Have you applied for Spanish citizenship recently and are awaiting a response, or are you considering applying this year? Find out how long it might take to get an answer in 2026.
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Updated: Fri 8 May 2026 08:42 CET
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It could take years for your Spanish citizenship to be processed. Photo: Natallia / Pexels
Have you applied for Spanish citizenship recently and are awaiting a response, or are you considering applying this year? Find out how long it might take to get an answer in 2026.
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