MURCIA LIFESTYLE

Brits in Spain should apply for TIE cards NOW as appointments are plentiful This is the ideal time to apply for an appointment as many of those applying for residency are unable to enter Spain at the moment There are few positives to the coronavirus pandemic, but Brits living in Spain who want to change their green residency.. 17/02/2021

Basic information for British nationals considering moving to Spain in 2021 There is help available from official sources to help you make your move The UK Government basic information webpage will answer the majority of questions and direct you to the correct information produced by the Spanish Government It's.. 16/12/2020

Avalon wins award for Best Funeral Plan Provider for the second year in a row at this year’s Personal Finance AwardsAvalon Funeral Plans is celebrating a coveted award win after being named ‘Best Funeral Plan Provider’ at the 2020/21 Personal Finance Awards for the second year running.  Now in its 23rd year, the Personal Finance Awards has long been recognised..

The Spanish tax deadline approaches for owners of second homes In Spain. Spanish Taxes OnlineDo you own a second home in Spain? The deadline for Modelo 210 tax submissions is looming on December 31 st – and a new  service, Spanish Taxes Online, can save you hundreds in fees. As well as loads of time and all the hassle of having to..

How to make a Will in SpainIf you have assets in Spain it is essential to make a Will In our own household the impending departure of the UK from the EU has prompted a full revision of all documentation relating to our own residence in Spain, and a general process to "tidy.. 25/02/2020

Why some Spanish bank accounts are being blockedAccounts are not being blocked because of anything to do with Brexit; account holders must re-affirm their identity every 2 years regardless of nationality Recently some readers have been expressing concerns over their Spanish bank accounts being.. 04/02/2020

Changing UK driving licences to Spanish as Brexit loomsThose who are resident in Spain MUST change their licences "You will have until 31 December (2020) to exchange your UK licence for a Spanish one under the current rules. But don't leave it til the last minute - book an appointment on dgt.. 17/01/2020

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral in Spain continues to rise and most Spanish families take out some kind of funeral plan to cover..

Applying for new or replacement passports as a British national living in Spain Changes to the system for Spanish-based expats came into effect on 13th May 2013 Changes to the procedures for obtaining new or replacement passports. British nationals living here in Spain should be aware that the procedures for applying for new or..

Europe Direct Information Centres in Spain These European Commission Centres exist to help EU citizens find practical information and advice on exercising their rights in the European Union Today, Viviane Reding, Vice-President of the European Commission presented the next phase of development.. 18/03/2013

Be informed, property tax is calculated on the book value of property, not mid crisis prices The taxman does not understand the concept of bargain homes This is a very interesting aspect of the economic crisis and the decline in house price values, which is leaving bargain buyers with a nasty shock. The sale price of a home is one thing.. 26/02/2013

Uninsured Brits face massive medical bills if things go wrong in Spain Over-55s risk huge medical bills by failing to take out comprehensive holiday insurance The British Embassy have issued a statement asking all of those who have friends or family visiting to make sure they take out adequate travel insurance before.. 13/02/2013

Spanish gas scams: the facts Gas inspectors, is this a scam?  A local reader asked us to verify if the company who charged her elderly mother 140 euros for changing the gas fittings on her cooker and boiler was legitimate or  if she had been ripped off by unscrupulous.. 12/12/2012

Your queries: What is the difference between fiscal and civil residency? What constitutes a Spanish resident, and should I pay my taxes here or in the UK? Many expats who own property here divide their time between the UK and Spain. During the boom years in Spain, there was very little genuine concern over how many expats.. 20/11/2012

Have you got visitors coming over from the UK this year? Nearly half of the Brits travelling to Spain don´t realise they will have to pay for medical costs if they don´t have travel insurance. If we based our figures on the quantity of people who came here last year, 6.5 million people could.. 18/07/2012

New Residency requirements for EU citizens living in Spain Important, Changes to Spanish Residency laws affect Spanish health cover arrangements. There has been a great deal of coverage given to the whole issue of medical care in Spain during the last few months, one of the biggest issues being the Spanish.. 17/07/2012

Health Provision and Insurance in Spain Healthcare in Murcia   The question of whether we are entitled to receive healthcare in Spain is a complicated one, as it very much depends on the age and residency status of an individual. This attempts to clarify the system and help you..