Resources for Expats

Guides, tips, and practical advice for living in Spain.

10 Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before Moving to Spain

Practical advice from someone who's been through it — the NIE, the bureaucracy, the tax system, and everything else nobody warns you about.

How to Get Your NIE in Spain (And Why It's More Complicated Than Anyone Tells You)

Getting your NIE in Spain is harder than anyone tells you. Here's what you actually need to know — documents, appointments, and the mistakes to avoid.

Do I Need an Immigration Lawyer in Spain?

Sometimes a gestor is enough. Sometimes it isn't. Here's how to work out whether your situation in Spain requires proper legal advice.

Gestor vs Accountant in Spain: What's the Difference and Which One Do You Need?

Not sure whether you need a gestor or an accountant in Spain? They're different professions. Here's how to work out which one you actually need.

The Non-Lucrative Visa: The Most Popular Way for Americans to Move to Spain

The Non-Lucrative Visa is how most Americans move to Spain legally. Here's what it requires, what it costs, and what people get wrong.

Public vs Private Healthcare in Spain: What Expats Need to Know

Spain has two healthcare systems and most expats use both at different points. Here's how each works, who can access what, and how to decide.

What is a Gestor in Spain? (And Why You Almost Certainly Need One)

Never heard of a gestor? You'll need one. Here's what they do, why expats rely on them, and how they differ from an accountant.

How to Find an English-Speaking Doctor in Spain

Finding a doctor in Spain who speaks fluent English is harder than it sounds. Here's how to do it properly, and what to watch out for.

Moving to Spain from the US: What Americans Actually Need to Know

Moving to Spain from the US is more involved than most guides let on. Here's what Americans actually need to know — visas, tax, healthcare, and the things nobody warns you about.

Tax in Spain as an Expat: What You Need to Know (Before the Spanish Tax Authority Does)

IRPF, Modelo 720, wealth tax, the Beckham Law — Spanish tax as an expat is complicated. Here's a plain-English guide to what applies to you.

The Ultimate Moving to Spain Checklist

Everything you need to do before you leave, in your first week, and in your first month — a practical moving to Spain checklist.