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Soon to be new in La Bibal D'Emporda

Aug 16, 2014 · andyq · 1 replies · 1611 views

Hi everyone. We (andy and margaret) have decided to move (at least for a god part of the year) to the Costa Brava and are in process of buying a home in the Cor?a (near Bisbal). W…

SPANISH REGISTRATION

Aug 8, 2014 · ms2453 · 1 replies · 2270 views

My wife and i are both UK citizens living in France. My wife is also a Spanish citizen via the Law of Remembrance but has never lived in Spain. She has a Spanish passport with an …

REGISTERING FOR HEALTHCARE

Aug 8, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 2259 views

If you are living in Spain but haven?t yet registered for healthcare, make sure to explore your healthcare options by taking our Online Questionnaire on www.healthcareinspain.eu D…

RETURNING BACK TO THE UK

Aug 8, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 2094 views

Planning to move back to the UK for good? Please notify the UK authorities to avoid taxpayers? money being wasted. More info on [url=https://www.gov.uk/living-in-spain#returning-t…

Middle floor apartment in Elviria

Aug 3, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1793 views

This middle floor apartment is located in the development Golden Beach, beach side Elviria Marbella Cost Del Sol. It offers 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, a fully fitted kitchen, a l…

Gardener looking for work.

Aug 1, 2014 · adrianr88 · 1 replies · 1719 views

hello I'm about to be moving to Cordoba and looking for work i have been working this year as estate grounds keeper at Finca BuenVino just out side Arecena. i have 4 years experie…

Old palace house in Marbella

Aug 1, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 2104 views

Old palace house in Marbella, suitable to be refurbished and converted into a pleasant downtown home or in a nice restaurant or hotel. Situated in the centre of the old town, with…

Can anyone help me please?

Jul 31, 2014 · olly · 5 replies · 3508 views

Hi everyone, I am clutching at straws here but hopeful that someone out in sunny Spain can help me. I have been dealing with a company called "Wilderstore" and to cut a very long …

Expat Transcribers Wanted!

Jul 30, 2014 · avtranscription · 1 replies · 1962 views

We're looking for some super good, super attentive, extremely productive transcribers to work as contractors for Averbach Transcription. No credentials required; just be amazing a…

Hi everyone from a Scotsman living in Alicante

Jul 30, 2014 · martinwells · 2 replies · 1699 views

Hi everyone, I'm Martin from bonny Scotland. I'm in Alicante and wondering if people meet up from time to time, it would be nice to join in if any meetups are planned. Best Regards

Villa in Guadalmina Alta

Jul 27, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1751 views

Fabulous 410 m2 villa built on a 1.500 m2 plot, with a private garden and pool. It is situated in a prestigiuos and calm urbanization, with golf course access from the garden. It …

Fabulous villa facing southwest in the urbanization Las Lomas del Colorado

Jul 25, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1744 views

Fabulous villa facing southwest in the urbanization Las Lomas del Colorado, Nueva Andaluc?a, near Puerto Banus Surrounded by a beautiful private garden of 1000 square meters with …

Independent villa in Nueva Andaluc?a

Jul 21, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1774 views

Independent villa with lots of light and modern architecture in Nueva Andalucia.The Villa has 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and can be extended to 5 bedrooms.250 sqm. built …

Winter or Long Term Let Wanted

Jul 21, 2014 · testing123 · 1 replies · 1721 views

Hello, I'm looking for a house to rent on the campo, anywhere considered between inland Alicante and inland Calpe. From October/November 'till March or longer if agreeable between…

Beautiful rustic style villa situated in a prestigious urbanisation of Mijas village with outstanding views

Jul 20, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1690 views

Beautiful rustic style villa with complimentary contemporary features, situated in a prestigious urbanisation of Mijas village with outstanding views. This lovely property has rec…

A very unique villa in Marbella

Jul 19, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1730 views

A very unique villa built with a main house with 2 bedroom 1+1/5 bath, cloakroom, further 4 bedrooms with 3 baths and a separate studio apartment. Lovely terraces and pool. The gr…

Complicated Visa Renewal - Lawyer Recommendations?

Jul 14, 2014 · r0beka · 1 replies · 1632 views

Hi, I'm a US citizen and have been legally residing in Spain with a non-lucrative visa for the past 4 (this would be my 5th) year. I successfully prepared my initial residency app…

A very elegant villa in Marbella

Jul 12, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1745 views

Beautiful cortijo style villa with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a spacious living room with fireplace and open kitchen. This property is built in rustic style with wooden beams…

6 Month Rule for Spanish Residency - How does that work?

Jul 12, 2014 · MiamiAli · 8 replies · 4492 views

Can someone explain how the "6 months" is calculated after getting a Spanish residency? I'm a US Citizen married to a Spanish Citizen (almost 40 years). Will be establishing resid…

Using your EHIC in Spain

Jul 11, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 1956 views

Concerned about your friends & family?s healthcare cover whilst visiting you in Spain? Tell them to get informed by watching our video [url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HrGLhv…

Keep out the burn this summer!

Jul 8, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 1897 views

Keep out the burn this summer and don?t end up like the Thompsons! For more info watch the video [url=http://www.healthcareinspain.eu/video.php]here.[/url]

Register for Health care in Spain

Jul 8, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 2892 views

Find out how you can register for healthcare in Spain on our website www.healthcareinspain.eu if you are a resident and haven?t already done so. Quick! Save yourself worry ? and m…

Replacement for EHIC in Spain

Jul 8, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 2121 views

Please remind your guests who have lost or forgotten their EHIC back home, or if it has expired or been stolen and need to see a doctor in Spain, to call the Overseas Healthcare T…

Oxygen support

Jul 8, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 2071 views

If friends or family are visiting you this summer and need access to oxygen during their holiday in Spain, make sure they pre-arrange this with their EHIC 1 month in advance befor…

Gibraltar based Gaming company looking for Swedish Customer Service Executive

Jul 4, 2014 · jford · 1 replies · 1844 views

Our client a leading online gaming company in Gibraltar is searching for a Customer Services Executive Speaking Swedish. The company offer great prospects for progression and have…

Gibraltar based Gaming company looking for Customer Services Executive (Fluent German)

Jul 4, 2014 · jford · 1 replies · 1763 views

A leading online gaming company in Gibraltar is searching for a Customer Services Executive Speaking German. The company offer great prospects for progression and have an excellen…

IVA query

Jul 3, 2014 · rachaelWilliams71 · 3 replies · 7449 views

Hi. My husband and I are autonomous teachers. We are about to move house, having chosen to rent a property which will allow us to deliver classes from home. Our new landlord-to-be…

Hello! American living in Barcelona! New here...

Jul 3, 2014 · Melzy · 1 replies · 1516 views

was wondering what everyone was doing for the 4th, besides the ASB get together...? Anyone in the Barcelona area? :-)

Luxury villa in famous urbanization El Candado

Jul 3, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1638 views

Luxury villa in famous urbanization El Candado, located in east of Malaga a few minutes walking to the beach, restaurants, schools, shops etc.. El Candado has three clubs - club m…

Questions about retiree visa for US citizen

Jun 29, 2014 · BillDietrich · 2 replies · 1936 views

Is anyone here a USA citizen who has obtained a retiree visa to Spain ? I have a few questions: 1- Is it permanent, or do you have to renew it every year or something ? 2- Does a …

Duplex penthouse in The Golden Mile

Jun 27, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1779 views

Extraordinary south-facing three bedroom duplex penthouse in arguably the best block of the prestigious and luxurious gated community of Monte Paraiso, above the Golden Mile, with…

Moving to Valencia in 64 days..... and freaking out!

Jun 26, 2014 · whitleyjen · 2 replies · 1805 views

Hello everyone :) As the title tells you, I am moving to Valencia (from England) in an alarmingly short amount of time. I was wondering if anyone had any tips, hints, helpful/calm…

Branded Promotional Products - Cheaper Alternative to Advertising your Company

Jun 24, 2014 · brandedpromogift · 1 replies · 1956 views

If you have a company based in Spain and are looking to enhance your image we can help you maximise your exposure, and expand your client catchment area through the use of promoti…

Village style house in the Golden Mile.

Jun 22, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1709 views

Andalusian village style house.Tucked away in one of the best locations of Marbella, Las lomas del Marbella Club, you will find this quaint gem. Only a stroll down to Puente Roman…

Where to live in the North of Spain

Jun 16, 2014 · Vegasa · 1 replies · 2042 views

Was living in Coin, Malaga last year and loved it but wanting to move to a more northern area, so that there will be a (hopefully) better balance of weather :). I dont want to go …

May 2014 Statistics

Jun 13, 2014 · SpainExpat member · 1 replies · 6 views

Hey all, I hope everything has been going great. Jobs posted: [12] Note that invoices should include the following for each item: - Page views - Rate per article - Article title P…

My Husband just got a graduate position in Spain - can I work remotely for a US company on his student visa?

Jun 13, 2014 · cloloughlin · 1 replies · 2052 views

Hello all and thank you for your help. I'm new to this forum (and to foreign travel for extended periods of time in general) and appreciate any information you're able to give me.…

R2129186 3 Dormitorios, 3 Ba?os, El Paraiso, Independiente, 174m2

Jun 11, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1643 views

Beautiful villa situated near the beach. Built on one level with a very comfortable housing distribution for both short and long periods. It has electric shutters, mosquito nets, …

Villa in Torreblanca with stunnishing views

Jun 10, 2014 · Koyka · 1 replies · 1893 views

Villa sold with building project to build 5 townhouses with private garage for 2 cars, a communal garden with pool to it offering spectacular view to the Mediterranean Sea. Good o…

For Sale Bungalow in Els Poblets, Denia - DM3595

Jun 9, 2014 · damatt · 1 replies · 1843 views

We have been asked to offer for sale a nice 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom bungalow in Els Poblets, just 1KM to the sea. http://damattproperty.co.uk/els-poblets-costa-blanca-north-spain/pr…

Car Shipping

Jun 6, 2014 · We Would Rather Be Flying · 2 replies · 3179 views

[size=3][color=green]Hi Can anybody recommend a company that will ship a car from Spain (near Benidorm) to Manchester. We are moving back to the UK and we would like to fill the c…

New UK-Spain double taxation agreement

Jun 6, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 2070 views

New UK-Spain double taxation agreement to come into force on 12th July 2014. Check out what it means for you on the [url=http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/taxtreaties/in-force/s.htm]HMRC web…

Debt collection agencies

Jun 6, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 1963 views

Warning ? debt collection agencies are actively pursuing UK owners with unpaid community charges owing on Spanish property. Make sure they?re not after you!

Residual S1 form changes from 1st of July

Jun 6, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 1676 views

Remember: from the 1st July 2014, early retirees will no longer be able to apply for a residual S1 form to cover them for healthcare when they move abroad to another EEA country, …

Reimbursements claims from 1st of July

Jun 6, 2014 · UKinSpain · 1 replies · 1640 views

Don?t forget that visitors to another EEA country will no longer be able to claim reimbursements of co-payments as of the 1st of July 2014. Under EU law, visitors with EHIC cards …

Amazing turnkey 4/3 Turo Park opportunity for RENT

May 30, 2014 · the5nelsons · 1 replies · 1988 views

We are offering a fully furnished apartment in Turo Park, perfect for a family moving to Barcelona who wants an easy and hassle-free transition (4br, 3bath- 1500+sq.ft) We have to…

Real Estate Company entirely run by interns

May 29, 2014 · casamona · 5 replies · 8593 views

The Casamona Story Casamona International is a Real Estate company located in the heart of Barcelona, offering unique and different services through a young and creative staff com…

For Sale - Almerimar Apartment - DM9500

May 21, 2014 · damatt · 1 replies · 1721 views

We have just received instruction to offer for sale a very nice 2 bedroom apartment in Laguna Beach Complex, Almerimar, Andalucia. It is priced very competitively so it sells. htt…

Same sex civil can do in Spanish Consulate in Philippines?

May 19, 2014 · Jayson252 · 1 replies · 1527 views

Hello...Good Day guys...I was keep on searching for forum like this to help me out in my case about same sex..because I had a partner and we did already see each other and wanting…

Very Large Renovated Townhouse for Long Term Rent/Sale

May 15, 2014 · lioness · 1 replies · 2118 views

Large Renovated Townhouse 240M2, with 3 bedrooms. Two floors (room for further 3 bedrooms and another bathroom upstairs), Large Modern Kitchen, Modern 4-piece Bathroom, Garden wit…