How it works for children
A parent or legal guardian signs the forms for a minor, and children generally come along to the appointment. Bring the child's passport, a birth certificate showing who the parents are and, for non-EU families, the child's visa or authorisation.
Ask whether the birth certificate needs an apostille and a sworn translation: that is usually where the time goes.
Planning tips
- Gather every passport and birth certificate before booking anything
- Decide the order: padrón, then registration or cards, then school
- Ask whether the office can see family members in the same visit
- Keep one folder per person, because copies multiply fast
How we help
We draw up a plan for the whole household, prepare each form and fee slip and look for appointments that line up, so the logistics fit around the school run rather than the other way round.
Here in Valencia
Families settling in Campanar, Benimaclet or the towns around Valencia, from Paterna to Alboraya, deal with Calle de Bailén for EU registration and NIE numbers and with the Comisaría de Patraix for the cards of non-EU members. With children's documents it pays to check twice before the day, and we do that with you.
Quick questions
Does a baby need a NIE?
Yes, if the child is part of the family's registration or residence file: the number is personal at any age.
Can one parent sign for the child?
Usually, yes, but some offices ask for the other parent's consent. Bring a signed authorisation and a copy of their ID, just in case.
What do schools ask for?
Proof of address and the child's documents. The padrón certificate is usually the key one, which is why we suggest registering early.