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Everything you need to know about labor arraigo in this post! Discover the most important requirements you will have to meet, the documents that are required, and the legal application process explained step by step. In addition, we analyze the latest instruction of...

A residence authorization that is easy to obtain with simple requirements. A residency that allows you to live and work legally in the country for 1 year, with the possibility of renewal. We are talking about arraigo familiar in Spain, and in this article you will...

You meet all the requirements. You have prepared all the necessary documentation. After gathering everything, you submit your application for Spanish nationality. Now the only thing that is left to do is to wait. But for how long? Enough time for your file to...

If you are a foreigner living in Spain, this really interests you. Because it is highly likely that you need to file your income tax return, and in this article you will learn exactly how. We will analyze how the process works, how much exactly you need to pay, all...

Would you like to find out the status of your Spanish nationality application? Would you like to know if you have finally been granted citizenship? Then keep on reading! In this article you will learn about the platform created by the Ministry of Justice that allows...

After nearly a year of waiting for this update, the European Union has finally decided to open its borders to foreign tourists. This includes the 27 member countries, plus, obviously, Spain. In this post you will find all the details about this new measure, how...

If you want to benefit from a quick and easy application process to get your residence permit in Spain, keep on reading. In this post you are about to discover the 6 different ways to enter Spain as a tourist and get residency, as well as the 2 most important...

If you have to leave Spain for a certain period of time but you are not going to have your residence card with you because it is still being processed or you are waiting for a duplicate or renewal, then keep on reading. Because you will have to apply for a return...

If your residency card or NIE has been lost or stolen, keep on reading. In this article you are about to discover, through 3 simple steps, how to request a duplicate of your TIE as quickly as possible. You will find how many days this procedure takes exactly, what...

Many foreigners who want to stay in Spain for the long run make the same mistake. They associate the ability to legally work in the country with the need to obtain a work permit. This, without a doubt, generates many problems, since in the vast majority of cases it...

There are many benefits associated with it. Not only makes things easier and faster, but it can also on an emotional level. Having dual citizenship in Spain is something may foreigners seek, and in this article you will learn everything about it. We are going to see a...

Any document coming from abroad and to be used in Spain for an official application must be legalized. That is, verifying that it comes from an official institution and hence provide it with legal validity. Depending on your country of origin, this process will be...

Many foreigners have doubts about how the international protection process for refugees works. They do not know where the initiate the procedure, how long does it take, or what rights they will have once they get it. In this article you will discover everything you...

Good news! What many of us have been waiting for has finally become a reality. The 2021citizenship shock plan has already started, and in this article you will find all the details. Would you like to know if your nationality application will benefit from this...

The start of a new year always implies changes and updates when it comes to immigration and nationality regulations. That is why in this article you will find a summary of the most important ones for 2021. Keep on reading, as it is very likely that some of these...

Have you acquired a professional qualification in your home country and would like to validate or homologate it in Spain? Whether you are a doctor, lawyer, architect or if you want to work in any other regulated profession in Spain (as well as if you want to know how...

Are you living in Spain with your long-term card and the time to renew is around the corner? In this article you will find all the answers you need. We will analyze how the process to extend your residence in the country for 5 more years work so you can understand...

Have you obtained a positive resolution after your residence permit application but you still haven't been able to get your residency card because there are no appointments? Don't worry! From now on, the resolution itself is enough to carry out any legal procedure in...

If you are a foreigner thinking about starting to live in the Spanish territory, the school your children will go to is one of the factors you should first take into account when making your decision. Understanding how the educational system works in Spain will be...

Perhaps there is no other country in the world so ideal for foreigners. Climate, food, landscape, people, work-life conditions, living costs... Anything that can come to mind is basically perfect for your new life abroad. And in this article we will demonstrate why....

Planning to move to Spain? Then there are a couple of things you should really bear in mind if you want to avoid spending extra. A different country with different rules, so learning all the useful tips and strategies that have helped thousands of expats worldwide is...

After reading this article you are going to learn all the necessary requirements to enter Spain as a tourist and obtain the family member of an EU or Spanish citizen card. We will analyze which are the most common paths and how you can benefit from them, as well as...

Expired or lost NIE? Then you need to renew it. Nevertheless, you may have many doubts about this process: how does it work exactly, where to do it, etc. But you are about to solve them all. In this complete guide, you will learn everything you need to know to renew...

Things have changed. Working is not how it used to be. We are now a global nation. And that has created a new way of living, a new lifestyle based on zero boundaries. The internet and more flexible work conditions have enabled to create a generation of digital nomads,...

Would you like to travel and bring your pet to Spain from abroad? In this article we will show you how. We will go over the main immigration laws for animals, as well as all the requirements you will need to meet to bring it and enter the country without any trouble....

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...

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...

Do you need private health insurance to live in Spain? Which are the main requirements your insurance must meet in order to be valid for residency? In this article we will solve those doubts and more. We will go over everything you need to know about expat health...

Would you like to know how to move to Spain as a European Union citizen with your family? Then keep reading, because in this article we are going to teach you how. We are going to highly the process to get the EU registry certificate and everything you need to know...

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....

Are you planning to study in Spain? Then here you will learn everything you need to know. We will go over the whole process of getting a student visa in the Spanish territory. We will clearly define all the cases in which you need one and those in which it is not...

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...

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 starting the legal process of getting their residence permit in...

The transitional period has ended. From January the1st of 2021, UK citizens in Spain are already regarded as non-EU nationals for immigration procedures too. And this implies very important changes in order to obtain their residence permit. However, they still have...

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...

Many foreigners from all around the world choose Spain as their new base of operations from where they will grow their new project or startup. And, in fact, there is enough reason for that. The main cities of the country have become some of the most important European...

Experiencing the wonderful life that Spain offers expats worldwide requires just one thing: getting the residency and becoming a legal individual in the country. And then is when some doubts arise, especially when considering the length of your adventure in the...

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...

Find out everything you need to know arraigo social in Spain. The regularization process that will allow you to obtain residency after three years of continuous residence within the Spanish territory under an irregular status. In this article, we will solve all your...

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...