Last Change:

08/11/2025

Order No. PRE/237/2002 issuing general instructions regarding the visa reference number in matters relating to foreigners

Original names of the law: Orden No. pre/237/2002 de 2002, por la que se dictan instrucciones generales relativas al número de enlace de visado en materia de extranjeros

Year: 2002

Type: Domestic law

Rights Category: Nationality, Integration & Public Affairs, Documentation

Link to external source: https://www.refworld.org/legal/decreees/natlegbod/2002/es/38183?prevDestination=search&prevPath=/search?order=desc&sm_country_name%5B%5D=Spain&sm_document_source_name%5B%5D=National+Legislative+Bodies+%2F+National+Authorities&sort=score&page=2&result=result-38183-en
Description

This order establishes general instructions defines guidelines to standardize the visa process, ensuring that all visas issued to foreigners in Spain carry a consistent format for identification and tracking purposes. This measure aims to facilitate the processing and administration of visas in compliance with Spain’s immigration control framework, enhancing the management of entry and residence for non-citizens.