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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
It's official: Spain will open its borders with Portugal and France on June 22nd. The announcement was made this morning by the Spanish Minister of Tourism. The Spanish authorities had closed the borders in mid-March, except for Spanish citizens, border workers and the transport of goods when the country isolated itself to limit the contagion of the coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the reopening of the Spanish borders.
Spain has set up a compulsory quarantine for anyone coming from abroad, even for Spanish nationals. This measure caused reciprocity on the French side which also imposed a quarantine for people arriving from Spain. This quarantine raises questions about the tourist season because few tourists will agree to stay locked up 14 days before being able to enjoy their vacation. The Spanish government has just clarified things through the Minister of Industry: there will be no quarantine for tourists arriving in Spain from July. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Spain, tells you all about the announcements about the end of the forced quarantine.
The head of the Spanish government Pedro Sanchez is strongly criticized for his management of the coronavirus crisis and for the application of the state of emergency for more than 2 months. A “desescalada” has been set up but it is too slow for certain regions which see it only as a means for the government to control them and the demonstrations which started in Madrid have spread to several large cities of the country. This Sunday, Pedro Sanchez announced the end of the state of emergency in the coming days in certain autonomous regions, and the government meanwhile said that the "desescalada" could accelerate. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the retreat of Pedro Sanchez and his government.
Spain is one of the most affected countries in the world by the coronavirus epidemic and is still in a state of emergency. Tourists and expatriates are affected by the measures implemented in Spain, but this could change quickly. Pedro Sanchez announced this Saturday that tourists will be able to come to Spain again in July, and also that the Spanish football championship (La Liga) will resume the week of June 8th, obviously with strict security and safety measures. 'hygiene. Professionals in the Spanish tourism sector (12% of GDP) will have to wait before hoping to raise the bar for a year which already looks bleak. Expatriate assistant Lisbob tells you all about Pedro Sanchez’s announcements.
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.
With 27,650 deaths linked to the coronavirus, Spain is one of the most affected countries in the world and it is gradually implementing deconfinement measures. Tourism is one of the most impacted sectors, and travel restrictions are very strict in Spain. The borders being closed, neither tourists nor expatriates can move, except for valid reason. Spain announced on Monday its plan for the reopening of its borders and aims for free movement at the end of June, possibly at the same time as the end of the state of emergency scheduled for June 27th, if Pedro Sanchez obtains his extension. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the reopening of the Spanish borders.
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.
Spain has embarked on the “desescalada”, the deconfinement plan which will be divided into 4 phases. Nevertheless, the state of emergency is still in force and Spain has published two new decrees which extend the closing of the borders and which authorize 5 airports to receive people coming from abroad. The latter must justify a valid reason for going to Spain. These measures are in addition to the mandatory 14-day quarantine for those arriving from abroad, and clearly go against the European trend to reopen internal borders. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about extending border closings and open airports.
Spain has embarked on the "desescalada" for the past few days, but some have criticized the government of Pedro Sanchez and have made it known. After the United States and Germany, Spain is among the group of countries which has known protesters for containment measures and the management of the coronavirus crisis. Madrid residents began to demonstrate spontaneously 3 days ago, and have been demonstrating every night since. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about these protests against the government of Pedro Sanchez in Spain.
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.
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 11 May, certain areas of Spain are entering phase 1 of the deconfinement plan, authorizing certain businesses and services to open again. In addition, some restrictions are lifted but others remain in place. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you everything you can do starting this Monday, May 11 in Spain during this phase 1 of the deconfinement plan.
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.
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 4th, Spain is entering phase 1 of the deconfinement plan, authorizing certain businesses and services to open again. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about what changed this Monday, May 4th in Spain during this phase 1 of the deconfinement plan.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Spain has one of the strictest lockdown in the world, aimed at fighting the coronavirus epidemic. The second most affected country on the planet, Spain has launched a state of emergency since March 15. Children, victims of this very strict confinement, will be able to start going out on the street from this Sunday, April 26, following precise rules. Tonight, Pedro Sanchez has announced that adults will also be able to start going out and play sports from May 2, if the rate of new contagions continues to drop. Expatriate assistant Lisbob tells you all about this latest announcement from Pedro Sanchez on the coronavirus epidemic in Spain.
67.9% of Spaniards consider that the management of the coronavirus crisis by the government of Pedro Sánchez has been a "disaster", according to a survey by the National Institute for Analytical Studies (INEA). The citizens questioned give a score of 3 out of 10 to Pedro Sanchez and 2.3 to Pablo Iglesias. A large majority, 64%, believe that the health authorities have not told the truth, and 69% want the current government to pay criminally for their mistakes and lies. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Spain, tells you all about this new investigation which worries the Spanish government.
