Spain Forum

Moving to spain 3-6 months for Uk family permit reasons

2013-04-01T04:09:03+01:00

Hello

I am an english woman currently living in the Domincan Republic with my Dominican husband and our three small children.

I speak spanish very well and actually own my own business here in the DR, however as we have decided as a family to move back to the UK and as we are self employed here we can not apply for a spouse visa even though we earn three times the minimum income otherwise required.

So it has been sugessted we travel to an EU country first and Spain is the obvious choice as we are a spanish speaking family and I have to find work (even though financially we will not needed) so as we can then apply for a Family permit to move back to the UK.

As i have three small children and do not need to earn a particular amount, just be employed or self empoyed in Spain, I am looking for suggestions of work i can do that is part-time or on a self employed basis. We will be living off our salaries from the Dominican Republic. In a perfect world i would like a job where i could work from home, but I am open to sugestions and advice.

We have not decided on an area just yet, ideally Madrid would be perfect as being near the english consulate would be an advantage, however i realize the south and expat areas would offer me more perhaps.

I need advice on schools for my daughter who will be six in July, she is a spanish speaker, but understands english perfectly.

Advice on best areas to live with children for 3-6 months. Furnished rental properties etc.

Also perhaps advice from anyone in a similar situation to myself or someone who has done so I would really apreciate any comments.

Moving soon!

2013-05-14T08:08:33+01:00

Hey everyone, my wife and I are moving from Germany to Spain in August. We have all the usual questions that the new Barca residents have, but our case in special in that I’m an EU citizen (Italy). I’ve asked around on several message boards about health care, and all that I’m hearing is that we should probably go with Sanitas.

But here’s my question…Once we receive our residence permits (5 years for my wife, I believe), aren’t we then able to sign up for free national healthcare? Our total income is around 2600 euros.

If Sanitas and other private companies are our only options, I’ll understand. But I’m pretty sure we can sign up for the national plan. Any thoughts?

Also, we would like to start language school as soon as we arrive. What are the best/most reputable language schools?

Thanks a lot guys!

-GermanyToSpain

Hello from Prague

2013-05-11T17:00:33+01:00

Hi guys. Im going to Malaga next week. Could u plz tell me where i can find expats ppl there?

Many thanks
Anna

Hello from Almeria

2013-05-05T00:45:45+01:00

Hi all.

I’m Elle, and I live in Almeria. We were in Lanzarote for quite a few years… but came here last September.

Looking forward to getting to know some of you.

Just off to find the forum rules now.

Elle x

Help needed please :) retired expats in Spain!

2013-04-29T18:23:44+01:00

Hello,

I am trying to gather information on the positives and negatives of retiring to Spain for research on a project. Comments on reasons as to why you moved out there would particularly useful, considering anything from finances to family etc. Anything you can provide would be much appreciated. I am a university student and am gaining no profit from this it’s just for my coursework sorry to mention this but a few other forums are very strict about users posting asking for answers in regards to research.

Thanks a lot,
Williams92

Wedding Caricaturist

2013-04-29T14:44:48+01:00

Hi All,

Does anyone have an idea where I can hire a wedding caricaturist for a wedding in Palencia?

Thanks,

Bertie

Hello all!

2013-04-25T16:10:42+01:00

Hey! :D
I have just recently moved back to Spain after living and travelling in The Netherlands. I am a native from England.
Have just decided to come back and fulfill a dream of teaching English so I am currently here looking for some advice. I am currently doing a 120 hour online TEFL course and making good progress.
I am staying currently in Fuengirola and plan on living and staying in the area of here. Considering also Malaga area as I believe there are more language schools there that need native English teachers.
I have a good level of Spanish, bit rusty at the moment!. But now I am looking for an apartment or house to rent. I can see that the housing costs are much cheaper than 2 years ago which is great! But I am guessing that the wages have also gone down?
Sorry not sure where to write this but this is a introduction as to why I am here
If anyone has information on where to find TEFL jobs in Malaga or any decent place online to find housing to rent please let me know. I have been looking but maybe someone knows some inside information!

Thanks

Residencia Law

2013-04-23T14:19:31+01:00

Can anyone help me with the New Residence Law which entitles the Spanish Government to insist on knowing anything and everything that you may have in England? ie apparently if you own a house in England or bank accounts, you have to declare them by 30th April or you could be subject to a fine up to ten thousand euros. What the heck does it have to do with them? I pay my taxes in England and when I was working here, I paid taxes here as well. Does anyone know the legality of this new law? Please help as time is running out.

Enroute To Spain

2013-04-18T01:01:03+01:00

Greetings from the Sierra Nevada high desert. My wife and I plan on joining many of you in Spain as residents for probably 1 to 10 years. I’m retired and hope to enjoy the Spanish culture as well as the ocean views. My wife is younger and hopes to immerse herself in the culture as well. This website has a great deal of in depth information. We plan on visiting the areas around Barcelona for an initial view of where would be a good place to live for at least 6 months. Having lived for 3 years in Nancy, France back in the early 90’s, I truly understand it’s more gratifying to live amongst local population rather than attempting to live in “Little America.” Also during our initial visit, we’ll visit the grocery stores, furniture stores, restaurants (as you get older like me this becomes a highlight,) and government offices. I’ll also be looking into Internet, telephone, and postal services. After reading over several hundred postings by many who are just like us, knowing the Spanish laws and regulations which suit your needs can be taxing. I’m sure there are honorable attorneys in Spain who specialize in assisting newcomers. If any you have a recommendation on an attorney, please do so. In order to establish a connection with an attorney, I would appreciate an email address and phone number.

If you have any good recommendations on fun bars and restaurants in and around Barcelona, that would be a plus.

Muchas Gracias et Buenas Noches!

Don

Hi

2013-03-13T17:53:13+01:00

I am from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. My husband (Peter) and I are planning to more to Spain in the near future. Peter is from the UK and his parents retired to Spain 33 years ago. We feel that since they are aging, that we should go to be near them. To help out and spend as much time as we can with them. We have our house here in Ottawa up for sale and plan on moving when it sells.
I am now looking at what we need to prepare for our move. We already have a place to live in Spain. When my husbands parents moved there the purchased two homes. I have already have my Canadian papers in order and have had them stamped here in Canada at DFAIT and at the Spanish Embassy. Then the documents were translated from English to Spanish by an approved Spanish lawyer. My husband is an EU citizen, has his passport and he also has been paying voluntary contributions to the UK state pension.
I am looking for information with regards to health insurance, and any other helpful advice from anyone who has gone though the process of moving to Spain, and how you found the experience.