Spain Living Articles

15 Billion Reasons Not to Live in Spain

Thinking of living the dream and moving to a stunning sun-kissed Spanish idyll? Well, think again, the nation’s bankrupt and fleecing its citizens for more tax!

Published on Thursday, September 17th, 2009

Retiring to Spain and Living for Less

We show you how you can escape the gloom of bankrupt Britain and escape to sunny Spain and live for less in retirement under the Spanish sunshine

Published on Thursday, August 06th, 2009

How to Beat Rising Expat Unemployment in Spain

As expat unemployment rates in Spain are reported to be rising we give you the low down on how to beat unemployment and afford to live in Spain

Published on Friday, February 13th, 2009

Planning on Where to Live in Spain

Why a research visit to get to know Spain is essential for anyone wanting to live in Spain and make a success of their new life

Published on Monday, November 10th, 2008

Living in Spain and Going Native in Alicante

Going Native in Alicante explores the lesser known aspects of this region of Spain for would be expats who want to know everything about Alicante

Published on Thursday, October 30th, 2008

Why Living in Spain is Still so Appealing

Taking a look at what still makes Spain so appealing to us Britons and examining the reasons you might like to consider living in Spain

Published on Monday, October 27th, 2008

10 Tips for Retiring to Spain Successfully

Ten top tips to help would-be retirees relocate to live in Spain in retirement

Published on Friday, October 17th, 2008

Those Living in Spain Facing Similar Economic Turmoil

Spain’s economy may be struggling significantly but the Spanish government is actually doing all it can to help those living in Spain

Published on Monday, October 06th, 2008

Activities to Keep You Busy When You Retire to Spain

Ideas of many activities to enjoy once you’ve retired to live in Spain and you want to explore the nation and meet new friends

Published on Thursday, September 18th, 2008

It’s Official: For Quality of Life Move to Spain

Spain is the best place to live in Europe for quality of life reasons and Britain comes next to last!

Published on Friday, July 18th, 2008

Moving to Marbella More Affordable

Why it’s now more affordable – and perhaps more sensible to consider buying a property in Spain and moving to Marbella

Published on Thursday, July 03rd, 2008

Healthcare Woes for Those Living in Spain

These are worrying times for those living in Spain as the government considers removing their right to free healthcare

Published on Monday, June 30th, 2008

UK Pensions and Tax When Living in Spain

Examining the way different types of pension income are treated for taxation for expats living the dream in Spain

Published on Wednesday, April 30th, 2008

Moving to Spain?  Your Residency and NIE Questions Answered

If you’re moving to live in Spain you need to find out about residency cards and national insurance numbers

Published on Sunday, April 27th, 2008

Spain The Expat Survival Guide

A new book by expat author Yolanda Solo shows expats how to survive a move to live in Spain

Published on Wednesday, April 16th, 2008

Guide to Living in Seville in Spain

A guide to living in the Andalusian city of Seville focusing on employment, social life, language and housing

Published on Saturday, April 12th, 2008

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Living in Madrid

Spain's capital Madrid has many expatriates and excellent employment options but what's it like as a location to call home?

Published on Saturday, March 29th, 2008

Essential Facts About Living in Barcelona

What's there to enjoy in Barcelona, what're the job prospects like, why should an expatriate live in Spain's Barcelona?

Published on Friday, March 28th, 2008

Cost Of Living In Spain Still Beats UK!

Despite inflationary pressures the cost of living in Spain still remains lower than in the UK, especially for the wise shopper

Published on Friday, March 14th, 2008

Getting Help When Living in Spain

How newly arrived expats can get help when living in Spain with all aspects of life and red tape

Published on Wednesday, January 09th, 2008

Living in the Canary Islands in Spain

Taking a look at the five most popular Canary Islands for those who want to live in Spain and have the best weather.

Published on Monday, November 26th, 2007

Living in Spain and Setting up Home

What to take, what to leave – an expat's guide to packing up and moving to live in Spain

Published on Wednesday, October 24th, 2007

Living in Spain’s Barcelona with Children

How to help your children settle into a new life living in Spain in the city of Barcelona

Published on Wednesday, October 03rd, 2007

Living in Spain Advice for Parents

Critical, sensible and practical advice for parents of school age children considering going to live in Spain

Published on Sunday, September 16th, 2007

Residency Requirements for Living in Spain

Taking a look at the new residency requirements for Brits and EU citizens wanting to live in Spain

Published on Monday, September 03rd, 2007

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Moving to Spain - What You Need to Know

Eight top tips for those contemplating moving to live in Spain

Published on Thursday, August 02nd, 2007

Sorting Out Personal Finances When Living in Spain

Helping expatriates to get a grip on their financial affairs when moving to live in Spain

Published on Wednesday, July 04th, 2007

Moving to Spain and Getting a Mortgage

Don’t put off your move to Spain because of affordability constraints, consider getting a Spanish mortgage

Published on Thursday, May 03rd, 2007

Successful Business for Sale in Alicante Spain

Learn about a unique business for sale in Alicante in Spain that returns its current owners 200,000 euros a year

Published on Tuesday, April 03rd, 2007

Critical Advice for All Those Retiring to Spain

Essential financial advice relating to pensions, tax and currency conversion for anyone considering relocating in retirement to live in Spain

Published on Sunday, April 01st, 2007

The Secret to Living and Retiring Happily in Spain

While living in Spain is a commonly shared dream, making the dream a successful reality requires planning and tenacity

Published on Friday, March 02nd, 2007

Inheritance Tax for Expats Living in Spain

If you’re retiring to Spain or have a property in Spain you need to understand the expat inheritance tax rules

Published on Tuesday, February 27th, 2007

Easy Living in Marbella in Spain

Marbella in Andalusia Southern Spain is a dream destination and we showcase what life is really like living in Marbella

Published on Monday, February 12th, 2007

Jobs in Spain: Costa Blanca

Realities of working life on the Costa Blanca in Spain for expats and those planning their new life in Spain

Published on Thursday, November 16th, 2006

Living in Spain: Seville

Seville in Andalucia is one of the most thrilling cities in Spain and it is certainly the jewel of the Andalucia region.

Published on Tuesday, April 25th, 2006

Moving to Spain with Children

If you’re thinking of moving to Spain with children how can you ensure that the move is a successful one and that your children adapt to your new dream life in the sun as well as you do? This article covers some advice for would be expatriate parents considering starting a new family life in Spain.

Published on Monday, April 03rd, 2006

The Cost of Living in Spain

Generally speaking the cost of living in Spain remains affordable whether you’re considering retiring or living and working in Spain.

Published on Tuesday, March 28th, 2006

English Banks in Spain

In terms of banking in Spain there are many institutions - not just the British banks - who can offer all the services an expatriate requires.

Published on Wednesday, January 11th, 2006

Work in Spain

If you're considering making a new life abroad and would like to find work in Spain this article offers you an overview of the Spanish employment market and how to go about securing yourself a job in Spain.

Published on Wednesday, November 16th, 2005

Private Health Insurance Spain

It is possible to purchase private health insurance in Spain which may well cover all additional expenses not covered by the state health system and even help you get to the front of the queue for essential medical treatment.

Published on Tuesday, November 08th, 2005

Health Care in Spain

For citizens of the UK and other EU member states the Spanish state health care scheme INSALUD is free or subsidised depending on the type of health care required. Certain requirements and restrictions apply and this article covers how to qualify for the best health care in Spain including how to get into INSALUD and what exactly is covered by the state scheme.

Published on Tuesday, October 25th, 2005

Spanish Courses in Barcelona

If you're thinking of moving to Spain or you're an expatriate already living in Spain one of the best things that you and your family can do to speed up the settling in process is to learn Spanish. You can take Spanish courses before you go of course but there is nothing better than actually learning to speak the language of a country when you're living in it and are surrounded by local people all conversing in it, and one of the best places in Spain for Spanish courses is Barcelona.

Published on Monday, July 25th, 2005

Lawyers in Costa Blanca

The Costa Blanca region of Spain is among the most popular for expatriate buyers seeking a holiday getaway, a retirement home in the sun or an investment property opportunity. If you're thinking of venturing into the property market don't make a move until you've secured the services of reputable and experienced lawyers in Costa Blanca.

Published on Saturday, July 23rd, 2005

Living in Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona, the majestic capital of Catalonian Spain, has become one of the most desirable addresses to live in Europe; with a vast wealth of culture and history and its reputation as one of Spain's most cultured cities, we take a closer look at the lifestyle on offer in the city of Barcelona.

Published on Monday, July 04th, 2005

Retire to Spain and Enjoy an Active Lifestyle

Spain is one of the most popular destinations for retirees, particularly those who herald from Northern Europe and the UK...in fact, according to statistics from Spain's Instituto Nacional de Estadistica there are already over 160,000 UK nationals living in Spain, many of whom have chosen to retire there.

Published on Monday, April 18th, 2005

Living in Costa Almeria Spain

As more and more of the Spanish Costa's property prices go beyond people's reach it's time to adventure into new lesser visited places. One Spanish Costa that still provides good value for money is Andalucia's most eastern province of Almeria. We take a closer look at this relatively new Spanish living expatriate destination.

Published on Wednesday, March 30th, 2005

Living in Northern Spain

Northern Spain is becomingly increasingly popular with those seeking an unspoilt Spain and you'll find an increasingly large number of expatriates living in Northern Spain and totally adapting to the Spanish or Basque way of life.

Published on Sunday, February 20th, 2005

Spanish Estate Law and Inheritance Tax in Spain

If you're thinking of buying a property in Spain or moving to live in Spain permanently you need to consider the Spanish inheritance laws and taxes and how they will affect your estate and your future heirs.

Published on Tuesday, February 15th, 2005

Cheap Flights to Spain? - The Spanish Travel Guide

Spain has to be one of the easiest and most affordable popular destinations in terms of accessibility from the UK. This guide breaks down the main travel options by region.

Published on Wednesday, February 09th, 2005

10 Things to Experience When Living in Spain

For those of you who are lucky enough to have made the move to Spain and who are establishing new lives there, this article provides you with 10 slightly 'different' ideas of things to do and see now that you're living in Spain full time.

Published on Tuesday, February 01st, 2005

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