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New employment contract information rules in Spain from October 2026 If you employ someone in Spain, there are new rules you need to know about from 5 October 2026. The change isn’t about introducing a completely new type of employment contract. Its about making sure employees receive clear written information about their job, pay, hours

Higher Basura Fees for Tourist Rentals in Spain: What Owners Need to Know Have you received a surprisingly high basura bill for your holiday rental in Spain? You are not alone. Several Spanish councils are now treating tourist apartments more like hotels or commercial businesses when calculating the local rubbish collection charge. In some towns,

Register Your EU Car in Marbella Easy Guide to Registering an EU Vehicle in Marbella Moving to the sun-drenched Costa del Sol is an exciting adventure, but dealing with Spanish bureaucracy, especially registering your beloved EU vehicle, can quickly turn the dream into a headache. You’ve settled in Marbella or Málaga, but what now? If

British Citizens In Spain Need To Get a TIE Residents In Spain Need To Get a TIE To Prevent Travel Problems The British Embassy in Spain is urging all British nationals residing in Spain to exchange their green residency certificates for the Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero (TIE) as soon as possible. This recommendation comes

How to Claim Back Mortgage Costs in Spain Mortgage Expense Claims in Spain: Are You Eligible? It surprises us how many people are unaware that they may qualify for a mortgage expense refund in Spain. This may be because banks haven’t let people know about it. Imagine if you owed them money? You would soon

Deregistering or Re-registering a Vehicle in Spain: A Comprehensive Guide If you own a vehicle in Spain and need to deregister (“baja”) or re-register (“rehabilitación” or “alta”) it, understanding the procedures can save you time, money, and potential headaches. Here’s a simple, down-to-earth guide to help you navigate the process, including the different types of

Why So Hard to Exchange a Driving Licence in Spain? The Dreaded DGT Licence Exchange Appointment Dilemma For many Brits living in Spain, exchanging a UK driving licence for a Spanish one has become a bit of a nightmare. While the process itself is straightforward on paper, securing an appointment at the DGT (Dirección General

What’s the Difference Between NIE, NIF and TIE? Understanding Spain’s NIE, NIF, and TIE If you’re planning to live, work, or conduct financial activities in Spain, you’ll quickly come across three key terms: NIE, NIF, and TIE. While they can seem confusing, understanding what each one represents will help you navigate Spanish bureaucracy more easily.

New Regulations for Holiday Rentals – August 2024 Holiday Rentals Law in Andalucía – August 2024 Update – VUT On February 22, 2024, new regulations were passed in Spain, significantly impacting Viviendas de Uso Turístico (VUT), or holiday rentals, with specific changes tailored to the autonomous community of Andalusia. These regulations (Decree 31/2024) became effective

Is Spain Changing the 90-Day Rule? Since Brexit, many UK citizens who have residences in Spain have been unable to stay in Spain longer than 90 days in 180 days due to the Schengen Law. Recently, Spain has tried to scrap the 90-day limit for UK visitors. There has been a lot of speculation about