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Moving to Spain – Relocating

So, you are moving to Spain!

Whether you are emigrating, taking a short term assignment or joining family in Spain we have put together the information you will need to make your move a smooth one.

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Top Five Things You Need To Know When Moving To Spain

With its incredible natural scenery, energetic yet historic cities and vibrant culture and architecture, Spain may just be an expat’s dream country for an international move. Whether you’re teaching English on a gap year or relocating with your company, Spain is a wonderful country for newly minted expats or seasoned international travelers. Here to make…

What Are Brits Most Concerned About When Relocating To Spain?

You have to think very carefully when buying any property but, when you’re looking to move abroad, there are even more variables you need to consider. If you’re thinking about relocating to Spain but have some concerns, Alexander Fordham from Property Guides is here to let you know that you’re not alone. And, he’ll hopefully…

How To Achieve A Great Move Abroad

Katia Vlachos, born of Greek parents in Cameroon, has lived as an expat in Paris, LA, the Netherlands, Vienna and Zurich and so is well placed to write on living the expat life. At the London book launch of her new book, A Great Move, she outlined her top seven tips for a successful expatriate…

Moving Abroad Checklist

In this comprehensive and useful guide we cover the issues you will need to consider and list the actions needed to arrange a successful move.

Moving To Spain: Where To Start?

Moving to Spain can be daunting. It is a beautiful country: warm, friendly and fun to live in. We know the pros – the good weather, the friendly people and the lovely houses. However, there are a lot of factors to take into account when you are ready to move. Here are a few for…

Sell, Store Or Ship When Moving Abroad?

There are many questions when you are moving abroad and for many there is no right answer. One of these will be whether to take things with you or buy or rent when you get there. The answer is, of course, it all depends… The first point is how long you are going to be…

Shipping A Vehicle Abroad

There are many decisions to take when you move abroad and one of these will be whether to sell or store your car and buy in your new country or take your car with you. Although shipping a vehicle is not as expensive as it once was there are many factors to consider. Make sure…

Getting Connected In Spain

How to get telephone and internet connections in Spain Movistar (formerly known as Telefonica) is the main national provider of telephone services in Spain. Other providers can offer telephone and internet services, but they will be delivered through lines provided by Movistar as they are the only company authorised to install landlines in Spain. There…

Getting A Mobile Phone In Spain

Getting a mobile phone can be the best way to start getting connected when you first arrive in Spain as you will need a contact number when you apply for a telephone landline. If you are moving within the EU you can now use your calling plan anywhere in the EU, but there are benefits…

Getting A Social Security Number In Spain

Anyone who works or studies in Spain is required to have a social security number. This number (número de afiliación de la seguridad social) gives you access to the social security services and healthcare in Spain. Social security is generally paid for by the employer. Once you have been entered into the system the number…