Tasa 790 code 012: the police fee form

What it is

• Modelo 790 code 012 is the National Police fee form for foreigner procedures handled at police stations, such as the TIE and the NIE.[1]
• It is different from the 790 code 052, which is for residence permits handled by the immigration office (Extranjería).[2]

Who needs it

• Anyone applying for a TIE, an NIE, an EU registration certificate or an EU family residence card.[1]
• Each person needs their own form; family members each make one.[1]

Where and how long

• Fill it in on the official National Police website and print it.[1]
• Pay it at a collaborating bank (entidad colaboradora) and keep the copy stamped by the bank.[1]
• Bring it to your police appointment.[1]

How it works

1. Open the official 790-012 form.[1]
2. Choose the procedure that matches the document you are requesting (for a first TIE, the initial issue item).[1]
3. Fill in your details exactly as in your passport and print the form.[1]
4. Pay at a collaborating bank and get the bank’s confirmation.[1]
5. Take the stamped form to your appointment.[1]

Documents to prepare

• Printed Modelo 790 code 012 form[1]
• Bank payment confirmation (stamp or receipt)[1]

Titles only. The final list is the one given by the office handling your case.

3 common mistakes

1. 1. Confusing 790-012 with 790-052790-012 is for police procedures (TIE, NIE); 790-052 is for residence permits at the immigration office.[1][2]
2. 2. Choosing the wrong procedure itemIf the item doesn’t match the document you are requesting, you may have to pay again.[1]
3. 3. Correcting the printed form by handDon’t fix the printed form with a pen; if something is wrong, make a new one.[1]

Official sources

1. Policía Nacional — Tasa modelo 790, código 012
2. Administraciones Públicas — Tasa modelo 790, código 052

This is a general overview, not legal advice. Rules can change; always check the official source and the office handling your case.