General Context: The Government of Spain has approved an extraordinary regularisation process to integrate thousands of foreign nationals, thereby strengthening the Social Security system and guaranteeing fundamental rights under Royal Decree 316/2026 . 1. Eligibility Requirements Previous Residence: Must have entered Spain before January 1, 2026 . Continuous Stay: Must prove a minimum uninterrupted stay of 5 months prior to submitting the application. Civic Conduct: Must have no criminal record in Spain or in previous countries of residence. 2. Process and Benefits Application Period: Applications are accepted from April 16 to June 30, 2026 . Immediate Work Permit: A provisional work authorization is granted upon the admission of the application for processing. Permit Validity: Residence and work authorization for 1 year (renewable) for adults. Path to Citizenship: Residence time for Spanish nationality starts counting from the mom...