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Will any immigration lawyer be a good choice? Is the first Google result the right decision? As you will see in this article, no. There is much more you should consider. Choosing your immigration lawyer carefully may be more important than you think, especially if you...

Would you like to get a work permit that allows you to work in any European Union country? Well, now you can thanks to the EU blue card. And in this article we will explain everything you need to know about this residence authorization and how to get it step by step...

Many of our clients ask us the same. How can I bring a family member or friend to Spain so she can visit the country for a certain period of time? The answer is simple, and how to do it quite easy: an invitation letter for a visa. What is it all about? And how do you...

Perhaps it is something that gets unnoticed until the necessity kicks in. But we are talking about a crucial aspect of your life in Spain. Getting health insurance in the Spanish territory as an expat can create doubts for many. But in this guide we will solve them...

You may have heard or read about the legal process required to get a residence permit in Spain for non-EU citizens. And perhaps you got a bit scared. Nonetheless, you shouldn't. Because if you are a European Union citizen, you have it completely easy to start living...

For sure, one of the main pillars of your life is money. How you handle that part is crucial. In that sense, moving and starting your new life in Spain poses some really important question. How to open a bank account in the country? Should I really open one or can I...

Many individuals planning to move to Spain have heard that they need to “empadronarse”. But, what exactly is that? Which purpose does it serve? In this article, we will cover all the related information regarding this process. What is it all about, when should you do...

We could start by highlighting everything that Spain has to offer. But let's avoid the typical "sun, perfect weather, great food,..." statement. We all know that. So now that you are already convinced about how amazing Spain is, let's dive deep into what's important....

If you are a non-EU citizen who is planning to study or conduct research in Spain, then you will need a student visa. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about the residence authorization for foreign students in the country. From the main...

There is no denying the fact that Spain is the perfect country for starting your new life. Many expats choosing it as their new destination year after year is the perfect proof. One of the first things to sort out when living in a country is working: you need to find...

Many non-European Union citizens are in the same situation. They come to Spain in order to study. They start their degree, masters or P.hD, and after a few years in the country, they realize that they would like to stay in for the long run. Therefore, after finishing...

Let's say that you have been living in Spain for one or two years. Maybe you got your student visa, or maybe you obtained a regular residence permit. But, seeing how much you enjoy living in the country, you would like to extend the duration of your permit for the...

Do you have a relative who is a Spanish national? Is your partner or spouse a European Union citizen? Then, you can get your right to live and work in Spain really easily. All you have to do is to apply for the procedure called family member of an EU citizen. And it's...

There is no denying that it is one of the best places to live in. With more than 8000 km of beaches, Spain is one of the preferred destinations both for tourists worldwide and for those wishing to start a new life in a new country. And that translates into many expats...

There's no denying that Brexit is creating tons of doubts for everyone. But that is true especially for UK expats living in Spain. What will happen to them? How will the residency be after Brexit? Will they still be able to work in the country? In this article we will...

Whenever you enter into Spain, being to start your new life or to do any kind of economic/bureaucratic activity, there is something essential you will need. You will need to be identified in the country as a foreigner. And, for that, an NIE number is required. Why?...

Would you like to start living in Spain in order to work in the country? Then this guide is for you. Why? Because we are going to cover everything you need to know regarding the Spanish work permit. Types of working visas, legal application procedure, requirements and...

Let's say that you are working for a multinational company that has headquarters all over the world. You are working on the Asian division, offices located in Japan. But the company has decided to transfer you to Spain in order to start working for a while at the...

No matter if you hold a residence permit or Spanish nationality, we have some good news. You can now bring your relatives to Spain and get them a residence and work permit. And you can do it easily! In this article we will explain everything you need to know so you...

Do you have a job offer in Spain in a highly qualified position? Do you have a qualified degree at a prestigious university and would like to work in Spain? Then the highly skilled professional visa is your work permit. But, how to start? Which are the required...

Spain (and especially Barcelona), has become one of the greatest European hubs for worldwide entrepreneurs to start their projects. Great international talent, the availability of all the resources you may need and perfect weather conditions makes the Spanish...

No one would deny the fact that Spain is one of the preferred destinations for expats worldwide. Life in the country is, among other things, delightful. Nevertheless, in order to start living the "Spanish dream", you need to have your legal status in place. And then...

If you would like to become a Spanish citizen and get the passport in the country, keep reading. In this article we will solve all your doubts about Spanish citizenship. We will go over the 4 options you have to obtain it, documents and requirements for each, and...

Sephardic Jews, descendants of those expelled from the Spanish territory in 1942, have it really easy to get the Spanish passport nowadays. Are you considering applying for the Sephardic Nationality in Spain? If yes, you will have many doubts. What should you...

Have you been illegally in Spain for three years and would you like to regularise your situation in order to get the residency? Then, by means of the procedure of social roots or arraigo social you have it very easy. In this article we will talk about everything you...

Here you will find a complete guide about one of the most requested and easy-to-get visas: the non-lucrative residence visa. If you are planning to move to Spain and not working in the country (at least for the first year), or to retire in the country, this will be...

Students residence permit in Spain

No matter what you do in Spain, you will need an NIE number. The thing is that, for many legal procedures like buying a property or opening a bank account, you don't need to be a resident in the country. That is when you will get a non-resident NIE. And in this...

If you have been living in Spain illegally for more than a year and you would like to obtain the residency so you can work in the country... this procedure will be of your interest. Because now you have it very easy to get your temporary residence permit under the...

There are several ways to obtain the Spanish passport. Depending on your concrete situation (nationality, years lived in Spain, etc.), some of them will be more advisable than others. But there is a special situation that we must take into consideration. If you are...