How to get your FBI check for visa from USA

Confusingly, the FBI Criminal Record check for a visa application from the USA isn’t actually called that – you need to get an “Identity History Summary” and here’s how to do it. There are three ways to get your Summary: Apply online via the FBI web portal Download the forms from the FBI and submit…

National Police Station Torrevieja – Foreigner’s Office

If you live in Torrevieja and surrounding areas, then your NIE, EU residency or TIE card appointment will be at the Foreigner’s Office (Extranjeria) of the National Police Station (Comisaria de Policia) in Torrevieja. The address is: CNP Torrevieja, Arquitecto Larramendi 3 03182 Torrevieja Here’s a Google Maps link for location, directions etc. Google Maps…

Residency in Spain for EU passport holders – all you need to know

Criteria for residency in Spain as an EU passport holder The requirements are the same for any EU passport holder –  proof of economic sustainability, healthcare and proof of where you are living. Proof of income to support yourself and your family – you’ll need to prove “sufficient resources not to become a burden for…

National Police station Baza (Granada) – Foreigner’s office

If you live near Baza or surrounding areas, your appointment for your TIE card will be at the Foreigner’s Office (Extranjería) of the National Police Station (Comisaria de Policía) in Baza city centre.  The building itself wouldn’t look out of place in a Harry Potter movie. Unlike the modern buildings in Almeria or Marbella, this…

How to retire to Spain

When thinking about retiring to Spain, where on earth do you start?  Chris from Upsticks gives you a few pointers in this YouTube Video covering Residency status, choosing somewhere to live & starting a new life in Spain.  You can also download this PDF with handy tips and hints to start planning your new life…