Migrants rush to apply under Spain's new mass legalization program
Summary
Spain has started a new program allowing migrants who lived in the country for at least five months without a criminal record to apply for a one-year renewable residence permit. The program aims to legalize hundreds of thousands of migrants by the end of June, supporting their right to work and pay taxes.Key Facts
- Spain launched a new amnesty program for migrants without legal status.
- Migrants must have lived in Spain for at least five months and have a clean criminal record to qualify.
- The residence permit lasts one year and can be renewed.
- Applications began in person and online in June, with a deadline at the end of the month.
- About 500,000 to 840,000 migrants may be eligible according to government and think tank estimates.
- Over 370 post offices, 60 social security offices, and some migration offices accept applications.
- Spain’s government says the program supports the economy by adding needed workers and taxpayers.
- Previous amnesty programs have been granted in Spain multiple times between 1986 and 2005.
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