How many days outside of Spain (with residency card)?

[chippo]

Hi all,

I have Spanish Residency as a Family Member of an EEA National and I am about to go apply for my spanish citizenship. I have 2 questions:

1. What are the maximum amount of days I can be out of spain on my residence card?
2. Is there a problem if I have been studying outside of spain with my residence card?

Thanks

[sum1]

Normally six months in a year. Study as an important reason allows a single absence of up to one year. But check if the Spanish have transposed this correctly. The residence requirements for Spanish citizenship may follow different criteria.