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...
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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...
New Arraigo for Studies in Spain: How it Works + Requirements
Since arraigo for studies (or arraigo para la formación in Spanish) has been included in the immigration regulation, it has now become much easier to obtain a work and residence permit in Spain if you are under an irregular status. The new arraigo by training...
Certificate of Resident or Non-Resident in Spain
The resident (or non-resident) certificate is the document that allows foreigners to justify and accredit (as well as verify) their residency periods in Spain, as well as the types of residence or stay they have had in Spain since they arrived in the country, and the...
How to Renew Your Non-Lucrative Visa in Spain
In this article, you'll discover everything you need to know to successfully renew your non-lucrative visa. We'll explore the complete list of requirements, how to effortlessly navigate through the renewal process step by step, when exactly you'll have to start it,...
How to Obtain Spanish Citizenship by Marriage
Many foreigners find love in Spain and decide to get married. That, without a doubt, generates many benefits, such as the ability to easily obtain residency. But is it really possible to obtain Spanish citizenship by marriage? Discover how (including the complete list...
Minimum Salary for the Highly Qualified Professional Visa
What is the minimum salary that a foreigner who wants to apply for a work permit as a highly qualified professional must earn in order to get her application accepted? As you may already know, one of the most important requirements to successfully apply for this work...
Model 151: Income Tax Declaration for Displaced Workers in Spain
Many foreigners in Spain benefit from the special tax regime applicable to displaced workers through form 149. Specifically, one of the main benefits of this regime is the possibility of filing their tax return under form 151, with the tax reduction we will see below....
Red Card in Spain for your Asylum Procedure
Everything you need to know about the red card (which will allow you to get asylum or international protection in Spain) in this article! Discover what exactly this document is, how and where you can obtain it, what is its duration, how renewals work, and how to work...