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The Victoria Beer Factory Tour – Malaga

Since moving its factory back to Málaga in 2014, Cervezas Victoria, or Victoria Beers, has truly made its mark on the city. Originally established in 1908, the company decided to reopen its doors in its birthplace, challenging major competitors like San Miguel and Cruzcampo. In the province of Málaga, it has been a resounding success.…

Apartados de Correos – PO box in Spain

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2HeiO5I3EM An “Apartado de Correos” in Spain functions like a PO Box service in other countries. If you can’t receive post where you live, perhaps because you live in the countryside or because your apartment block doesn’t have a separate and secure post box area, this is a good alternative. You can get an APARTADO…

DIGITAL CERTIFICATE – what is it and why you need one

What is a Digital Certificate  in Spain? Also known as the Citizen’s or User’s Certificate, a Digital Certificate (Certificado Digital in Spanish) is a piece of digital code/software that contains your verified  personal details. Think of it as a secure, unique online ID that sits on your device and activates automatically when you need it.…

How to change your address in Spain

If you decide to move house in Spain, as well as friends and family, there’s a fair few services and organisations you will need to inform with your new address details. These are Upsticks top tips on how to change your address in Spain. WHO DO YOU NEED TO TELL? To get you started, this…

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…