Moving to a new country is pretty daunting. The wrong decision can be costly and have long term consequences for you and other family members. However, making the right decisions from the outset opens a new world of experiences and adventures. Don’t leave...
You may be surprised to hear that renting property in Spain can be extremely tricky. Not only is there an over demand for good rental properties, rent prices are increasing and owners, particularly Spanish owners, are becoming more and more demanding. ...
In this post we are going to show you how to book your NIE appointment online. Please note that these instructions can also be followed to book your residency application online. Step 1: Enter the official portal for booking your NIE appointment online. Enter using...
Opening a Spanish bank account is one of the tasks that should be at the top of your To-Do List when planning your move to Spain. Please note that despite what you might read in some articles online, it is not necessary to have an NIE number nor...
Are you looking for property to rent in Malaga and the Costa del Sol? Are you frustrated by the number of incorrectly advertised properties? How many properties that you have seen advertised for rent are actually available? I kid you not, best...
Spain is infamous for its bureaucracy and never-ending paperwork trail. Many hours of your life can be wasted standing in queues in government buildings, and that is if you have the correct documents. Have the incorrect documents and change “hours” for “days”!...
Making the decision whether to rent or buy property in Malaga and the Costa del Sol requires time, research and expert guidance. In a previous article, To Rent or Buy in Malaga, published five years ago, I wrote: Statement 1: The decision whether it is better...
If you are living in the Alicante province and need to apply for your NIE number as an EU citizen, you will need to apply at your nearest Foreigners’ Officer (oficina de extranjeros). In most cases, you can apply in person but it is much easier to...
Investing in the economy of a country to gain permanent residency has become a route for many savvy entrepreneurs who wish to gain access to markets that were often closed to them, based on nationality. Non-EU citizens were unable to settle in countries such as...
Living an ideal lifestyle in Spain is many people’s dream. Is it yours? In reality, if you have to work in Spain, this may not always allow you to have all the time to do everything you love to do. Having a job that allows you to enjoy what this wonderful country...
