application is submitted, UGE-CE (Unidad de Grandes Empresas y Colectivos Estratégicos) has 20 business daysto resolve it. If they don't, the application is considered approved by silencio administrativo positivo — a legal mechanism under Spanish administrative law.

You can track exactly where you are in the countdown using our Status Tracker. Enter your número de registro (from your acuse de recibo) and submission date to see how many business days have elapsed.

Common complications

Requerimiento: UGE-CE may request additional documents. You have 10 business days to respond, or the application may be archived. See our requerimiento guide.
Desistimiento: If you fail to respond to a requerimiento, UGE-CE can issue a desistimiento (withdrawal). You can still re-file, but your original submission date is lost.
Missing portal access: Without a valid FNMT certificate or Cl@ve PIN, you cannot access the portal. See our authentication guide.

Resumen del proceso en español (Ley 14/2013)

La renovación del TIE por la Ley 14/2013 (PAC / altamente cualificados) se tramita íntegramente online a través del portal expinterweb. Solo se necesitan 4 documentos: pasaporte completo, contrato de trabajo firmado por ambas partes, Formulario MIT (MOV-INT), y justificante del pago de la Tasa 790 Código 038 (importe €78,67). El plazo de resolución es de 20 días hábiles. Si no hay resolución en ese plazo, opera el silencio administrativo positivo y la solicitud se considera aprobada.

Not legal advice

This guide is for informational purposes only. For complex situations — such as a denied renewal, a desistimiento, or a requerimiento you are unsure how to respond to — consult a qualified immigration lawyer.