Spain · protección temporal
Temporary protection in Spain: where to apply in 2026?
Not every police station accepts temporary-protection applications. The official portal separately identifies CREADE centres and authorised Policía Nacional locations.
Short answer
Official CREADE centres operate for Madrid/Pozuelo, Málaga and Barcelona. Elsewhere, use the official Policía Nacional list or locator rather than a random station.
What to do step by step
- 1
Check temporary-protection eligibility.
- 2
Find a CREADE or authorised Policía Nacional office for your province.
- 3
Confirm the appointment process.
- 4
Prepare passport and family documents.
- 5
After protection, continue with TIE and other local steps relevant to your case.
Official sources
Checked: 2026-10-01