Are you travelling to Spain to apply for your residence card? If you are, you need to be very careful. These days, if you enter from another Schengen country and they don't stamp your passport, your residence application will be rejected. In this post, we’ll talk in...
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The new Exit/Entry System (EES): how it changes travel in Europe
More and more countries are being equipped with it. The new Exit/Entry system in Europe is already a reality, and it is revolutionizing how travelers cross the Schengen Area borders. Entering Spain, Italy, France or any other of the member's countries will from now on...
Debt Recovery in Spain: How to Collect Unpaid Debt
If a supplier, customer, or tenant owes you money and you would like to know how to recover your debts... this article is for you. Below we analyze everything you need to know about the legal procedure that will allow you to claim any type of invoice or credit, known...
Golden Visas in Europe: Cheapest Options and Key Differences
If you have money to invest, don’t want to go through tedious paperwork, and would like to live and work in Europe, the Golden Visa Program may be one of the best options for you. There is no denying many foreigners find it a worthwhile goal, as obtaining a European...
Cost of Living in Spain: Is it Expensive?
Okay, so we have a clear goal: move to Spain. The next big thing to consider is: do we have the budget? While it is true that it is not the funnest thing to think about, the financial aspect when relocating (computing, estimating, budgeting) must be done. And that is...
Best Cities to Live in Spain for Expats
As the world moves towards globalization and digitalization, it has become easier to live and work in different countries. The world is smaller and the opportunities are endless! But which country is for you? Well if you’re looking for sunny climate, rich culture, and...
Golden Visa Taxes in Spain: What you must know
If so many foreigners choose it as their go-to obtain when obtaining Spanish residency, it is not only because of its fast application or simple requirements, it is also because of its tax advantages. In this article, we will explore in great detail which are the...
How to Avoid Taking the Spanish Citizenship Exams: Exam Exemption
Obtaining Spanish citizenship requires passing two important exams: the CCSE and the DELE A2. Two exams that allow the foreigner to demonstrate that she is sufficiently rooted in Spain to become a citizen. However, in certain cases, the foreigner/applicant has the...
Main Errors That Can Reject Your Spanish Citizenship Application
If you would like to get Spanish nationality without extra requests by the government and without having to resubmit your application from 0 since it has been rejected... this post is for you. Next, we will analyze the 7 most frequent errors or reasons that could...
How to Bring your Parents to Spain with You
Would you like to bring your foreign parents to Spain? Then keep reading. In this article you will find all the available options to get a residence permit for your ascendants and bring them with you to Spain. Discover the differences in terms of requirements and...
Taxes on Pensions in Spain
If there is one question we get frequently at our offices, that is about pensions and their associated taxes. But in this article, we solve them all. What's next is a complete guide regarding taxes on pensions in Spain. We will answer once and for all if you actually...
Main Reasons that Can Get Your Entry to Spain Rejected
It can be very expensive. You arrive in Spain after hours and hours of flying, thrilled about your upcoming adventure and with your trip fully prepared. The border police requests all the necessary documents and, as you have not read this article carefully, they do...
The Law of Democratic Memory Extended
Good news! On October the 5th, the Law of Democratic Memory was approved in the Spanish Senate, the last step before its final publication and entry into force; which will enable thousands of Spanish descendants to obtain citizenship in the country. In this article...
Immigration Offices in Barcelona
Do you need to carry out your immigration procedure but are not sure which is the immigration office you should attend to? Where are they located and how can I get there? And most importantly, how can I make an appointment? In this article you will find the complete...
Residency for Researchers in Spain
When a foreigner will start R+D+i (research and development) or similar project in Spain, the residency for research is the permit that the company or university must apply for in order to bring the non-EU citizen to the country. Although it is not one of the most...
Self-Employment Visa in Spain
Would you like to get your residence and self-employment permit or visa successfully and avoid any setbacks or even a rejection during your application? Then continue reading. In this article we will analyze all requirements in detail and we will explore some expert...
Administrative Silence for Your Immigration Application in Spain
If you have submitted or are about to submit your immigration application, this article is of real interest to you. Because you will have to face the possibility that the immigration office does not issue any response within the given deadline, and that will mean that...
How to get your Social Security Number in Spain
If you want to start working in Spain, benefit from the public healthcare system or receive unemployment benefits (as well as many other procedures), you will need to get your Social Security number. In this article, you will find out how to do it step by step, why...

















