@nj_bcn
American expat in Spain
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31 posts
About me
American
Lives in Barcelona
Speaks English, Spanish, Catalan
Registration: 01 July 2009
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Help please... We're moving to Barcelona asap! by Rubio00
Hi there... We're two designers (+baby and dog) moving to Barcelona (escaping London) in October but need some help while we haven't mastered the language yet. We need help dealing with estate agents for finding an apartment, studio and ...
What floor area are you looking for? How many m2? ... more or less.... Read More
Help please... We're moving to Barcelona asap! by Rubio00
Hi there... We're two designers (+baby and dog) moving to Barcelona (escaping London) in October but need some help while we haven't mastered the language yet. We need help dealing with estate agents for finding an apartment, studio and ...
Hmmm.... I understand what you mean when you say that people are "confused" by the idea of living in a semi-industrial multi-functional space ... I spent some time in (old) Williamsburg, Brooklyn before coming here ... and when I was ... Read More
Help please... We're moving to Barcelona asap! by Rubio00
Hi there... We're two designers (+baby and dog) moving to Barcelona (escaping London) in October but need some help while we haven't mastered the language yet. We need help dealing with estate agents for finding an apartment, studio and ...
Long-term rental .... or short-term? (If it's less than 11 months it's an entirely different type of rental...and agency) Hitting brick walls? ... Welcome to Spain! (sorry for the sarcasm ... but get ready to be tenacious and ... Read More
DUAL NATIONALITY in SPAIN (for US natives)...RENOUNCE US Citizenship?! by nj_bcn
So, I just reached the final step in the 6-year process of being approved for Spanish nationality. I was filling out the online form to attend the "sworn oath" and when I reached the last of 4 steps, the button that says something like "I renounce ...
Son españoles de origen: Los nacidos de padre o madre española. Los nacidos en España cuando sean hijos de padres extranjeros si, al menos uno de los padres, ha nacido en España (se exceptúan los hijos de diplomáticos). (fuente: ... Read More
DUAL NATIONALITY in SPAIN (for US natives)...RENOUNCE US Citizenship?! by nj_bcn
So, I just reached the final step in the 6-year process of being approved for Spanish nationality. I was filling out the online form to attend the "sworn oath" and when I reached the last of 4 steps, the button that says something like "I renounce ...
....Now I'm wondering if there are any people who have: OBTAINED SPANISH CITIZENSHIP (Having followed the procedure of "renouncing" their US citizenship before Spanish authorities)AND HAVE SUBSEQUENTLY HAD A CHILD(or children)IN SPAIN AND HAVE ... Read More
DUAL NATIONALITY in SPAIN (for US natives)...RENOUNCE US Citizenship?! by nj_bcn
So, I just reached the final step in the 6-year process of being approved for Spanish nationality. I was filling out the online form to attend the "sworn oath" and when I reached the last of 4 steps, the button that says something like "I renounce ...
All of this sounds promising ... however, it's still a BIG and SCARY step. I consulted with a lawyer (friend) who said that if it were her, she would not renounce the US citizenship before the Spanish authorities. If it's a signed application it's ... Read More
DUAL NATIONALITY in SPAIN (for US natives)...RENOUNCE US Citizenship?!
So, I just reached the final step in the 6-year process of being approved for Spanish nationality. I was filling out the online form to attend the "sworn oath" and when I reached the last of 4 steps, the button that says something like "I renounce ... Read More
DUAL NATIONALITY in SPAIN (for US natives)...RENOUNCE US Citizenship?!
So, I just reached the final step in the 6-year process of being approved for Spanish nationality. I was filling out the online form to attend the "sworn oath" and when I reached the last of 4 steps, the button that says something like "I renounce ... Read More
Residence in Spain by mikewood
Hi everyone I've just moved to Barcelona with my family for the next two years and will be opening a bank account tomorrow. To do this I need to decide whether to be resident in Spain or not. I assume I have to be resident but wanted to know ...
Depending where you're from, and how often you'll be leaving and coming back during your 2-year "vacation" ... you may not have any other option than being a "resident". As per driving (I'm from the US) I know that there is a 6-month limit to ... Read More
Au Pair from Texas living in Barcelona! by bmq1286
Hello! I'm new to the forum, my name's Brandi and I moved to Barcelona 3 weeks ago as an au pair. I'll be living here for a year, and while I already have some friends here, there's always room for more :) Feel free to message me if you ever want to ...
Welcome to Barcelona ... my adventure began with a one-year stay as well ... 13+ years ago ... Just in case you may have any contacts with people here on a Study-Abroad program, I wanted to pass this link along to you. Please check it out and pass ... Read More
Spanish classes by z.h01
Hi My name is Zayn and i have moved to BCN from Manchester,UK. I moved to Barcelona because it is a beautiful city with lots going on!! I was wondering if any one knows where i can take spanish classes as soon as possible??
Hey Zayn, I'm a 12-year+ US expat here in Barcelona with full fluency in Spanish and advanced level in Catalan ... I want to learn guitar ... Anyone interested in an exchange? Read More
Jamming / making music by giovannie
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I picked up my first 6-string a year or so ago ... and between trying to juggle life, 2 kids, running/training for marathons, etc ... I've been trying to become that "self-taught" guitar player I've always dreamed of being ... (DAMN it's a SLOW ... Read More
American Couple Moving To Barcelona--What are the best areas to live by OhioCouple
My partner and I are moving to Barcelona in the next few months, and are looking for advice on the best areas to live in. We want to buy versus rent, and are trying to get a handle on where to live. Several areas so far that have hit our list ...
My partner and I are moving to Barcelona in the next few months, and are looking for advice on the best areas to live in. We want to buy versus rent, and are trying to get a handle on where to live. Several areas so far that have hit our list ... Read More
Barcelona Franchise by w221bdp
Hi, Is there anyone on here that would be interested in running a franchise for Barcelona. It is a website that is aimed at English speaking expats and tourists. Regards Walter
I'd love to hear some details ... Feel free to send me a message and we can open up the lines of communicatioin ... You've got my attention ... Hope to hear from you soon. R.M. Read More
IMPORTANT QUERY on Spanish Police Clearance Certificate ..!!! by indianabroad
Hi all, I am having an important query regarding collecting the Spanish Police Certificate or "Certificación de Antecedentes Penales". I am going to applying for a work contract visa for Spain at my country India and for this i need to have this ...
I am going to be submitting mine tomorrow ... I am from the US and acquired mine from the FBI. You must acquire it from your country of origin (I believe) Read More