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IBI aka SUMA: The uninvited guest
If you own a home, you will already be used to paying some ...
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Spain’s TIE: The little card that says ‘I am allowed to be here’
The Foreigner Identity Card (known in Spain as the Tarjeta de Identidad de ...
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Driving in Spain? Make friends with the ITV
If you drive in Spain, sooner or later you’ll meet the ITV (Inspección ...
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Enrolling your child in school: From padrón to playground
People always say your school years are “the best of your life”, though ...
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Self-employed in Spain: Your guide to becoming autónomo
Being self-employed in Spain, known as an autónomo, means working for yourself rather ...
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From tourists to pensioners: Who gets healthcare in Spain?
Are you moving, working, studying, or even just holidaying in Spain and wondering ...
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IVA in Spain: How the dreaded VAT works and when it applies
IVA, short for Impuesto sobre el Valor Añadido, is Spain’s version of VAT, ...
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Your septic tank and Spanish law: The unsung hero of country living
If you live out in the campo on the Costa Blanca, chances are ...
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Burning garden waste: The official way to avoid fines
If you are lucky enough to live out in the countryside (the campo) ...
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A tram-lover’s guide to the Costa Blanca: Hop off here
Do you fancy exploring the Costa Blanca without the stress of parking? Hop ...
