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Guide to buying properties in Spain

As many estate agents will tell you, just because you think that you know what you want, it doesn't mean you're right! Even if you think you know exactly what you want, and are sure that it exists, it's still a good idea to have a look around at what else is available. > read more

Buying a Finca in Spain

Although commonly translated as 'farm', the word finca can have several meanings. It can mean a large country estate or a small rural property. Generally though it refers to a small country property, very much sought after by the foreign buyer. > read more

Banking in Spain

As the number of non-Spanish house-buyers rises in Spain, so does the offer of specialised services offered by Spanish banks competing to convert foreign residents and non-residents into clients. > read more

Currencies - a Basic Guide

Most people buying a property in Spain will need to transfer a substantial amount of money to a Spanish bank account to complete the purchase. In the past your only option was to arrange this through your own UK bank. > read more

Community Laws

More than one million foreigners have already bought a property in Spain and when you do, you automatically become a member of a community of property owners. Regardless of the type of property you buy, your own interests are affected by the decisions of your neighbours.
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Entry into Spain

A full British passport, valid for the duration of the visit, is required to enter mainland Spain, the Balearic and Canary Islands. As an EU citizen UK Residents and all other EU, Norway and Ireland citizens do not require visas for visits, whatever the length and purpose of the visit.
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Relocating to Spain

Moving to a foreign country can be a traumatic experience for anyone and the more that you think about before your move, the better. Children especially may find the experience shattering. Imagine leaving all their friends and a lifestyle they are used to. They too will have to adjust to the new culture. > read more

Bringing your Pets to Spain

The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) started on 28th February 2000 and allows cats and dogs resident in the UK to visit certain other countries and return to the UK, without quarantine, provided that certain conditions are met. > read more

Driving in Spain

If you wish to see as much as possible of Spain then having your own car is certainly the best method of transport, even if it may take you a couple of days to feel confident about driving on the opposite side of the road. > read more

Registering for Spanish State schools

You may be looking to register your children into a Spanish state school. This can be a complex process but once you accept the Spanish way of doing things, you should be fine. We provide a step-by-step example of how this can be done though this may vary form region to region.
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Working in Spain

There are jobs in Spain for foreigners, however, along the coast most jobs are seasonal as with the UK coast. It depends largely on what you can and will be able to do. Most qualifications obtained in the UK and Europe are recognised in Spain. > read more

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