what does a spanish nie number look like
NIE number The number itself is made up of an initial letter followed by seven digits followed by a verification letter. The initial letter is an X before July 2008 and a Y afterwards. It is issued by the National Police of Spain. The NIE, which in accordance with Article 101 of the Rules for foreigners in Spain, was approved by Royal Decree 2393/2004 on December 30, 2004, is required for the purchase or sale of real estate, vehicle and boats, or in order to work[2] or study.[3] There are many other transactions that require the parties involved to possess an NIE Number. In the Catalan self-determination referendum, 2014 foreigners were able to vote with their NIE number.[4]