Filling out fee 790-012 requires entering the National Police electronic headquarters, selecting the exact procedure and completing your details as on your passport. The fee 790-012, popularly known as the “fingerprint fee”, is paid before the appointment for the fingerprinting.
Brief summary:
- It is generated exclusively in the electronic headquarters of the National Police, never on white paper.
- The amount varies depending on the procedure: initial TIE, renewal, Community certificate or return authorization.
- It must be printed out in several copies, paid for at a collaborating bank, and the receipt must be presented before the fingerprint appointment.
Information noteThis article is for informational purposes only and does not mean that Cohen & Aguirre is performing or managing the process described here. If you need advice regarding your case, you can consult our services or contact us directly.
Who is this checklist for? Profile and situation
This checklist is intended for foreigners who already have a favorable resolution or a pending fingerprinting appointment. Therefore, if you are waiting for your TIE, renewal, or community certificate, this is your time.
Likewise, it is useful for those who need a return authorization while their case is still pending. In any case, the goal is the same: complete the 790 form code 012 without errors.
- Individuals with approved residency resolution who are waiting for a fingerprint appointment.
- Community citizens who request their registration certificate.
- Applicants for a return authorization with an ongoing file.
- Foreigners who renew a TIE that is nearing expiration.
Because of this, before proceeding, it is advisable to be clear about exactly which procedure you are going to follow. A mistake in this choice directly affects the amount and the validity of the document.
Furthermore, this checklist makes sense because generic responses are not enough. Each immigration office and each type of resolution requires a different box within the same form. Therefore, a general search engine or assistant will hardly be able to match your specific case without knowing your resolution.
Before filling out fee 790-012: what you need to be clear about
First of all, you need your NIE or passport number, your current address and the exact name of the procedure that was indicated in your resolution or appointment.
Have it ready before you start: NIE or valid passport · registered address · exact name of the procedure (according to your resolution) · province where you will have your fingerprints taken.
On the other hand, if you still don't have a NIE because you are going to apply for it for the first time, check the specific instructions from your immigration office. In that case, the form accepts the passport number as a provisional identification.
In addition, it is worth noting that the rates 790 012 and 790 026 (nationality) are separate documents. Nevertheless, many applicants confuse them and pay for the wrong model.
If you have doubts about which procedure applies to your specific immigration situation, it is advisable to resolve them before generating the document. Our team of foreign advisory services Check your record and it will confirm exactly which box you need to tick to avoid erroneous payments.
The official checklist to fill out fee 790-012
Below is the verified checklist on the official website of the National Police to complete and download fee 790-012 without any problems.
The 8 steps at the electronic headquarters
- Access the electronic headquarters. Enter the official portal of the National Police, section Foreigners Fees.
- Select the exact procedure. Check the box that matches your resolution (initial TIE, renewal, Community Certificate, return authorization).
- Enter your identity. NIE number or passport, name and surname, exactly as they appear in your documentation.
- Indicate your address and province. It must match your municipal registration and the province of your appointment.
- Check the generated amount. The system automatically calculates the amount according to the marked procedure.
- Generates and downloads fee 790-012 in PDF format. Check that the barcode is clearly visible before closing the session.
- Print three copies. One for the administration, one for the bank and one for you.
- Pay at a collaborating bank. Do it with margin before your fingerprint appointment.
This sequence comes directly from the Electronic Headquarters of the National Police, official source of the Ministry of the Interior for the generation of the model 790 code 012.
Official source and estimated time
As for the time, the entire online process should not take more than ten minutes if you have the data prepared in advance. However, the exact amount does not appear published in a fixed table: the system calculates it itself when you mark your transaction, as the amounts are updated periodically.
Therefore, avoid relying on figures you see in generic blogs and always trust the amount shown by the official website when generating the document.
How to use each item on the checklist: details that make the difference
Each section of the form serves a specific purpose. Therefore, an incorrect entry in any of them can invalidate the entire payment.
| Form section | What data to enter | The detail that makes the difference |
| Identification | NIE or passport, name and surname | No punctuation marks or typographical errors in the official document |
| Address | Current registered address | It must match your current passport certificate |
| Self-assessment | Accurate procedure (TIE, renewal, certificate) | Select the box that is literally in your resolution |
| Location and date | Province of fingerprint collection | The system usually sets the current date automatically. |
| Import | It is calculated only | Do not modify it manually even if you think it is incorrect |
Similarly, if your situation stems from a long-term subscription or renewal, the fee changes compared to an initial card. Therefore, always check the box corresponding to your specific case before generating the PDF.
If you want to understand exactly what document you are going to process with this fee first, here is some related content about it. differences between the NIE and the TIE, This will help you identify your situation with precision.
Checklist before paying fee 790-012
Before you go to the bank, compare each data with this reproducible template. This is the final check before completing the process of filling in fee 790-012.
| Form date | It must coincide with | Risk if it fails |
| Name and surname | Passport or NIE | Rejection at the police station on the day of the appointment |
| Address | Certificate of registration | Administrative record in your file |
| Marked transaction | Resolution or citation received | Invalid payment for your management |
| Amount paid | Amount generated by the system | The bank may reject the entry |
| Date of generation | Less than 90 days old | The document loses its validity |
Fill in this mental table each time you create a new document. Consequently, you will reduce the probability of an avoidable rejection to zero.
Most common errors when completing the 790 model code 012
AttentionThese are the errors that we most frequently detect in real cases of our clients.
- Confusing fee 790-012 with fee 790-026 for nationality.
- To mark a procedure different from that listed in the resolution received.
- Using an address that does not match the current municipal registry.
- Allowing more than 90 days between the generation and the payment of the document.
- Presenting a single copy instead of the three required.
- Paying the wrong amount by checking the wrong box.
Therefore, dedicating five minutes to review the previous template avoids weeks of delay in your case file. After all, this administrative procedure, although simple, is crucial for your legal situation.
Would you prefer for a specialist to review your case before generating the document? Schedule your online foreign affairs advisory and avoid mistakes that delay your fingerprint appointment.
Frequently asked questions about fee 790-012
Can I pay fee 790-012 using a bank card without physically going to the bank?
It depends on the entity. Some banks allow electronic payment using the barcode in the PDF, but not all offer this option for administrative fees.
What happens if I make a mistake with the procedure when generating the form?
You must generate and pay for a new document with the correct procedure. The fee paid in error cannot be corrected or transferred to another category.
Does the same rate of 790,012 apply to two different appointments?
No. Each justification corresponds to a single procedure and a single person. Reusing it for another appointment results in automatic rejection.
Can I delegate the payment of my fee 790-012 to another person at the bank?
Yes, anyone can pay it on your behalf as long as they present the document generated with your full details.
How long does the receipt, already sealed by the bank, remain valid?
The sealed receipt does not expire on its own, but must be presented within the timeframe indicated by your foreign office for the specific procedure.
Your number 790 012, ready for the fingerprint appointment
Ultimately, filling out fee 790-012 correctly depends on three factors: choosing the exact procedure, verifying each data against your documentation, and paying with sufficient margin. The checklist and template in this guide cover the points where most applicants make mistakes.
Once fee 790-012 is paid and your fingerprints are taken, check the latest TIE batch by police station in Madrid to know when to collect your card.
Finally, a well-filled document today avoids weeks of delay in your foreign affairs file tomorrow. If your situation is complex or you have already had a previous incident with this fee, our team can review your case before you try again.
Do you have any doubts about which exact procedure corresponds to your resolution?
Contact our legal team and be sure that you are filling out the correct 790 form code 012 from the first attempt.
Legal Team of Cohen and Aguirre. Specialists in Foreign Law and International Mobility with More than 10 years experience in resolving complex cases.
