https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zDTbxMgUuBQ&t=587s In simple terms, the nearest equivalent to a Padron is the Electoral Register in the UK – a list of residents in a town or area. The complete name in Spanish is Certificado de Empadronamiento, but most people just call it a Padron certificate. Registering on the Padron means you’re officially living in that…
One question we get asked a lot at Upsticks when helping clients with the visa and residency process for relocation to Spain is what they should (and shouldn’t) pack to take to their new home in the sun. We’ve seen some great general advice like “bring just your passport, patience and an open mind” or…
If you live in Almeria and surrounding areas and need to apply for your NIE number, EU residency or TIE card, your appointment could be at the Foreigner’s Office (Extranjeria) of the National Police Station (Comisaria de Policia) in El Ejido The address is: Avenida del Bulevar, 117, 04700 El Ejido, Almería Here is a…
Back to work after the Christmas break and we already have our eyes on the next `festivo´ So, what is a festivo? In Spain, a “festivo” is a public holiday or “festive day” that marks cultural, religious, or national celebrations – each region of Spain has their own specific festivos as well as national holidays.…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJ5apocz6RM&t=39s When registering your vehicle in Spain, if you live in the Alicante area, the San Bartolome ITV station is one of the closest to Orihuela, Torrevieja, San Miguel de Salinas and surrounding areas. There’s another one down in Torrevieja, but it gets busier than this one, so we prefer to use this station to…
