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Digital certificates

Today almost everything is done online. We help you get your digital certificate and use it without any hassle.

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What it involves

A digital certificate (certificado digital) is a file that identifies you online, as if it were your identity document, and lets you sign procedures without having to go anywhere. With it you can file taxes, check your details, receive electronic notifications or request appointments and documents from the public authorities. For a self-employed person it is almost essential.

Is this your case?

  • You have registered as self-employed and been told you need a digital certificate.
  • You tried to get it on your own and got stuck at some step.
  • Your certificate has expired or you have changed computer and it no longer works.
  • You receive electronic notifications and don't know how to open them.

How we help

We explain step by step how to apply for your digital certificate and which documents you need to prove your identity. We help you install it on your computer or phone, make a backup copy and use it on the authorities' online portals (sedes electrónicas). If you prefer, you can authorise us to file your procedures on your behalf, so you don't have to worry about the technical side. We can help you in Spanish, Arabic, Tamazight, French and English, at our offices in Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Málaga and Barcelona or online, wherever you are in Spain.

If you don't have a foreigner identification number yet, we start with the NIE; and if you have already received a notification, we review your Tax Agency requirements.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a digital certificate and Cl@ve?
Both are used to identify yourself online with the public authorities. The digital certificate is a file installed on your computer or phone that lets you sign documents; Cl@ve is an access system with a username and codes. Depending on the procedure, you will need one or the other.
What should I do if my digital certificate has expired?
It can normally be renewed before it expires; if it has already expired, you have to apply for a new one. In the meantime, an authorised person can file your procedures on your behalf. We help you with both.
Can I get a digital certificate if I am a foreign national?
In general, yes, with your NIE and a document proving your identity. We explain what you need to bring depending on your case and support you at every step.

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We speak Spanish, Arabic, Tamazight (Berber), French and English.