Definition
A TIE is Spain's physical foreigner identity card for non-EU residents. It serves as practical proof of lawful stay and normally contains the holder's biometrics, the type of residence authorisation, and the validity period. The TIE is distinct from the NIE because the NIE is the identification number, while the TIE is the card document issued after the residence process reaches the card stage.
Official name
Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero
Related terms
Biometrics
Fingerprints, photograph, and sometimes signature collected by immigration authorities to verify identity and issue a visa or residence card.
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NIE
Número de Identidad de Extranjero
西班牙的外国人身份证号码，用于移民、税务、银行、就业及许多日常行政事务。
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居留卡
证明一个人合法居留身份以及（如适用）工作权利的实体卡或许可证文件。
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