Nick Storey latest advice articles
The EU Entry/Exit System: what it means for your trips to Spain
What the EU's Entry/Exit System means for UK and other non-EU visitors to Spain: how the fingerprint border checks work, who's exempt, and what ETIAS adds later in 2026.
How to take your car to Spain
Everything you need to know about taking your car to Spain - driving licence rules, import tax and the tax-free "change of residence" exemption, insurance, and registration.
A guide to starting a business in Spain
Starting a business in Spain is more achievable than you think. This guide explains visas, autónomos and limited companies, with insights from lawyer Alex Radford. Learn the steps, costs and cultural considerations of running a business in Spain, and watch our expert video for practical advice.
Everything you need to know about Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa
Everything you need to know about Spain's digital nomad visa - eligibility, income requirements, the 24% Beckham Law tax rate, and how to apply
Navigating currency exchange for your Spain property purchase
How currency exchange works when buying in Spain: specialist brokers vs. banks, forward contracts, and how to protect your budget from rate swings
Driving in Spain
Driving in Spain as an expat: using or exchanging your UK/EU/US licence, the DGT process, the rules of the road, and the V16 beacon now required from 2026.
Taking your pet to Spain: a complete step-by-step guide
How to bring your pet to Spain: the microchip and rabies sequence, the documents for EU, UK and US owners, approved entry points, and a timeline for a smooth move.
Cost of living in Spain
What it costs to live in Spain: rent, bills, food, transport, healthcare and schooling compared with the UK and US - and how it varies by region and city.
What was the Spanish Golden Visa?
What the Spanish Golden Visa was, why it became especially relevant after Brexit, what benefits it offered, and what changed when the programme came to an end