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Can I get a visa to extend my holiday in Spain for more than 90 days at a timeSocial media is giving misleading information and creating confusion;a non-lucrative visa is not a mechanism by which a holiday can be extended past 90 days No: Under post-Brexit travel rules British expats cannot spend more than 90 days at a time.. 31/05/2021

Visas and Residency in Spain post Brexit The basics of moving to Spain in a post Brexit world: visas and residency It is highly advisable to seek professional help if planning to relocate to Spain and apply for a visa: Click here for qualified professionals offering this type of service.. 31/05/2021

Brits living in Spain for more than 15 years to be given right to vote in UK electionsBritons living in Spain for more than 15 years will be able to vote in local and general elections in the UK  and municipal elections in Spain Three million British citizens living overseas - including Spain - will be given the right to vote.. 28/05/2021

British driving licence exchange for residents in Spain extended six monthsThe deadline of June 30 has been extended until December 31, 2021. The UK Embassy has given an update with good news for motorists who registered to exchange their UK driving licence for a European driving license with the DGT before 30 December.. 27/05/2021

Heniam & Associates La Manga Club for paperwork, administrative and home care services in the Murcia region Costa CálidaIt can sometimes seem that living in Spain involves an endless and frustrating battle with legal and administrative paperwork. On many occasions those who try to help only make matters worse by providing a de-personalized service which pays little or no attention..

On May 11 speed limits will change on urban roads across Spain Be aware, although some signage has been replaced, in most cases there will be no visual indication that the speed limits have been reduced On Tuesday May 11 changes to the speed limits in urban areas will come into force, six months after Spain.. 05/05/2021

Mare Nostrum legal firm and property management services in the Region of Murcia and the province of AlicanteOver 20 years providing reliable and efficient multi-lingual services in the Costa Blanca and the Costa Cálida For over twenty years the team of legal professionals at the Mare Nostrum legal and property management firm have been providing a wide range..

Sources of information and possible help for anyone unemployed in Spain A brief guide to obtaining benefits and help should you need them Needing to work to make a living in a foreign country means navigating your way through unfamiliar bureaucracy in a different language. Knowing the basics of how the system works.. 22/04/2021

Basic information for British nationals considering moving to Spain in 2021 There is help available from official sources to help you make your move The UK Government basic information webpage will answer the majority of questions and direct you to the correct information produced by the Spanish Government It's.. 16/12/2020

How to make a Will in SpainIf you have assets in Spain it is essential to make a Will In our own household the impending departure of the UK from the EU has prompted a full revision of all documentation relating to our own residence in Spain, and a general process to "tidy.. 25/02/2020

Why some Spanish bank accounts are being blockedAccounts are not being blocked because of anything to do with Brexit; account holders must re-affirm their identity every 2 years regardless of nationality Recently some readers have been expressing concerns over their Spanish bank accounts being.. 04/02/2020

Changing UK driving licences to Spanish as Brexit loomsThose who are resident in Spain MUST change their licences "You will have until 31 December (2020) to exchange your UK licence for a Spanish one under the current rules. But don't leave it til the last minute - book an appointment on dgt.. 17/01/2020

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral in Spain continues to rise and most Spanish families take out some kind of funeral plan to cover..

Applying for new or replacement passports as a British national living in Spain Changes to the system for Spanish-based expats came into effect on 13th May 2013 Changes to the procedures for obtaining new or replacement passports. British nationals living here in Spain should be aware that the procedures for applying for new or..

Europe Direct Information Centres in Spain These European Commission Centres exist to help EU citizens find practical information and advice on exercising their rights in the European Union Today, Viviane Reding, Vice-President of the European Commission presented the next phase of development.. 18/03/2013

Be informed, property tax is calculated on the book value of property, not mid crisis prices The taxman does not understand the concept of bargain homes This is a very interesting aspect of the economic crisis and the decline in house price values, which is leaving bargain buyers with a nasty shock. The sale price of a home is one thing.. 26/02/2013

Uninsured Brits face massive medical bills if things go wrong in Spain Over-55s risk huge medical bills by failing to take out comprehensive holiday insurance The British Embassy have issued a statement asking all of those who have friends or family visiting to make sure they take out adequate travel insurance before.. 13/02/2013

Spanish gas scams: the facts Gas inspectors, is this a scam?  A local reader asked us to verify if the company who charged her elderly mother 140 euros for changing the gas fittings on her cooker and boiler was legitimate or  if she had been ripped off by unscrupulous.. 12/12/2012

Your queries: What is the difference between fiscal and civil residency? What constitutes a Spanish resident, and should I pay my taxes here or in the UK? Many expats who own property here divide their time between the UK and Spain. During the boom years in Spain, there was very little genuine concern over how many expats.. 20/11/2012