Hi Team,

I am originally from the USA. I am living in Spain for last almost 7 years. My father has received the Spanish nationality and since I was dependent on him, I received the Tarjeta Communitaria (Regimen Communitario) con character Permanente.

Background: Originally I came to Spain when I was 17 years old. Before having Tarjeta Communitaria, I had Tarjeta Residencia Larga Duracion. I am 24 years Old now.

My question is - Does having this new card (Tarjeta Communitaria) gives me any benefit in terms of applying for the Spanish nationality? I know that in general, one has to wait 10 years before he or she can apply for the Spanish nationality. But in my case, since my father is Spanish now, and I have this new car, Does this make any difference? Or would I still have to wait for another 3 years before applying for the Spanish nationality?

Thanks for your help!
Alex