Seaandsun4me
American expat in Spain
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About me
American
Speaks Sadly only English at the moment but, I’m learning Spanish.
Registration: 19 January 2024
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NLV Health Insurance for over age 75 by Seaandsun4me
I’m looking for health insurance that meets the requirements of the non-lucrative visa for retirees for over age 75. I’m struggling to find a plan for over 75. Does anyone have experience with this? Is there a Spanish insurance that ...
@Ratchetsmum No such luck. We’re American. I’m really scared this will prevent our move. Read More
Mobile phone plans in Spain by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Staying connected while living in Spain remains a priority for expats, especially when choosing a mobile operator or to understand the local specificities of mobile plans. Here some elements to consider: How to choose your ...
I am having one heck of a time with this. I cant get a phone number until i get my NIE. I cant get my NIE until i can get an appointment to get one which requires an email and/or phone number. My emails are being rejected. That may have ... Read More
Health Insurance for NLV by mbatchelar
Hi there I am looking into moving to Spain and the requirement to purchase health insurance up front for 12 months for a non lucrative visa. There seem to be an array of different health insurance companies based in Spain many with some poor ...
@gwynj Of the six or seven companies I just looked through for visa approval, the shortest termination of policy date was 8 months. So, you can no longer cancel your policy as soon as you get your visa. And coverage often only really begins ... Read More
Health Insurance for NLV by mbatchelar
Hi there I am looking into moving to Spain and the requirement to purchase health insurance up front for 12 months for a non lucrative visa. There seem to be an array of different health insurance companies based in Spain many with some poor ...
@mbatchelar Hi Margaret, I’m in the process too so, here’s what I’ve learned so far. In January 2024, 4 days after landing in Barcelona my mother required a pace maker to our surprise. Fortunately, I had bought travel ... Read More
NLV Health Insurance for over age 75 by Seaandsun4me
I’m looking for health insurance that meets the requirements of the non-lucrative visa for retirees for over age 75. I’m struggling to find a plan for over 75. Does anyone have experience with this? Is there a Spanish insurance that ...
@gwynjIt It seems insurance has changed. i cant get my mom covered with any of the mentioned brands. or Sanitas, or Allianz. Ugh, is this the thing that prevents our move?? I was quoted over €2300,00 per MONTH by a broker for FMU ... Read More
NLV Health Insurance for over age 75 by Seaandsun4me
I’m looking for health insurance that meets the requirements of the non-lucrative visa for retirees for over age 75. I’m struggling to find a plan for over 75. Does anyone have experience with this? Is there a Spanish insurance that ...
@rogerroberts22 Thank you! i appreciate your input and i will look into the company you mentioned. We are not in Spain at the moment so, local isn’t an option at the moment. Read More
NLV Health Insurance for over age 75
I’m looking for health insurance that meets the requirements of the non-lucrative visa for retirees for over age 75. I’m struggling to find a plan for over 75. Does anyone have experience with this? Is there a Spanish insurance that ... Read More
Non-lucrative visa where do we start ? by Seaandsun4me
Hi, I’m an American moving to Spain hopefully by the end of May. Our next step is applying for visas. we want to do the non-lucrative visa. My closest consulate is Washington DC. My question is where do I start? Who do I call? Do I ...
@rdruby699 Great informmation! I have just learned this too. Thank you! Read More
Non-lucrative visa where do we start ? by Seaandsun4me
Hi, I’m an American moving to Spain hopefully by the end of May. Our next step is applying for visas. we want to do the non-lucrative visa. My closest consulate is Washington DC. My question is where do I start? Who do I call? Do I ...
@compel Update, turns out each consulate has its own separate requirements so be sure to find out which one is ”yours”. After March 1st the Washington DC consulate is requiring physical appointments. meaning, you have to go there. ... Read More
Professional to help with healthcare related questions? by wisgary
I am debating a future NLV move, for a family of 2 kids, 2 adults, and an elder. 5 people total. The elder has some preexisting conditions (CIDP, needing IVIG) that would likely significantly complicate if not entirely block the move due to health ...
@wisgary I’m in a similar predicament with mbc. I enlisted the help of a company in Spain called Settle Easy. The bottom line is, I will not be covered in Spain for my first year for this condition. I will have to fly home for my scans ... Read More
Non-lucrative visa where do we start ? by Seaandsun4me
Hi, I’m an American moving to Spain hopefully by the end of May. Our next step is applying for visas. we want to do the non-lucrative visa. My closest consulate is Washington DC. My question is where do I start? Who do I call? Do I ...
@gwynj Thats a big help, thank you!! Read More
Non-lucrative visa where do we start ? by Seaandsun4me
Hi, I’m an American moving to Spain hopefully by the end of May. Our next step is applying for visas. we want to do the non-lucrative visa. My closest consulate is Washington DC. My question is where do I start? Who do I call? Do I ...
I have read that I have to get an fbi background check and physically go to the Spanish embassy to apply. Which is a 6 hour drive for me. So you are saying I don’t have to go? I’ve been on the website. Even when I have google ... Read More
Non-lucrative visa where do we start ? by Seaandsun4me
Hi, I’m an American moving to Spain hopefully by the end of May. Our next step is applying for visas. we want to do the non-lucrative visa. My closest consulate is Washington DC. My question is where do I start? Who do I call? Do I ...
@Bhavna Thank you! Read More
Cost of living in Spain in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Spain, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in Spain. Here are ...
We just got back from Valencia a couple of days ago. (January 31, 2024) after a horrible experience house hunting. We did not really want city center. We wanted a suburban feel. I used Idealista to find apartments as in my ... Read More
Non-lucrative visa where do we start ?
Hi, I’m an American moving to Spain hopefully by the end of May. Our next step is applying for visas. we want to do the non-lucrative visa. My closest consulate is Washington DC. My question is where do I start? Who do I call? Do I ... Read More