The “Sea of Plastic” is a conversation that almost always comes up when we’re helping our clients move to Spain. Many choose the coastal lifestyle of Almerimar, living right in the heart of this vast, shimmering landscape of 33,000 hectares of greenhouses—one of the few man-made structures visible from space. Others prefer the mountain charm…
Once you have registered your S1 with the Social Security office, you will receive an official document called the DOCUMENTO ACREDITATIVO DEL DERECHO A ASISTENCIA SANITARIA. Step 1: Check Your Details This is a very important first step. Before heading to the health center, carefully review the information on your letter to ensure it is…
At Upsticks, we are incredibly passionate about what we do. Helping people navigate residency and start their new lives in Spain isn’t just a job for us—it’s a mission. We love seeing our community settle in and thrive under the Spanish sun! As our community grows, we receive more and more questions every day. While…
If you’re moving to Spain and driving down through France, you probably already know about the Declaration of Entry (DDE). As we’ve mentioned in our main guide to the DDE, this little piece of paper is a big deal. Because there are no “hard” borders between France and Spain, your passport won’t get stamped automatically.…
This October, Alicante takes centre stage as it hosts the Walking Football World Nations Cup 2025 — an inspiring international event that celebrates sport, community, and wellbeing. Running from 21st to 31st October, the tournament brings together men’s and women’s walking football teams from across the globe, competing in multiple age categories — including Mens…
