Declaration of Entry to Spain

So, great news—you’ve got your visa, and you’re heading to Spain! In this article, we’ll explain what to do if you’re not entering Spain directly but driving through France, as this is the case for many of our clients. Entry Stamp into France The first and most important step when travelling through France is to…

What documents DON´T you need for your NLV Renewal

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WArH9rrWM_A&t=24s We always focus on the documents needed for your Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV), but the good news is that there are two documents that you DON’T need for the renewal – read on to find out more. The Medical Certificate Remember when you first applied for your NLV and had to get that medical certificate…

What’s it’s really like to apply for a visa at BLS Edinburgh

Ever wondered what will actually happen at your Non-Lucrative Visa Application appointment? An Upsticks client very kindly sent us this comprehensive report of what it’s like to apply for your Non-lucrative visa at the BLS Processing Centre in Edinburgh. “We arrived in Edinburgh with plenty of time for our 1 p.m. appointment and parked in…

MANCHESTER BLS Visa Processing Centre

In order to live in Spain, UK passport holders need to apply for a Non-Lucrative Visa at a visa processing centre and each centre covers a specific area of the country. If you live in Wales, the Isle of Man or anywhere between Northamptonshire and North Yorkshire, your processing centre is BLS in Manchester. IMPORTANT:…

UK PASSPORT VALIDITY – IMPORTANT- Check your passport dates

Since the UK left the European Union, British passport holders have been subject to more stringent rules regarding their travel documents. Fall foul of these new rules and you may find yourself having problems when travelling and potentially with a visa application. While UK passport holders still enjoy visa-free travel to the EU for 90…