Understanding the validity of a Padron Certificate in Spain

If you’re coming to live in Spain, the Padron Certificate is probably one of the most important documents you’ll need, as it’s official proof of address in Spain. There are many common misconceptions surrounding the validity of this essential piece of paper, and we’ll try to clear up any confusion in this article. The importance…

How to get a Padron certificate in ROJALES (Alicante)

The nearest UK equivalent to the Padron is the Electoral Register, a list of residents in a town or area. The complete name in Spanish is Certificado de Empadronamiento, but most people just call it the Padron. Registering on the Padron means you’re officially living in that town and are therefore  “Empadronado.” As well as…

How to get a Padron certificate in ALGORFA (Alicante)

The nearest UK equivalent to the Padron is the Electoral Register, a list of residents in a town or area. The complete name in Spanish is Certificado de Empadronamiento, but most people just call it the Padron. Registering on the Padron means you’re officially living in that town and this is called being  “Empadronado.” As…

How to get a Padron certificate in Guardamar del Segura – Alicante

In simple terms, the nearest equivalent to a Padron is the Electoral Register in the UK – a list of residents in a town or area. The complete name in Spanish is Certificado de Empadronamiento, but most people just call it a Padron certificate. Registering on the Padron means you’re officially living in that town,…

Being a good neighbour in Spain – the Gecor app

With the best will in the world, your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento) and the teams responsible for keeping things ship shape in your municipality, can’t be everywhere at once. Local authorities rely on citizens to keep them updated about issues and the Gecor app is a great way of doing this. Funded by the Spanish…