Empadronamiento: Town Hall Registration in Spain

The padrón is the single most important evidence of residency – you might even need it before you get a visa or residency. Brits just learned this the hard way with Brexit in 2020. Learn how to empadronarse, the benefits of the padrón, the pitfalls and the documents you'll need to present to complete and renew the empadronamiento in your town or city.

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Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) Spain: American Edition

The nearly infamous, and relatively easy-to-get nonlucrative visa for Spain is now the primary route to Spanish residency for Americans, Canadians, Russians, and (thanks to Brexit) even for Brits. Here's a guide to doing the American NLV application process (assisted by an immigration attorney) with detailed consulate requirements variations and exclusive consulate ratings!

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Teach English in Spain: Teaching TEFL/TESOL, TEFL Courses

Our first part of five articles providing information about teaching English in Spain. Discussion of TEFL, TESOL, certificates, TEFL school accreditation, and what to expect from your TEFL course.

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Visa for Spain

Spain Expat's comprehensive information for obtaining the various visas -other than a working visa- and residency information: retirement visas, self- employment or investment visas and more.

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Start a Business in Spain

Essential steps, tips and practical advice to start a business in Spain.

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Driving in Spain: Licenses and Regulations

Information on driver’s licenses and regulations in Spain.

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