Clients travelling south through eastern Spain have successfully obtained their Declaration of Entry at the Policía Nacional in Teruel. This can be particularly useful if your route takes you down through Aragón towards Valencia, Alicante, Murcia or onwards towards Andalucía.Rather than waiting until you reach your final destination and then trying to find a police…
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…
Once you have registered your S1 with the Social Security office, you will receive an official document called the DOCUMENTO ACREDITATIVO DEL DERECHO A ASISTENCIA SANITARIA. Step 1: Check Your Details This is a very important first step. Before heading to the health center, carefully review the information on your letter to ensure it is…
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…
