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Tips, Real Estate
Marc Martin - Spain
Accommodation in Spain: search, rental ...

The Spanish real estate market has recovered since the crisis of 2008 and there are still many opportunities. Nevertheless, when you don’t know the language and even less the rules, it is important to prepare yourself for this important step that is the purchase of a property. Spain is not so different from other European countries, but it has specific rules that must be taken into account before starting. What are the steps to buy a Spanish property? I am Lisbob, the expat assistant, and I will explain everything you need to know about buying a property in Spain.

Accommodation in Spain: search, rental contract, deposit
Tips, Work, Finance, Freelancer
Marc Martin - Spain
Income tax in Spain : brackets, return, ...

As an employee or self-employed person living in Spain, you will have to pay income tax. The Spanish tax is progressive and is directly deducted at source by the employer who pays it to the State. There are 7 tax brackets ranging from 19% to 49% and they start from the first euro of salary received, with some possible deductions. I’m going to tell you everything about income tax in Spain.

Income tax in Spain : brackets, return, deductions
Tips, Real Estate
Marc Martin - Spain
How to buy a property in Spain

The Spanish real estate market has recovered since the crisis of 2008 and there are still many opportunities. Nevertheless, when you don’t know the language and even less the rules, it is important to prepare yourself for this important step that is the purchase of a property. Spain is not so different from other European countries, but it has specific rules that must be taken into account before starting. What are the steps to buy a Spanish property? I am Lisbob, the expat assistant, and I will explain everything you need to know about buying a property in Spain.

How to buy a property in Spain
Tips, Health
Marc Martin - Spain
NIE: everything you need to know about the ...

Among the administrative procedures to be carried out during an expatriation in Spain, obtaining the NIE is one of the most important. Indeed, the Foreign Identity Number (NIE) is a unique and personal identification number that is mandatory when registering as a foreign resident living in Spain. Without this NIE number it will be impossible for you to rent an apartment, open a bank account, find a job or even take out subscriptions. In short, the NIE is a mandatory step as an expat in Spain. How do I get it ? What documents are needed ? I am Lisbob, the expats assistant, and I am going to tell you all about the NIE in Spain.

NIE: everything you need to know about the foreigner's identity number in Spain

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NIE: everything you need to know about the foreigner's identity number in Spain

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NIE: everything you need to know about the foreigner's identity number in Spain

Among the administrative procedures to be carried out during an expatriation in Spain, obtaining the NIE is one of the most important. Indeed, the Foreign Identity Number (NIE) is a unique and personal identification number that is mandatory when registering as a foreign resident living in Spain. Without this NIE number it will be impossible for you to rent an apartment, open a bank account, find a job or even take out subscriptions. In short, the NIE is a mandatory step as an expat in Spain. How do I get it ? What documents are needed ? I am Lisbob, the expats assistant, and I am going to tell you all about the NIE in Spain.

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How to apply for and obtain a Spanish social security number as a foreigner ?

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How to apply for and obtain a Spanish social security number as a foreigner ?

When one decides to go live in Spain, it is sometimes difficult to carry out these administrative steps which can turn into a vicious circle and where it is difficult to see the end of the tunnel. Getting a Spanish social security number is not easy and is part, like the NIE, of these mandatory steps for any expatriate who wants to work in Spain. Although the rules have eased in recent years, the fact remains that the application and obtaining a Spanish social security number is still a complicated process. Getting a Spanish social security number for foreigners is not only a headache for people who want to work, but also for companies that want to hire them. However, a good preparation allows to request and obtain a Spanish social security number in no more than 30 minutes. What are the steps to get a Spanish social security number when you are a foreigner? What is the process for having his security number in Spain as an expatriate? Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Spain, tells you everything about the conditions for obtaining the Portuguese social security number for foreigners.

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Spain will start vaccinating on January 4th

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Spain will start vaccinating on January 4th

Spain has been one of the countries most affected by the coronavirus epidemic, both in terms of health and economics. The Spanish Minister of Health Salvador Illa said on Monday, December 14th that the vaccination campaign should start on January 4th, 2021, and assured that there would be "vaccine for everyone". Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the start of the coronavirus vaccination in Spain.

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Spain now requires negative PCR test for travellers arriving in the country

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Spain now requires negative PCR test for travellers arriving in the country

While this measure was already in place for many months in other European countries, Spain has just put in place the obligation to have a negative PCR test for all travelers coming from countries at risk and this from November 23rd, at an airport or port in the country. The test must be done up to 72 hours before arrival in Spain. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about this new measure of Spain.

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24% of Spanish people want to be vaccinated as soon as possible, 40% believe there is a conspiracy behind the vaccine

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24% of Spanish people want to be vaccinated as soon as possible, 40% believe there is a conspiracy behind the vaccine

Spain is one of the countries most affected by the coronavirus epidemic at European and even global level, but the incessant hype has clearly not been enough to encourage Spaniards to get vaccinated en masse. Indeed and while the vaccine is supposed to arrive shortly, a survey by the newspaper El Pais shows that the Spanish are rather reluctant to be vaccinated with 24% who want to do it as soon as possible, and 40% believe that the vaccine is part of a conspiracy. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about what the Spanish think about the coronavirus and the vaccine.

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Spain declares a state of emergency until May 2021, curfew from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., travel may be prohibited between regions

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Spain declares a state of emergency until May 2021, curfew from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., travel may be prohibited between regions

The situation of the coronavirus epidemic is serious in Spain according to Pedro Sanchez, the head of the Spanish government, and he decided this Sunday, October 25th, in coordination with the various autonomous regions, to declare a state of emergency throughout the country and this until May 9th, 2021. The country records a “second wave” of high intensity according to the country's health authorities, and a second general confinement as in March-April is to be avoided at all costs in order not to further ruin plus the country. A curfew will be implemented from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., putting an end to the hopes of the middle of the night to survive this year, and travel between autonomous regions may be prohibited unless there is a valid reason. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the declaration of the state of emergency in Spain until May 2021.

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Spain declares state of emergency in Madrid

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Spain declares state of emergency in Madrid

Pedro Sanchez decides to pass in force. Following the cancellation this Thursday of the confinement by the Superior Court of Justice of Madrid (because they affect the freedoms of citizens), the Spanish government did not leave the choice to the regional president and decided to declare the state of emergency in Madrid to impose containment, which aims to reduce the spread of the coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you the entire declaration of the state of emergency in Madrid.

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Madrid bans wearing FFP2 and FFP3 masks, deemed "selfish"

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Madrid bans wearing FFP2 and FFP3 masks, deemed "selfish"

You have to be motivated to follow and understand all the decisions of the Spanish government. After being one of the first countries to make it compulsory to wear a mask outdoors, the Autonomous Region of Madrid has decided this time to ban the wearing of category FFP2 and FFP3 masks, deemed “selfish” by Fernando Simon because they are designed so that the wearer is not infected. The use of these masks will be reserved for professionals. These masks with filter valve will therefore no longer be valid in the street. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the new ban on wearing the FFP2 and FFP3 mask in Madrid.

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Galicia bans smoking in the streets in order to fight the coronavirus, whole Spain about to follow

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Galicia bans smoking in the streets in order to fight the coronavirus, whole Spain about to follow

This is a new law that will make smokers cringe. After obliging people to wear the mask in the streets and even with a safe distance, the Spanish autonomous region of Galicia wishes to ban smoking in the streets from this Thursday. Indeed, the coronavirus would be transmitted in cigarette smoke, and the Spanish region thus wishes to stop the spread of the coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about banning smoking on the streets of Galicia in order to fight the epidemic.

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Spain's health minister admits coronavirus 'expert committee' never existed

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Spain's health minister admits coronavirus 'expert committee' never existed

This is an announcement that may surprise or annoy some to say the least. Today, during the parliamentary committee on the management of the coronavirus epidemic, the Minister of Health Salvador Illa indicated that the committee of experts, on which the Spanish government officially rely to support its decisions, in particular about the “desescalada” , never existed. The opposition demands accountability, accuses the government of lying and judges and judges the country's situation "chaotic". Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the Spanish Minister of Health's revelation about the fake coronavirus expert committee.

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Andalusia imposes mandatory mask, even at the beach and at the pool

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Andalusia imposes mandatory mask, even at the beach and at the pool

Andalusia joins the list of autonomous Spanish regions which have decided to make the wearing of masks compulsory, even on public roads and even if safety distances can be respected. The state of emergency being ended in Spain, each region can impose the rules it wishes. Andalusia has therefore decided to make it mandatory to wear a mask, even at the beach and at the swimming pool. This measure will be implemented from tomorrow Wednesday July 15th. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the obligation to wear a mask in Andalusia, even at the beach.

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Check out the last map before the "new normal" valid from Monday June 15th in Spain

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Check out the last map before the "new normal" valid from Monday June 15th in Spain

Spain begins the last stage of its “desescalada”, its deconfinement divided into several phases. As of Monday, June 15th, some regions are moving into phase 3, and Galicia will even go directly into the new normal. Certain regions such as Madrid or Barcelona remain in phase 2 and will go directly into the new normal on June 21st. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the phase changes in Spanish deconfinement on Monday June 15th.

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Check out the zones that go into phase 1 and 2 in Spain from this Monday, May 25th

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Check out the zones that go into phase 1 and 2 in Spain from this Monday, May 25th

Spain has embarked on the “desescalada”, the deconfinement plan which will be divided into 4 phases. As of Monday 25th May, certain regions which were still in phase 0 will go into phase 1 of the deconfinement plan, authorizing certain activities and businesses to resume. The others will go into phase 2 and will have even more freedom. As of Monday there will be no more Spanish territory in phase 0 of the “desescalada”. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you everything that is changing this Monday, May 25th in Spain.

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Check out the zones that pass into phase 1 and 2 in Spain this Monday, Madrid and Barcelona still in phase 0

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Check out the zones that pass into phase 1 and 2 in Spain this Monday, Madrid and Barcelona still in phase 0

Spain has embarked on the “desescalada”, the deconfinement plan which will be divided into 4 phases. From this Monday, May 18th, certain regions which were still in phase 0 will pass into phase 1 of the deconfinement plan, authorizing certain activities and businesses to resume. The others are still in phase 0, like Barcelona or Madrid, and will have to reapply next week. Some Spanish islands will have the chance to go into phase 2. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you everything that is changing this Monday, May 18 in Spain.

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Spain imposes a 14-day quarantine on anyone coming from abroad and extends the closing of its borders to May 24th minimum

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Spain imposes a 14-day quarantine on anyone coming from abroad and extends the closing of its borders to May 24th minimum

Spain has been engaged for a few days in the “desescalada”, the deconfinement plan which will be divided into 4 phases. Among the points that remain outstanding, the resumption of international flights as well as the opening of borders, important subjects for expats. A first measure was taken on Tuesday with the obligation to remain in quarantine for 14 days for anyone coming from abroad. This obligation will apply from Friday, May 15th, throughout the state of emergency. Also, border controls are extended to at least May 24th. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about this mandatory 14-day quarantine for anyone arriving in Spain.

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Check out the zones that pass into phase 1 in Spain this Monday

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Check out the zones that pass into phase 1 in Spain this Monday

Spain has been engaged for a few days in the “desescalada”, the deconfinement plan which will be divided into 4 phases. Each will include specific rules and prohibitions depending on the sector and activity, and each region will be assessed individually. As of Monday, May 11th, certain regions will go into phase 1 of the deconfinement plan, authorizing certain activities and businesses to resume. The others remain in phase 0 and will have to wait 2 weeks. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you everything that is changing this Monday, May 11th in Spain.

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Spain will allow meetings of up to 10 people and terraces at 50% of their capacity in phase 1

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Spain will allow meetings of up to 10 people and terraces at 50% of their capacity in phase 1

It has already been several days since Pedro Sanchez, the Spanish Prime Minister, announced the deconfinement plan. Divided into several phases, it includes strict rules on what can and cannot be done. However, some questions remained unanswered, and the announcement of a limitation of terraces to 30% of their capacity required clarification from the Spanish government. In the end, the bars will be able to see their terraces at 50% of their capacity. Regarding meetings between people, they will be possible up to 10 people, while respecting social distancing. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about these rules of deconfinement in Spain.

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Spain will allow walks and sport for adults between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m., then between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m.

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Spain will allow walks and sport for adults between 6 a.m. and 10 a.m., then between 8 p.m. and 11 p.m.

Pedro Sanchez, the Spanish Prime Minister, announced this week the deconfinement plan. He said adults will also be able to start going out for sports and going for a walk from this Saturday, May 2th. However, certain rules and restrictions are imposed in order to avoid crowds and it will not be possible to go out anytime and anyhow. Also, age will be a criteria to be authorized to go out. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the rules for going out in Spain.

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Dates and official calendar of the deconfinement plan in Spain

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Dates and official calendar of the deconfinement plan in Spain

Spain has one of the strictest confinements in the world, aimed at fighting the coronavirus epidemic. This Tuesday, Pedro Sanchez has just announced the much-awaited deconfinement plan. Unlike other countries, Spain has chosen to carry out asymmetric deconfinement, that is to say different depending on the region. This “desescalada” will be divided into 4 phases, and each will include rules and prohibitions depending on the sectors and activities. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the dates and the official calendar for the deconfinement plan in Spain.

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Half of Spanish people think that the coronavirus has an "intentional" origin

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Half of Spanish people think that the coronavirus has an "intentional" origin

The coronavirus epidemic has hit Spain hard, both from a health and economic point of view. The virus, whose first outbreak appeared in China, has shattered the Spanish health care system and risks leaving traces in its economy, and the Spanish (like other countries) are looking for explanations and culprits. According to the latest ABC / GAD3 survey, one in two Spaniards thinks that the coronavirus has an “intentional” origin, and one in five does not pronounce it. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Spain, tells you all about this new investigation into the origins of the coronavirus.