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Inheritance in Spain

Feb 4, 2015 · GPS JAVEA · 1 replies · 1699 views

This has recently been updated and published through our website and it may well be of interest - and hopefully some use - to members of this forum. http://www.gpsjavea.com/conten…

Bargain Property located in Oliva (Valencia) - Fully furnished / Close to the Beach / Offers invited

Feb 4, 2015 · GPS JAVEA · 1 replies · 2775 views

Pretty Semi Detached Townhouse with spacious, finished under-build. Top floor contains two double bedrooms with bathroom. Both rooms have fitted wardrobes. Master bedroom has a sm…

Just arrived in Girona

Feb 3, 2015 · Chris Mac · 1 replies · 1465 views

Hi there I am Chris, from Fife in Scotland My partner has had a promotion with work so I have recently moved into Caldes de Malavella I have no real grasp on Spanish as a language…

Cataract / eye ops

Jan 30, 2015 · The Life of Riley · 1 replies · 2134 views

Has any one any experience of undergoing cataract or other eye surgery in Andalucia , i'd be grateful for any info on where you went and how you feelthe service was etc thanks

Polish Pottery now available in Spain

Jan 27, 2015 · Edyta · 1 replies · 2053 views

Hi All, I am selling Polish Pottery in Spain via my on-line shop: http://www.polishpottery.es/en/ There are plates, cups, mugs, jugs, bowls, bakeware and a lot more. All with beau…

TV SERIES

Jan 26, 2015 · juliebeanland · 1 replies · 1365 views

Hello I am currently working on a series for Channel 4 which features Ex Pats living in both France and Spain. We are hoping to feature a mixture of people at different stages of …

BUY fake passports VISA US-GREEN-CARD IDS etc..perezharris123 @ gmail.com

Jan 22, 2015 · perezharris123 · 1 replies · 1721 views

Best Quality Fake IDs,Passports,Marriage certificates,Drivers license etc contact perezharris123@gmail.com Best Quality Novelty Fake IDs and Passports,Marriage certificates and Dr…

New Year, New Start? Register for Healthcare in Spain as a Resident!

Jan 17, 2015 · UKinSpain · 3 replies · 3110 views

New Year, New Start? Just moved to Spain as an early retiree but haven?t yet registered for healthcare? Check out how to register properly for healthcare in Spain, bearing in mind…

Will i have to pay taxes on my retirement in the US and Spain?

Jan 4, 2015 · byrnebelfast · 2 replies · 7402 views

I am an EU citizen but have been living and working in the US for the last 31 years. I am seriously considering a move to Spain next year when I will be eligible to collect my ret…

Housesitting Service available from 10.1.15 in Southern Spain

Jan 2, 2015 · ShaunScott · 1 replies · 1893 views

Hi there, we are currently free for a new housesit opportunity from the 10th of january. We are an experienced, reliable, independent & animal loving german couple and want to sta…

Aaje

Dec 28, 2014 · Aaje · 1 replies · 1940 views

Hi, can anyone help me..? iv had my NIE certificate stolen from here in the Uk and i need to sell my Spanish house but told i cant sell it without my NIE certificate. is this true…

Midwives in Spain?

Dec 24, 2014 · NatP · 2 replies · 3094 views

Hi everyone, new to the site! I'm relocating my family to Spain in July/August 2015. I currently work as a midwife in the UK and will be looking for work as a midwife in Spain. I'…

Discounted accommodation in Barcelona!

Dec 18, 2014 · HFelipe · 1 replies · 1844 views

El HOSTAL FELIPPE II with its central location is offering its discounted opportunity to celebrate New Years Eve in Barcelona. Book your night today and receive a bottle of Spanis…

Procedure for obtaining Spanish citizenship for adult child of Spanish Citizen by residence

Dec 16, 2014 · nadja17 · 1 replies · 1649 views

Hi! I am a Filipino citizen. My mum has become a Spanish citizen by residence recently. She has informed me that for me to obtain Spanish citizenship as well, I have to be unmarri…

Montgo Chalet rental wanted

Nov 26, 2014 · damatt · 2 replies · 2176 views

We have a client looking to make the move to the Denia area within a few weeks and is looking for a 2 bedroom Chalet for a long term rental. Please PM with details. Dave Rent Prop…

Citizenship by descent from Spanish grandmother

Nov 21, 2014 · nickp0423 · 1 replies · 1804 views

I know this is just one of many posts relating to this topic, but since every situation is a bit different, I'm going to post anyway to see if anyone has any information to offer …

Leaving Spain - Autonomo - Please help.

Nov 15, 2014 · dbbloke · 4 replies · 3802 views

Please someone help me :) I'm leaving Spain and need to know what I'm supposed to do. I'm an autonomo, Spanish resident with green credit card sized paper, my car has been matricu…

Passport interview question in the USA

Nov 12, 2014 · basquebrat · 2 replies · 7432 views

I recently obtained my Spanish birth certificate through the Historical Memory Law. (Hooray! Long process, was originally denied but succeeded through an appeal). My next step is …

residency card confusion

Nov 9, 2014 · Enamorado · 2 replies · 2600 views

I have searched the forums and haven't been able to find the answer I am looking for so I'm hoping someone can help me out. I am an American citizen living in Spain working on con…

Submit your expat experience for a book!

Oct 27, 2014 · dkmaustin · 1 replies · 2230 views

Dear Friends and Fellow Expats, I am currently writing a book called The Expat Syndrome, which deals with the emotional and psychological aspects of moving to a different country,…

HP Computer Purchase.

Oct 25, 2014 · phlaaps · 4 replies · 2459 views

Hi. My HP laptop`s warranty ran out about 6 months ago. The lap top has suddenly stopped working: nothing. Press the start button and nothing happens. I know that in the UK the Sa…

Moving to Spain with a Criminal Record

Oct 10, 2014 · winifred2 · 5 replies · 11750 views

I am thinking moving to Spain and want to apply for a Spanish residency, however I have a criminal record. Would I be able to apply for permanent residency?

4 weeks pregnant and moving to Spain

Oct 9, 2014 · Michy · 1 replies · 2024 views

Hi I am South African and moving to Spain in December to join my husband (a British National) who has just moved there. But I just found out that I am 4 weeks pregnant! I was just…

MEDICAL HELP PLEASE - SKIN CANCER

Oct 8, 2014 · paulauk · 3 replies · 4541 views

Hello to you all in sunny Spain. My parents live in Spain and my mum recently found out she has skin cancer - not life threatening but needs sorting. They came back to the UK for …

Hello from across the pond

Oct 7, 2014 · jnamiyo · 1 replies · 1468 views

Greetings from the colonies. I found this forum very interesting as I am considering the possibility of living in Spain and earning a living teaching English. I am in a rather uni…

Question on Spanish Citizenship Acquisition

Oct 7, 2014 · AmericanBoy · 2 replies · 2340 views

Hello!!! First, some background: I'm a US citizen living in Spain, studying in a PhD program. I've been living in Spain for over 2 years continuously and in good standing (renewin…

Hi Hola

Oct 5, 2014 · chrisgelfs · 2 replies · 1800 views

Hi guys, Brand new to all this but thought I would give it a go. I am currently working and living in the UK with the intention of moving/living and working in Valencia. Can any o…

Tax advice

Sep 30, 2014 · grapow · 7 replies · 9739 views

We live in D?nia, Northern Costa Blanca and require some good TAX ADVICE. We currently have an accountant but have lost complete faith in them. Can anyone recommend (preferably an…

A Place In The Sun (Channel 4) - looking for British expats in North Tenerife

Sep 23, 2014 · alexandrashaw · 1 replies · 2160 views

A Place In The Sun (Channel 4) is looking for British expats living in North Tenerife (places such as Icod de los Vinos, La Orotava and San Cristobal de la Laguna) to take part in…

Hi Everyone

Sep 22, 2014 · Tyrangie · 2 replies · 1959 views

Hello everyone thank you for letting me join your great site. We are hoping to buy a place in Spain in the next 6 months and hope you won't mind me asking for loads of advise as w…

Online grocery shopping in spain

Sep 19, 2014 · th?gg · 1 replies · 4856 views

Hello. First I apologize if you feel this doesn't suit your forum, but this was the best place I found for my purpose. I am a university student from Finland and attending a resea…

Moving back home! From Spain to US. Any shipping advice??

Sep 18, 2014 · navigator2014 · 2 replies · 2763 views

Hello! After 5 long years in Spain, I'm finally making the journey back home to the US. I have a few questions regarding shipping things home! I'm not sure what the best services …

lost post please help :(

Sep 18, 2014 · primo_sparazza · 1 replies · 1638 views

hi there... I live in the UK but my parents live in Spain - i ordered some clothing off the internet to be delivered to their house - i ordered the clothes 2 weeks before i was du…

Belgium spain question

Sep 7, 2014 · parisgirl · 3 replies · 2139 views

Hello Can I get some advice! 1. I will move to Belgium in few months. I'll hv my Belgium reg card for residence and my carte professionale for my business reg in Belgium. 2.Next I…

Visa question for Non-EU girlfriend

Sep 6, 2014 · andrewgibson34 · 1 replies · 2047 views

Hello all, I?m a UK national living in New Zealand. My girlfriend has a New Zealand passport, and we would like to move to Spain. I have an online business that I can run from any…

Obtaining visas for non EU nationals from Gibraltar

Sep 5, 2014 · cirila · 1 replies · 2032 views

Hi, or ?Hola! I am British, and I just started working in Gibraltar, accompanied by my Filipina wife and adopted daughter, who are here on UK Visas. Too expensive here, rents high…

THINKING OF MOVING TO SPAIN TO LIVE

Sep 5, 2014 · UKinSpain · 2 replies · 3169 views

IMPORTANT ?If you know anyone who is thinking about moving to Spain, advise them to register properly for healthcare with the Spanish health authorities and to check everything th…

RETURNING BACK TO SPAIN ? REGISTER FOR HEALTHCARE!

Sep 5, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 2511 views

Returning to the sun in Spain after a cool summertime in the UK or elsewhere? Remember you can ONLY use your EHIC if you are staying temporarily. If you are a resident, you should…

Import of modified vehicle to Spain?

Sep 1, 2014 · paddlechic · 4 replies · 6376 views

My husband has a 2002 Toyota Tacoma truck that he adores and wishes to take with us when we move to Spain next year. The issues is that it has been modified, lift kit and larger w…

Hello!

Sep 1, 2014 · paddlechic · 2 replies · 2253 views

Hello! My husband, son, and I will be moving to Rota, Spain early next. I'm so glad I found this forum as I can see its full of wonderful people and tips. Lookingforward to learni…

Cohabitation certificate and visits from the police

Aug 25, 2014 · Director1 · 1 replies · 1954 views

Hi All - I am planning on moving with my Spanish wife next month to Spain, where I will apply for residency. We will obviously be living together and so will empadronar ourselves …

Quickest and most efficient extranjeria offices?

Aug 25, 2014 · Director1 · 4 replies · 2538 views

Hi All I will be applying for Spanish residency once I move to Spain with my Spanish wife in the next month or so. From reading others' posts it is clear that some extranjeria off…

HHH

Aug 24, 2014 · aldonza1 · 1 replies · 3059 views

Hi all. Are there any HHH (hash house harriers) groups in Spain? I will be in southern Spain next month.

HHH

Aug 24, 2014 · aldonza1 · 1 replies · 1473 views

Hi all. Are there any HHH-hash house harrier groups in southern Spain? I will be in Andalucia area next month.

Moving to Cordoba in Sept.

Aug 24, 2014 · aldonza1 · 3 replies · 2047 views

:-) Hello all. I am a teacher and will be moving to Cordoba, from Greece, for new job, in Sept and would love to meet new people, expats as well as natives. Have no idea of area a…

The viking retiring to live in Spain

Aug 23, 2014 · dingo84 · 1 replies · 1551 views

Hello everyone. I don't know if this is a forum aimed at people from UK who are moving to Spain, but.. I am a 29 year old guy from Norway. I'm half swedish and and I have a pensio…

Reduced price apartment in Ondara - DM3589

Aug 21, 2014 · damatt · 1 replies · 2158 views

We have just received instruction to reduce the asking price for this 1st floor 3 bedroom apartment with lift in Ondara just steps from the town centre. For further information or…

Els Poblets apartment reduced

Aug 21, 2014 · damatt · 1 replies · 1987 views

We have received instructions to reduce the price of this apartment which is centrally located in village of Els Poblets, just 1Km from the sea and 8Km from Denia. Comes part furn…

Winter rentals wanted

Aug 20, 2014 · damatt · 1 replies · 1969 views

Hello, If you have a property that you would like to advertise and make available to people looking to live in Spain over the winter, then do please list your property on our webs…

Apartment in Estepona

Aug 20, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 2027 views

This luxury 3 bedroom apartment is distributed on 2 levels, having a penthouse suite as main bedroom. Its spacious living room has access to 2 large terraces, one of them equipped…