You have a great opportunity to obtain your residence permit due to DANA if you live in any of the municipalities affected by the DANA event that occurred between October 28 and November 4, 2024.
Who can apply for the residence permit due to DANA?
This process is aimed at foreigners who were residing or working in the affected areas. If you do not have documentation, you can apply for a residence permit under exceptional unforeseen circumstances.
Benefits of regularization
By obtaining your residence permit due to DANA, you will be able to access assistance from the State and the Valencian Community, which can provide significant financial support. In addition, your immediate family members can also benefit.
Are you a family member of a DANA victim?
If you are the spouse, minor child, or adult child with a disability of a DANA victim, you can apply for a 5-year residence authorization, including the right to work both as an employee and self-employed.
Types of permits available
- Residence Permit for Exceptional Unforeseen Circumstances
If you were registered in the census (empadronado) or applied for registration before November 4, 2024, in an affected area, you can apply for this permit.
Requirements:
- No criminal record in Spain or your country of origin.
- Not represent a threat to public security.
- Not be subject to a ban from entering Spain.
Advantages:
- Valid for 1 year.
- Allows work as both an employee and self-employed.
- Permit for Family Members of DANA Victims
Family members of DANA fatalities can obtain a 5-year residence authorization with full labor rights.
Who can apply:
- Spouse, registered partner, or proven stable partner.
- Minor children of the applicant or their partner.
- Adult children with disabilities requiring support.
Don’t miss this opportunity!
The deadline to apply for the residence permit due to DANA in Spain is May 14, 2025. Start your application as soon as possible to ensure you do not lose your right to regularization.
Need help with the process?
At Guillherme Cesar Immigration Lawyer, we specialize in immigration and guide you through every step of the process, either in person or online, to help you obtain your permit without complications. We also have firsthand knowledge of the particularities of the New Foreigners Regulation 2025. Contact us today and secure your future in Spain. We are here to help!
List of affected municipalities:
Alaquàs, Albal, Albalat de la Ribera, Alborache, Alcàsser, L’Alcúdia, Aldaia, Alfafar, Alfarb, Algemesí, Alginet, Alhaurín de la Torre, Almussafes, Alzira, Benetússer, Benifaió, Beniparrell, Bétera, Bugarra, Buñol, Calles, Camporrobles, Carlet, Catadau, Catarroja, Caudete de las Fuentes, Corbera, Quart de Poblet, Cullera, Chera, Cheste, Xirivella, Chiva, Dos Aguas, Favara, Fortaleny, Fuenterrobles, Gestalgar, Godelleta, Guadassuar, Letur, Llíria, Loriguilla (only urban core next to the A3), Llocnou de la Corona, Llaurí, Llombai, Macastre, Manises, Massanassa, Mira, Mislata, Montserrat, Montroi/Montroy, Paiporta, Paterna, Pedralba, Picanya, Picassent, Polinyà de Xúquer, Real, Requena, Riba-roja de Túria, Riola, Sedaví, Siete Aguas, Silla, Sinarcas, Sollana, Sot de Chera, Sueca, Tavernes de la Valldigna, Torrent, Turís, Utiel, Vilamarxant, Yátova, and Benicull de Xúquer, as well as the southern districts of Valencia: Faitanar, La Torre, Forn d’Alcedo, Castellar-Oliveral, Pinedo, El Saler, El Perellonet, and El Palmar.
Residence permit due to DANA
IF YOUR MUNICIPALITY IS NOT ON THE LIST BUT YOU WERE AFFECTED BY DANA, DON’T WORRY — YOU CAN STILL APPLY FOR YOUR RESIDENCE PERMIT, AND WE KNOW HOW!
If you reside in one of the areas affected by DANA between October 28 and November 4, 2024, you can apply for a residence permit due to DANA. This process facilitates the regularization of foreigners who lived or worked in these areas, allowing them to access state aid and work legally. There are 1-year permits for exceptional circumstances and 5-year permits for family members of victims. We can handle your application online or in person, ensuring a fast and error-free process. Contact us today and regularize your situation with the help of our expert lawyers.
