Padron certificate – What is it, how to get one and why do you need it?

What is the padron? In a nutshell, the Padron is roughly equivalent to the Electoral Register in the UK; a list of people resident in a town or area. Its full name in Spanish is Certificado de Empadronamiento. If you are registered on the Padron you are considered to be Empadronado. How do I register…

Healthcare requirements to get residency in Spain

An important part of the application process to gain the right to residency in Spain is proving that you have suitable healthcare cover. The National Police station in Fuengirola published a notice explaining the healthcare requirements and we’ve translated the information into bite-size pieces for you. They start by saying why they have published the…

National Police station Benalmádena – Foreigner’s Office

If you live in Benalmádena, or surrounding areas, your NIE, EU residency application or TIE card appointment will be at the Foreigner’s Office (Extranjeria) of the National Police Station (Comisaria de Policia) in Benalmádena Arroyo de la Miel . The address is:Calle Las Flores, 6, 29631 BenalmádenaHere is a LINK to Google Maps.  Parking isn’t available in…