What documents do I need for Spanish Residency?

The documents you need for Spanish residency are very specific to your personal situation and can be quite endless, depending on your situation. I’ll try and summarize in a short blog. First and foremost, there are some documents which everybody needs for their Spanish residency application. You definitely have to have  a valid passport. And…

Do I qualify for Spanish Residency?

Spanish residency is a complicated thing to qualify for, but as long as you’ve got all your cards in a row, you can get it done. The first thing to consider when you’re looking to take Spanish residency is obviously make sure that you need it. The Spanish government require that anybody who spends more…

What is a Ficha Tecnica Reducida?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LPU0s41dRw0 What is a Ficha Tecnica Reducida? A ‘ficha tecnica reducida’ is a technical document which includes the specifications of a vehicle and is produced by a qualified technician. Amongst other things, it specifies the dimensions, power output, engine size, emissions, tyre specifications, the weight of the vehicle, VIN plate location and much more.  What…

How much does it cost to get Spanish residency?

So, how much does it cost to get Spanish residency? Here we break down the possible costs and things that you should be aware of: The application process While the Foreigner’s Office don’t charge for the appointment itself, there is a Spanish Government tax to pay, depending on the type of residency you are applying…

Private Health Care – requirements for Residency in Spain

Who needs private health care cover? If you’re planning to live in Spain and applying for residency, but won’t be working or haven’t yet reached State Pension age, then you’re going to need private health insurance for you and your family. What sort of policy will you need? The Foreigner’s Office is pretty strict when…