How much does it really cost to live in Spain in 2026? Beyond the numbers, we explore the retiree reality, working on Spanish salaries, hidden costs nobody mentions, and the transformation that happens when you stop counting euros and start living. Real budgets, real expat voices, honest warnings.
The different paths to Spanish citizenship: residency requirements, family ties, the 2022 Democratic Memory Law for descendants of exiles/Civil War victims, Sephardic heritage, and dual nationality rules. Updated for 2026.
How to obtain Spanish residency for EU/EEA citizens, their spouses, and non-EU family members: the registration certificate (certificado de registro) and EU-family member residence card explained. Note: Post-Brexit, UK citizens now require separate visa arrangements.
In-depth information about the Comunidad de Vecinos refering to the legal powers and responsibilities of both the committee and the Administrator. The Budget. Complaints and problems with the neighbours. It is based on the Spanish law known as Ley de Propiedad Horizontal.
Good news for expats living in Spain – it is, in fact, possible to change your pronunciation and accent as an adult. Whether your goal is to be better understood, less embarrassed, or even get them to stop asking you where you're from, feel the empowerment that comes from learning to choose the way you speak. Here are key tips and tricks from a professional expat accent coach.
How to survive - and thrive - as a vegetarian in Spain's markets, tapas bars, restaurants, and while traveling.
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