Articles and guides about living in and moving to Spain

Retirement Planning for British Expats in Spain

Retirement Planning for British Expats in Spain

While Brexit has scuppered many British peoples' retirement plans, Spain still presents wonderful opportunities for retirement and smart financial planning can ensure an expat's retirement is ...

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Spanish Visas: A guide to the different visas in Spain and how to apply

Spanish Visas: A guide to the different visas in Spain and how to apply

An overview of the main visa options for non-EU citizens considering a move to Spain, plus the key criteria to meet to obtain each visa type.

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How to get a visa in Spain: The application process, documents and common mistakes

How to get a visa in Spain: The application process, documents and common mistakes

A practical guide explaining how to get a visa in Spain, including how the application process works, the documents typically required and common mistakes. We also investigate when DIY applications ...

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Moving to Barcelona: What Expats Need to Know

Moving to Barcelona: What Expats Need to Know

Thinking about moving Barcelona? This guide for expats covers housing, healthcare and schools as well as tips to help you settle in with less stress.

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Taxes in Spain: An explanation of Spanish taxes for expats and foreign nationals

Taxes in Spain: An explanation of Spanish taxes for expats and foreign nationals

This guide explains how taxes in Spain work for expats and foreign nationals, including Spanish tax residency, income tax, tax on savings and investments, pensions, capital gains tax, wealth tax and ...

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Spanish Investment Bonds explained

Spanish Investment Bonds explained

In this article, we take an in-depth look at how expats can correctly analyse and manage their tax efficiency when considering Spanish investment bonds, to adjust for a current or upcoming Spanish ...

Spanish income tax (IRPF): state and regional rates, deductions and exemptions explained for foreign nationals

Spanish income tax (IRPF): state and regional rates, deductions and exemptions explained for foreign nationals

A detailed explanation of Spanish income tax written for people living in or moving to Spain, including how IRPF is calculated, state and regional tax rates, what income is taxable, personal minimums ...

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Spanish Digital Nomad Visa: Checking eligibility, application process and avoiding common mistakes

Spanish Digital Nomad Visa: Checking eligibility, application process and avoiding common mistakes

The Spanish Digital Nomad Visa allows many remote workers, freelancers and business owners to live in Spain while continuing to work for employers or clients outside the country. This guide explains ...

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Taxes in Spain: How British expats are taxed on UK based income when living in Spain

Taxes in Spain: How British expats are taxed on UK based income when living in Spain

If you live in Spain but still earn income or hold assets in the UK, understanding which country taxes what can be complicated. This in-depth article explains how Spain treats UK salaries, pensions, ...

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Non-lucrative visa in Spain: Qualifying criteria, who it's designed for and how to apply

Non-lucrative visa in Spain: Qualifying criteria, who it's designed for and how to apply

Spain's non-lucrative visa allows non-EU citizens to live in Spain without working locally if they can demonstrate sufficient financial resources. Often used by retirees and financially independent ...

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Spanish Wealth Tax explained for foreign nationals and expats in Spain

Spanish Wealth Tax explained for foreign nationals and expats in Spain

In this guide, we’ll give you an overview of how to figure out if Spanish wealth tax applies to you, and the advice to seek if it does.

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Buying residential property in Spain

Buying residential property in Spain

This guide explains how buying residential property in Spain works for British people moving from the UK. It covers the legal process, regional price differences, taxes and ongoing obligations, ...

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How to choose where to live in Spain

How to choose where to live in Spain

This guide helps British people moving to Spain decide where to live by comparing regions, cities and islands. It explores lifestyle, climate, cost of living, healthcare, employment and integration ...

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Understanding and adapting to Spanish culture for British people moving to Spain

Understanding and adapting to Spanish culture for British people moving to Spain

This article explores Spanish culture through the lens of British people moving to Spain. It examines regional identity, social norms, communication styles and political sensitivities and explains ...

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A guide to Spanish healthcare for British nationals moving to Spain

A guide to Spanish healthcare for British nationals moving to Spain

This guide explains how Spanish healthcare works for British people moving to Spain. It covers access to public healthcare, when private health insurance is required, how registration works, and the ...

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