These initial days have proceeded without major crowds or rushes on the ground floor of the town hall, where the necessary documents for starting the process have been issued and questions about it have been resolved.
This Monday alone, 70 people came to submit their applications without problems or long queues. It should be noted that the TDIC (Torrent Citizen Service Office) service is available for any procedure with the local administration. Additionally, the Dona'm la mà association, based in the city, offers support to migrant individuals to obtain documentation, especially the vulnerability certificate issued by municipal social services.
This certificate is required if the criteria of having worked or being actively seeking employment (registered with Labora), or having minors in their care and living with them, or with adults over 18 with disabilities or with parents, are not met.
The process is proceeding normally, despite the opposition from Vox, the local government partner of the PP, to the mass regularization of immigrants. This party presented a motion in the February plenary session, arguing that it is not a humanitarian measure but a political decision that jeopardizes coexistence and resources.
“"It is not a humanitarian measure; it is a deliberate political decision that puts coexistence, security, and the resources of Spaniards at risk. We will not be accomplices in the dismantling of our Welfare State."
This regularization is primarily aimed at individuals who can prove they have been living in Spain since before December 31, 2025, and have remained in the territory for at least five continuous months. Furthermore, it is essential to have no criminal record.
However, in the Xirivella City Council, also governed by PP and Vox, the mayor has voiced her concern about the process, pointing out that the social services and education departments are "overwhelmed" and that the regularization was carried out without consulting local councils.
“"It's not about being against anyone. It's about doing things properly. They are regularized, but the necessary funding is not provided to guarantee quality services for all citizens."
The Partido Popular advocates for orderly immigration with planning and resources, and therefore supports the Consell's appeal against this measure, as municipalities cannot assume improvised decisions without the necessary means.
