The Spanish citizenship oath is a formal and solemn act before a Notary Public in which a foreigner who has obtained the Spanish citizenship declares their commitment and loyalty to the King and obedience to the Constitution and the Spanish laws. This requirement is essential to complete the process of obtaining Spanish citizenship.
It is required once the favourable resolution granting Spanish nationality has been received.
It can be taken at either the Notary or the Civil Registry corresponding to the applicant's address.
The deadline is 180 days (6 months) from notification of the favourable resolution.
Yes, the oath of citizenship is strictly personal and cannot be performed through a representative or via videoconference.
Yes, the significance and effects are the same, whether an "oath" or a "promise" is taken. The difference is a matter of protocol, since the oath is taken with God as a witness, while the promise is a solemn act based on a personal commitment.
It depends on whether there is a dual citizenship agreement between Spain and your country of origin. Nationals of Ibero-American countries, Andorra, the Philippines, Equatorial Guinea, Portugal, France, and Sephardim originally from Spain do not need to renounce it. Other foreigners who acquire Spanish citizenship must renounce their original nationality.
The resolution granting it may be voided, requiring the process to be started again.
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