If you’ve ever tried to renovate anything in Spain that involves more than a coat of paint, you’ve probably heard the phrase licencia de obra mayor. It tends to arrive early in the process, usually delivered with a sigh by an architect or a neighbor who’s been through it before….
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The Emergency V16 Beacon What You Actually Need to Know
Starting January 2026, those trusty old warning triangles that have been cluttering up Spanish car boots for decades are officially getting the boot. Enter the new kid on the block: the connected V16 emergency beacon. And before you roll your eyes at yet another bit of Spanish bureaucracy, this one…
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E Scooter Insurance In Spain: All You Need To Know
Hopefully, this will clamp down on the idiots who use these things with no regard for other road users or pedestrians. What is E Scooter Insurance and Why Does Spain Require It? If you ride an electric scooter in Spain, big changes are coming. From January 2026, all personal mobility…
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Summer Holidays in Spain: 2025 Visa Tips for UK Travellers
Spain remains one of the most sought-after travel destinations for UK residents. The reason is not far-fetched, as Spain’s mild winters and warm summers keep attracting those looking to take a break from the UK’s weather. The process of travelling from the UK to Spain for summer holidays has changed…
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Revolut Spain Launches Sleek New ATMs
June 2025 saw Revolut Spain announcing changes that can only make people happier. If you’ve been using an ATM in Spain lately, you’ll know it can feel like stepping back in time — fiddly buttons, awful exchange rates, and sneaky fees that show up after you’ve taken your cash. But…
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Renting Out Your Property In Spain
Thinking About Renting Out Your Property in Spain? Here’s What You MUST Know About the New NRA Requirement. If you own a property in Spain and plan to rent it out for holiday lets or short‑term stays, big changes are coming — and they affect every region, every platform, and…
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How Technology is Transforming the Way You Travel to Spain: Digital Tools You Should Know
Travelling to Spain has never been easier, with the digital revolution transforming the manner in which we plan, book, and organize our travels. As an expat who has relocated to Spain or a visitor on holiday in Spain, technology is making the process of travel easier and less complicated. In…
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Legal Guide to Moving to Spain: Everything You Need to Know
Relocating to Spain is an exciting adventure, but it also comes with important legal and practical steps that you simply can’t afford to overlook. Whether you’re dreaming of sunny beaches, vibrant cities, or a relaxed lifestyle in the countryside, one thing is clear: having the right legal guidance is essential….
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Online Job Scams & Hackers
Stuff like these online job scams make my piss boil, to be totally blunt. ” ANYBODY WILLING TO ASSEMBLE CANDY BOXES FROM HOME. 38.53 AN HOURLY…..fsghs” and then they say they’re paying $45.00 an hour….. Expats in Spain Increasingly Targeted by Sophisticated Online Job Scams In recent months, a disturbing…
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Electric Bikes In Spain & The Law
Love them or loathe them, electric bikes in Spain are everywhere. I was with friends in Catral having a coffee at one of the many coffee shops, when a group of 14 came riding past, down the main road. Sat there upright and 2 abreast, ignoring the 15 cars, vans…