Временная защита в Испании: почему нужно переходить сейчас

Переезд в Испанию с юристом Еленой Капраловой

Переезд в Испанию с юристом Еленой Капраловой

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Several months have passed since the publication of Instruction SEM 2/2026, and now we see how the new rules are working in practice: applications are being accepted, cases are being reviewed, and positive decisions are already being issued.

In this video, I discuss why it's RIGHT NOW to switch from temporary protection to a regular Spanish residence permit, the requirements for the modification, how it differs from permanent residency, and what's important to consider regarding children and periods of absence from Spain.

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 — Introduction
00:19 — What changes were made in SEM 2/2026
00:56 — Why you need to switch now
05:08 — Basic requirements for modification
07:15 — What practice shows
07:59 — A special note about sailors
08:45 — Permanent residence after temporary protection
10:04 — Periods of absence from Spain and permanent residence
12:40 — Does modification prevent you from obtaining permanent residence?
13:13 — National permanent residence and EU permanent residence
14:50 — Residence permit for children
16:44 — What should adult children do?
17:10 — Final recommendations

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📯 Elena Kapralova — Master of Spanish Immigration Law, Administrative Lawyer 🇪🇸

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