Epic Spain is the promise of a wildly sweet expat life. In the sunny kingdom, you\u2019ll find the meaning of hospitality, you\u2019ll get to work in a cosy environment, and you\u2019ll discover incredible cultural gems. Global Health has some tips to get moving and make yourself right at home in the land of matadors and jam\u00f3n!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Iberian Peninsula attracts expatriates from many countries and communities, both working and retired, who settle there with their family, on their own or as a couple. You may wonder, as an American, as an Australian, or as a foreigner, what steps you need to consider before moving and starting your new life as an expatriate in Spain. Read on to follow our guide\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many expats, especially digital nomads, are attracted by the charms of Catalonia<\/strong>, mainly because of the charisma of cosmopolitan Barcelona\u2026But further south, there is also Valencia, a wonderful metropolis that is both traditional and modern, and Madrid, the superb royal capital, which is very popular with young people and urban souls with a passion for culture. Then there is fiery Seville, with its artistic soul and laid-back style. And if you really want to take it easy while working, Malaga is a great destination for expats looking to just chill! In any case, speaking Castilian is essential for wishing to properly integrate and complete administrative formalities with ease. And in Barcelona, Valencia and the Balearic Islands, Catalan quickly becomes essential for the same reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The N.I.E. (Foreigners\u2019 identity number) is a unique and personal number<\/strong> that identifies you for life as an expatriate in Spain. Even if you are a European Union (EU) national, you must apply for it and register with the authorities if you\u2019re planning to stay in Spain for more than three months. Getting your N.I.E. is key to taking any further administrative steps in Spain, such as renting a flat, accessing public healthcare or opening a bank account. To get it, you must make an appointment with the Foreigners’ Office in the province where you intend to settle. It is necessary to plan this appointment in advance because it may take about a month (quick tip: if you log in at 8.30am, you will probably have the best chance of getting one quickly!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are an EU\/EEA national<\/strong>, you are entitled to settle and work in Spain without a visa or work permit. This is not the case for expatriates from outside the EU\/EEA<\/strong> who must apply for a long-term visa to live and work in Spain. If you are an employee, your employer will take care of legalising your employment status in the country. Freelancers have to apply for the long-term visa at the nearest Oficina de extranjeros<\/em>. If you wish to set up your own business in Spain or work as a freelancer, we recommend you use a local company that will assist you with the administrative and tax formalities.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe N.I.E. (N\u00famero de Identidad de Extranjero) <\/mark><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Discover today our plans in just a few clics.<\/h2>\n \n <\/div>\n\n