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When to file your Spanish tax return in 2025: All the dates and what's new this yearBarring a few exceptions, anyone working in Spain during the 2024 fiscal year will need to file a return from April It’s time to dust off that folder full of invoices and expenses and dig out the calculator as the annual Income Tax Return season.. 24/03/2025

3 property legality traps and how to avoid themThese are three common ways buyers are tricked into thinking a property is legal when it is not by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer The problem for buyers in Spain, especially foreign buyers, is that there.. 18/03/2025

The importance of experience in health insuranceWhen choosing a health insurer in Spain, it’s important to go with someone who has proven experience Experience allows us to learn and to clearly define the way forward. It is a quality of great value and importance in a health insurance company.. 11/03/2025

Spain's plan to introduce a new job seeker visa for foreigners to live and work after studyingTake out the stress of navigating Spain's new Job Seeker Visa Starting in May 2025, significant amendments to the Foreign Nationals Regulation will take effect in Spain, officially bringing in a new job seeker visa. This visa will grant.. 10/03/2025

Why and how to get an FNMT digital signature in SpainHaving a ‘certificado digital’ can be useful for everything from signing contracts and buying a house to voting as an expat in Spain by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer Last week, the group of.. 24/02/2025

Digital certificate in Spain: What it is used for, why you need it and how to get oneLearn more about Spanish digital certificates for completing official residency, tax and government forms online You may have heard of a ‘digital certificate’ or ‘certificado digital’ in Spain, and perhaps even been asked to present..

Do you want to live in Spain? ASSSA is the perfect medical insurance for Visas and Residence Permits If you need private health insurance to obtain a Spanish residence permit or visa (Spanish Non-Lucrative Visa, Golden Visa or Nomad Visa), it is important to consider whether the company meets all the requirements, caters to your needs and helps.. 09/12/2024

Community of owners in Spain: The job and function of the president of the community of neighboursThis article details the roles of the president, and the means by which one becomes the head of the community of neighbours The job of the president of the Community of Owners, or ‘Comunidad de Propietarios’, is an.. 02/12/2024

Get your house in order before the end of the year: Create a Spanish will with HeniamWhy wait for New Year’s resolutions? Secure your legacy in Spain today with a legally binding will As the year draws to a close, many of us are thinking about our New Year's resolutions and how we can improve our lives in 2025. But have.. 11/11/2024

Community of owners: Ways you can get out of paying your community fees in SpainThere are several situations in which a person may be released from their obligation to pay community fees in their Spanish comunidad In the management of buildings and neighbourhood communities, community expenses play a fundamental role in maintaining.. 07/10/2024

Non-lucrative residence visa for Spain: A complete guideHow to retire to Spain and live there permanently with a valid visa If you’re considering moving to Spain and don’t plan to work, the Non-Lucrative Residence Visa (NLV) might be the perfect option for you. This visa allows foreigners to.. 04/10/2024

Understanding Spain's Digital Nomad Visa and how to get oneWorking remotely from Spain is a great opportunity to make your dreams of living in the sun a reality The Digital Nomad Visa is a great opportunity for foreigners who wish to live in Spain while working remotely. This visa caters to those employed.. 23/09/2024

Community of owners in Spain: Rules for using a shared terraceThese are the dos and don’ts for using a shared community terrace area in your Spanish community One of the major doubts people have when it comes to using the common areas of their building or community is what they are and aren’t allowed.. 12/09/2024

How to obtain a Spanish NIE numberThis identity number for foreigners living in Spain is needed for all legal and official procedures Negotiating the bureaucratic system in Spain can be a bit of a minefield for new arrivals, but expats will have to secure certain documentation in order..

Accessibility in Spanish communities of owners: Legal right or ex-gratia concession?In Spain, there’s solid legal protection for those requiring work to be done to make their homes and communities more accessible An extensive study compiled in the last few years showed that, of the almost 10 million residential buildings.. 02/07/2024

What happens if you die without a will in Spain?Here’s what happens to the money if someone dies and doesn’t have a will for Spanish assets Dying without a will can lead to significant complications, especially in a foreign country like Spain, where inheritance laws may differ considerably..

What happens if you die abroad?Your funeral and repatriation from abroad costs may be covered by your insurance or not When a loved one dies abroad, it can be an incredibly distressing and complicated experience. Dealing with local authorities, repatriation and funeral arrangements..

The advantages of choosing a funeral plan over funeral insurance in SpainDiscover how pre-planning your final wishes with Compare Funerals Spain can offer peace of mind and practical benefits When considering ways to prepare for the inevitable, two common options are funeral plans and funeral insurance. Both aim to help.. 30/05/2024

Free advice on Spanish wills alongside pre-paid funeral plans with Compare Funerals SpainProtect your legacy with Compare Funerals Spain's comprehensive funeral plans and will service To ensure that your final farewell is taken care of without leaving a financial burden for your loved ones, look no further than Compare Funerals Spain.. 12/03/2024

Digital signature in Spain: Why do I need a digital certificate and how do I get one?Paperwork and admin in Spain can be made much easier with the help of an electronic signature, which you can obtain online In Spain, digital signatures have become much more commonplace and used across the board in various administrative bodies. They are..
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