Thinking about moving to Spain? Here you will find articles dedicated to all things related to moving to Spain! Whether you're considering a new adventure or looking for information to help ease your relocation process, we have you covered with the latest news and practical information. You can also read our guides about buying a property, or renting a property, and also read our complete Moving to Spain guide.
The challenge of moving to a new country, or even a new city, is how to make new friends and connections. Here are some of the best ways to meet people in Spain.
There are two months left to file Spain’s annual tax return, so where do new arrivals stand regarding this? Are they already tax residents? What if they didn’t work in Spain last year and only arrived in 2026?
If you're a non-resident in Spain, there are certain services and rights you will have access to and others that you won't. Read on if you're on the fence about whether you should become a Spanish resident or remain a non-resident.
The NLV is one of the most popular residency options for non-EU citizens wanting to live in Spain, but how long does the application process take before you can move here (in theory and in practice)?
Is it possible to register with two different town halls in Spain or can you live in one place and be registered in another? Here's what you need to know about having a padrón in two places.
Got your NIEs and TIEs all in a muddle? Not sure if you are paying IVA or IRPF? In this handy guide, The Local spells out some of the key terms you'll need while living in Spain.
If you're a non-EU national who wants to move to Spain, you're probably trying to decide which visa to apply for. The Digital Nomad Visa and the Non-Lucrative Visa are two of the most common, but which one has lower financial requirements and less paperwork?
If you're considering a move to Spain this year, you'll want to know how much your monthly living costs will be, especially if you're thinking of relocating to a big city like Barcelona or Madrid. Here's what the data says.
If you're a non-EU national hoping to move to Spain and think the non-lucrative visa may be a good option, here are 7 handy articles for you to read before you decide, from the pros and cons to the differences between it and the digital nomad visa.
Whether it be education, health or overall happiness, this little-known autonomous community of Spain consistently ranks as the region with the best quality of life in the entire country.
Digital nomads in Spain tend to be between 25 and 34 years old and earn an average of €5,863 gross per month, according to new data. What else is there to know about the typical international remote worker living temporarily in Spain?
If you’re a retiree and are thinking of moving to Spain, besides visas, your main concern will be how to get your pension payments in Spain so you can afford to live here comfortably.
As the name suggests, Spain's non-lucrative visa or NLV doesn't allow you to work, but that doesn't necessarily mean you're not liable to pay taxes here.
Spain's capital has emerged as a coveted global luxury housing destination as Latin American and US investors fuel a real estate boom, seduced by competitive prices and high living standards.
Being born in Spain gives you the life-long right to apply for Spanish nationality after a year of residency, but if you’re a foreigner who left Spain as a child or later, do you also have the automatic right to move back to the country?
For US nationals planning a move to Spain, picking the Spanish city, town or region that's most suited to them is hard. So where can Americans find the Spanish Seattle, the Castilian New Orleans or the Iberian Hawaii?
Who has to pay the real estate agent commission (usually equivalent to one month's rent) in Spain: the landlord or the new tenant? And are there exceptions to the rules or underhand tricks agents use to get tenants to cough up more money?
Moving to Spain is a dream for many US nationals who have fallen in love with 'España' and out of love with their own country, but which Spanish residency visa should Americans opt for depending on their circumstances?
One of the ways landlords in Spain can be convinced that you'll be a trustworthy tenant who pays their rent every month is to provide a guarantor ('avalista') as extra assurance. Here is the process to do it officially and the paperwork you'll need.
Spain has become one of the most sought-after destinations for US nationals looking to work remotely since the introduction of the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa in 2023. Now a new survey reveals the main factors drawing American digital nomads here.
Language, renting, red tape - there are many things you should factor in before and during your move to Spain. These tips from a relocation expert should help you land on your feet.
Interested in moving to Spain with the help of the Non-Lucrative Visa? The Local Spain spoke to a Spanish immigration lawyer about how consulates are now asking for more documentary proof from applicants, making the process considerably harder.
