How did the paperwork go for you?

Nine quick questions, about a minute. Your answers show us which steps are hardest, and for whom, so we can fix those first.

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Which country is your passport from?

What did you come to Madrid for?Erasmus or another exchangeA full bachelor's degreeA master's degreeA PhDA language courseSomething else

When did you arrive?This academic yearLast academic yearEarlier than thatI haven't arrived yet

Where are you with your paperwork?I haven't startedI'm in the middle of itI've finished

What was hardest?

Choose up to 3.

Getting my visa or permission to stayGetting an appointment (cita previa)The TIE card: fingerprints and collecting itThe EU registration certificateRegistering my address (padrón)Opening a bank accountHealth insurance, or seeing a doctorFinding housing, or problems with a contractTranslations, apostilles and certificates from homeNot knowing which steps applied to meDoing it all in SpanishRenewing or extending my stayNothing was hard

How long did it all take, from your first step to your last?Less than a month1 to 3 months3 to 6 monthsMore than 6 monthsI don't know yet

Did you pay anyone to help with the paperwork?

For example an agency, a lawyer or an appointment service. Don't count official fees.

NoYes, less than €50Yes, €50 to €150Yes, more than €150It was part of a fee I paid my university or programme

What would have helped you most?A clear list of steps for my situationReminders before each deadlineSomeone to check my documentsSomeone to book appointments or come with meHelp in my own languageNothing, it was fine

Overall, how hard was the paperwork?Very easyEasyOKHardVery hard

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