At Upsticks, we spend a lot of time helping people plan their move to Spain, but behind the paperwork, appointments and practical advice, there’s also the real side of family life abroad. In this latest podcast episode, Chris from Upsticks sits down with his daughter, Ayla, for a friendly and honest conversation about Ayla, day-to-day…
In an effort to address the chronic administrative delays within provincial foreigner offices (Oficinas de Extranjería), the Spanish government has implemented a centralized solution: UTEX. This unit represents a significant shift toward the digital centralization of residency processing in Spain. Origins and Purpose of UTEX The Unidad de Tramitación de Expedientes de Extranjería (UTEX) was…
At Upsticks, we are incredibly passionate about what we do. Helping people navigate residency and start their new lives in Spain isn’t just a job for us—it’s a mission. We love seeing our community settle in and thrive under the Spanish sun! As our community grows, we receive more and more questions every day. While…
Spain’s Non-Lucrative Visa has changed — and the 2025 rules could impact your ability to renew. Our latest video explains the new 365-day validity, what it means for your residency start date, and why the return of the 183-day rule means careful planning is more important than ever
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQCliZu_kSc&t=17s This week, we had the pleasure of sitting down for a heartwarming and insightful podcast episode with Bambi and Jojo – a duo many will recognise from the popular TV series Bargain Loving Brits in the Sun. But there’s more to these two vibrant women than just their on-screen charm. They’ve taken their personal…
