Moving to Spain
Registering on the Padrón in Spain: What It Actually Involves
What the padrón actually is, how to register with a family, why school and healthcare depend on it, and what happens if you move again or leave Spain.
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.
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.
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
A guide to Spain’s social security system
How Spain's social security works for employees, the self-employed and digital nomads: registering, contributions, and the benefits - healthcare, pensions, sick and parental pay.
How to apply for a Spain family visa in 2025: expert guide
Planning a move to Spain with your family? This expert guide explains the main visa routes, 2025 financial requirements, reunification rules, renewals, schooling, and healthcare, with advice from lawyer Melanie Radford of My Lawyer in Spain.
Getting an NIE number in Spain
What an NIE number is and how to get one in Spain - apply in person or remotely by power of attorney. You need it to buy, pay tax, bank and set up utilities.
How to open a bank account in Spain
How to open a Spanish bank account as a foreigner: resident vs non-resident accounts, the documents you need, fees, and opening remotely by power of attorney.
Moving your belongings to Spain
A practical, friendly guide to moving your belongings to Spain. Covers customs rules for EU, UK and US expats, transport options, key paperwork, and insider tips for saving money and avoiding delays during your relocation.