Spain Forum

UK TV on the internet

2008-08-29T21:07:15Z

Wondering if anyone using this forum has enrolled with They are offering the freeview channels via the internet. They also have a sports package with Setanta Sports. I was wondering what the quality of the picture was.
We’re not sure if TM will ever come back so thought this might be an alternative. But they want 69 quid for 3 months, a bit much to gamble if the pics not great. Not bad if it is.

EDIT read rules please , jurdy

Long-term parking for Gibraltar Airport?

2008-08-03T14:47:06Z

Hello

Does anyone know if you can safely leave a car for a few days at one of the underground carparks in La Linea, and if so, roughly what it costs?

nie

2008-08-13T18:41:40Z

i am hoping to relocate to spain when i have finished work in late sept.i have noticed that it is possible to apply for this in england before we arrive . has any body done this and would they reccomend this as opposed to applying in spain. as yet we do not know where we are going but we are looking for long term rental villas in the javea /arboleas regions . have not yet made our minds up. the reason why iam asking is it could be all on the last minute due to no date of finishing from work and also the sale of our house
and when we arrive i would need an identity to buy cars pay bills etc. . is there car dealers that do long rentals at reasonable rates.
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thank you

whiffey

NIE Question

2008-08-29T18:48:22Z

Hi Everyone,

I’m new to this site and have found the information on here really helpful.

I just had a couple of questions relating to obtaining an NIE number.

I have had a look on many websites and they have all said that an NIE can only be issued if you are in the process of buying a property/ have had a formal job offer/or are dealing with any legal issues in Spain.

I would like to obtain an NIE number before moving to Spain and before looking for employment has anyone done this this way? Am I still able to get one issued? Or do I really need one of the above reasons to apply?

Also if I do move over without one of the above reasons, do I have to provide proof of wealth/income if I would’nt be working?

Hope my questions make sense!
Many thanks for your help.

Emma

persona nueva

2008-08-23T22:23:30Z

Hola all,
My name is Brandt. I’ve been tearing through this site’s articles and forums for the last 8 months or so without posting much of anything. I arrived in Madrid today and will, undoubtedly, be hassling all of you for months/years to come. Pain or not that I may be, I’ve made my introduction- Hello everyone.

Living on your money

2008-08-26T23:42:48Z

We are Swiss and planning to retire to Spain. We plan on living from our savings, and will not work. What kind of taxes do we have to pay.

Moving to Seville

2008-08-27T19:18:49Z

My husband and I will soon be moving to Seville (early retirement both 55) and have been been looking for an apartment to rent. Does somebody have information on the different areas. I have many books with description on the different areas but will appreciate if I can get more personal information. Our monthly budget will be 3.000 Euros so we think we can afford up to 700-800 Euros for an apartment. What about other costs. I have seen in the forum that that the electricity per month is approx. 20.00 Euros and the water every two months approx. the same amount, is thats true. I would appreciate any information that can help me figure out if we can have a “normal” life in Seville with that budget and which areas we should ävoid.

Mortgage LTV?

2008-08-29T18:51:37Z

Hi,

I have been doing research on mortgages and from what I can gather a foreign national can only get a mortgage in spain of up to 70%. Realistically to purchase a home you would need around 40% of the property value when you include the tax and fees etc which is out of my reach at present.

I know in the UK you can usually raise 90% but looking at products they offer for places abroad I’ve only found about 70% again. Is there any products or alternatives out there? I have money saved up and don’t want to waste money on renting for a long while and also feel its a good time to buy with the dip in the market. Would appreciate any thoughts.

Cheers
Brian

Stupid questions. Wait, there aren’t any stupid questions! Are there???

2008-08-29T16:45:53Z

Ok, so having been confused/inexperienced/clueless expat for a week, a few questions:
1. Does anyone know how to do accents, tildes, etc. with an computer that has an english keyboard??? I would assume that it’s possible, but I really don’t know. I’m using microsoft windows XP pro…
2. What is a laundry clip called in spanish and, more importantly, where could I find some? Failing miserably with this one…
3. Why didn’t I learn more spanish before coming here? You don’t have to answer that; I’m either lazy or stupid and it has become muy claro a mi.

Community President Law

2008-08-28T19:40:05Z

We understand that under Spanish Law - Those holding office of President should not be directly employed by members of the community (ie as a Caretaker ). - Is this true ?

At the AGM if others wish to Stand for President, this should not be challenged by the current president or spouse - is this correct ?

Can anybody answer the above questions also telling the relevant corresponding Laws (Sections)