@kevin4626
English expat in Spain
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Registration: 28 July 2021
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Hello everyone! Family living in Valencia by Sue Sabuncu
Hey everyone, We are family living in Valencia for 2 months. I run a digital agency and enjoying here in Spain. Just wanted to say hi
Hi Sue and familyWelcome to our beautiful City, tough time to be here, but we will rebuild. Read More
A good bank account for a self-employed person? by jobethsteel
HelloCan anyone recommend a good bank account for a self-employed person in Spain? I have researched this but would love some feedback from actual customers.I'm starting a counselling business in Madrid (online and walk and talk therapy), so it's ...
@jobethsteel Hi JoI have been autonomo for multiple years use BBVA, I am very happy with their services.RegardsKevin Read More
Florida Resident moving to Spain by charmingeve81
Hi my name is Eve and have toured many areas of Spain. For the last few years have tried to go to Alicante and Covid had closed that door, even lost my flight money. Now i am concerned about World Issues and yet am considering another final effort ...
@charmingeve81 Hi Eve, i would strongly reccomend Valencia, its a beautiful City. If you need any help please let me know.SaludosKevin Read More
How can I run a buying and selling business ? by johnandhay
Hi guys my name is john I am ready to move to Spain with my fiancé and 8 month old baby I am looking for a sales job mainly work from home. Or any ideas on how I can run a buying and selling business also thank you guys john
@johnandhay***RegardsKevin Read More
Looking for place to stay in Valencia by Irina Safronsky
My husband and I looking for advise where to find a one month rental appartment in Valencia (preferably in the old city), we are thinking about moving to Valencia from Toronto Canada, and want to look around before we make a decisionThanks in ...
@Irina Safronsky What time of the year are you thinking of? Read More
Gay Married Couple Looking to Relocate to Spain by markegoldstein
The question is where in Spain would a gay married couple in their 60s feel more comfortable? The choices are :Malaga/Torremolinos, Alicante, or Valencia.We like to make gay friends and have all the amenities that a decent-sized city would have ...
Hi RedlodgeI haven't seen Tom's response, but I live in Valencia, and having lived and travelled the world, for me its the best place ever, which the exception of one thing Las Fallas, and thats because we have 3 little fur babies.Happy to help if I ... Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
@gyoung5718 When you come to resell if any of the property is still technically "illegal" it wouldn't be considered in any bank valuations for example if your property is 300m2 and 100m2 is illegal, the bank will only value the 200m2 and this would ... Read More
Purchase house central Malaga by gyoung5718
Hello AllIn the process purchasing house in central Malaga.Original house was built 1936.The rear of the building has been extended with 2additional floors (ground floor, first floor, second floor).Have found out that the top floor is not registered ...
@gyoung5718 I purchased a house in Mallorca Spain after a full survey, a few years later I went to release equity and the second survey showed the top floor was built without permissions, so the value of my property was reduced on a % basis for the ... Read More
Renting in Valencia with a pet cat by NomadWriter
I have been looking online to gauge apartment rental costs and every place I look at states they don't accept pets. I am moving to Valencia with a cat. What is the best way to find an apartment to rent that accepts pets? Is there perhaps an agency ...
@NomadWriter From experience this is what you will find renting as a "foreigner and cat owner" in Valencia, lots of owners don't like foreigners if they are not actively employed here in Spain (the reason is bizarre) then add the pet aspect and your ... Read More
Renting in Spain for a year by sanmaid
Hi everyone looking for information regarding the new Spanish rules regarding the amount of time we can stay in Spain for long term rental.I have a EU passport My husband has a UK passport His sister and our brother in law are married and ...
Hi, you may have a challenge renting being retired, many owners of properties here like their tenants to be in full time employment as they feel that gives them protection if rent's are unpaid, so this could limit your options or possibly incur a ... Read More
Visa denied by TinaChico
Hi All, Has anyone been denied a self employed visa for Spain? I am British and I have applied for the self employed visa. After 18 weeks of waiting for a reply I have finally heard from the authorities in Huesca north Spain where me & my ...
Hi TinaI found this link that may help you, I would reccomend using such an agency because paperwork and beuracracy is an absolute nightmare in Spain. https://myspainvisa.com/self-employed-visa-spain/ Read More
Visa denied by TinaChico
Hi All, Has anyone been denied a self employed visa for Spain? I am British and I have applied for the self employed visa. After 18 weeks of waiting for a reply I have finally heard from the authorities in Huesca north Spain where me & my ...
Hi, I'm not sure what you are applying for? There is no self employed visa for Spain, you need to apply for residency if you want to live and work in Spain, a non lucrative visa will let you live here but not work, a golden visa lets ... Read More
Rent a car on Málaga by gaellemilin
I must rent a car for my parents who will stay 32 days near Málaga between March and Apr. My mother only will drive. I don't know where I could ask because all the prices are very high! And because she is 79 , for sure! Could anyone help ...
google Any car hire at malaga airport, the prices are all competitive. Read More