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Your Guide to Spanish Residency: What You Need to Know

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25 July 2025 | Tags: ,

If you’re considering making Spain your home, whether part-time, full-time, or for retirement, understanding the residency process is essential. At Legal Services in Spain (My Lawyer in Spain’s specialist Residency Department), we know how overwhelming the process can feel, especially when you’re dealing with unfamiliar legal requirements, language barriers, and different rules depending on your nationality.

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Changes to Spain’s Non-Lucrative Visa

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16 July 2025 | Tags: , , , ,

In the last three weeks changes to Spain’s non-lucrative Visa are becoming apparent since the reform to the legislation with effect from 20th May 2025. We are not just referring to the two year renewal periods and the requirement to have spent more than 183 days per calendar year in Spain to qualify.

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Saving Money when Buying Property in Spain

Saving Money when Buying Property in Spain

3 July 2025 | Tags: , , ,

Today we’re diving into currency – a critical but often overlooked part of buying property abroad. Alex Radford is joined by Tom Arnold, who brings nearly 20 years of experience in the currency industry. He originally founded Currency Index in 2008 and has now partnered with the well-known TV show and property portal, A Place in the Sun, to create A Place in the Sun Currency.

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Spain’s Proposed Tax for Non-European Property Buyers: What You Need to Know

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31 January 2025 | Tags: , , ,

Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez recently announced a proposal that has created concern in the Spanish real estate market—a 100% tax on property purchases for non-European buyers. But is this law actually going to pass?  What could the tax be? And what does it mean for those looking to buy property in Spain?

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New Supreme court ruling for temporary Spanish residency

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21 June 2024 | Tags: , , , ,

New Supreme Court ruling means you can renew your Non Lucrative Visa, even if you have spent less than 180 days in Spain. The supreme court ruling means renewals for temporary residence authorisations are no longer affected by absences from Spain for more than 180 days a year.

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Navigating the Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) Process for Relocating to Spain

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10 June 2024 | Tags: , ,

Relocating to Spain has become increasingly popular, especially among non-European nationals, including UK Nationals, Americans and Australians. However, post-Brexit, the process of relocating to Spain has become more intricate, especially concerning visa requirements. The Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) stands out as the most sought-after visa for those looking to retire or reside in Spain without working.

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Navigating Post-Brexit Removals to Spain: Expert Insights from Mick Cox at Indalo Transport

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13 March 2024 | Tags: , , , ,

Following the UK’s departure from the European Union, moving to Spain has seen significant changes, especially in removal procedures. In a recent discussion at A Place in the Sun, Alex Radford caught up with Mick Cox of Indalo Transport Ltd to dive deep into these new challenges and solutions.

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Ultimate Guide to Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa

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1 February 2024 | Tags: , , , , ,

Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa offers a gateway to living and working in one of the world’s most sought-after destinations. This comprehensive guide, inspired by our recent webinar, delves into everything you need to know about making this dream a reality.

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Navigating the 90 in 180 Day Rule for Non-Europeans

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22 January 2024 | Tags: , , , ,

Navigating the 90/180 rule as a non-European in Spain can seem daunting at first. However, with the right tools and a bit of planning, you can enjoy your Spanish escapades without legal worries. Remember, respecting visa regulations is key to ensuring your travels are both enjoyable and lawful.

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Information events – Spain’s Visa Requirements

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17 January 2024

We are co-hosting with Legal Services in Spain free webinars to provide advice and information about the legal aspects of life in Spain as well as the Visas required.

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