Sanchez Unveils Housing Reforms & 100 Tax On Non EU Buyers
The Spanish Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has unveiled his government’s plan to address the country´s housing shortage and reverse the
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British Benevolent Fund Leads New Year Honours In Spain
The treasurer of British Benevolent Fund, Charlie Wilson, has been awarded an MBE in the 2025 New Year´s Honours List
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Five Classic Films To Learn Spanish
The Madrid Metropolitan has teamed up with Gymglish to give you FREE SPANISH content to help you learn the second
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UK Embassy Urges Brits In Spain To Get TIE Card
The British Embassy in Spain is highlighting newly published guidance on the Entry-Exit System to British nationals in Spain: https://travel-europe.europa.eu/ees_en. The
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How to say “Financial Advisor” in Spanish
If you’re looking for a talented financial advisor in Spain, Peter Dougherty is the clear choice. Peter is American. But
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Brits In Spain Urged To Get TIE Card Ahead Of EU Border System
The British Embassy in Madrid has launched a campaign for British residents in Spain to exchange their green certificates for
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Spain To Scrap ” Golden Visas”
Spain plans to scrap so-called ‘golden visas’ that allow people from outside the European Union to obtain residency permits if
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St. Patrick’s Family Day Party Tickets On Sale
Madrid´s vibrant Irish community is coming together again this year for the annual St. Patrick’s Family Day Party, which is
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Brits In Spain Get The Vote Back
After over 20 years, many broken government manifesto promises, a European court decision and Brexit, British citizens living abroad have
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Fewer “Puentes” For 2024 As Madrid Public Holidays Revealed
The Official Spanish State Gazette has released the official list of all 14 public and bank holidays throughout Spain in
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Financial Planning for Americans Living in Madrid
Shane Clark is an American expat living in Spain and founder of EuroAmerican Financial Advisors, an investment advisory firm for
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Obligatory Pet Insurance Set To Take Effect
The latest animal welfare law is set to come into force in Spain from next month and will mean that
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UK Embassy Issues Last Chance Appeal For Driving Licence Swap
The British Embassy in Madrid has issued a last chance appeal as the window for exchanging UK-Spain driving licences enters
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Visitors Guide To Health Care In Spain
Spain is the second most popular destination for international visitors in the world. Over 100 million international tourists come attracted
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Court Adds Bullfighting To “Bono Cultural Joven” Youth Scheme
The Spanish Supreme Court has ruled that bullfighting and taurine spectacles should be included in the activities that can be
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Polishing Up On Your Español Before Visiting Madrid
If you’re planning a visit to Madrid, brushing up on your Spanish language skills is an excellent way to get
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HM Hospital’s New Madrid Health Testing – Prevention Is Better
Now is the time to take care of yourself! One of Madrid’s leading private hospitals, the HM Sanchinarro Hospital has
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Guide To New Spanish Urban Low Emission “Eco Stickers”
January 1st saw the implementation of the new Spanish DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) environmental ECO car sticker which is
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Friday The 13th – Unlucky For Some But Not In Spain….
Today is Friday the 13th – traditionally a day of bad luck in the western world – but not in
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2023 – Madrid’s Bumper Bank Holiday Year
Madrileños will be enjoying a bumper year for public holidays in 2023. The official list has been published and whilst
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Are you thinking of moving to Spain as a Digital Nomad?
The Madrid Metropolitan talks to Antonio Rodriguez about tax and visa for those thinking of making the digital move to
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Spanish Police Swoop On Kinahan Crime Cartel
The Spanish National Police have busted a huge money laundering operation linked to Ireland’s once mighty Kinahan Cartel. Footage of
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Spain Minimum Wage Set To Increase To €14,000 A Year
Despite considerable opposition from employers and business associations, the left-wing coalition government of Pedro Sanchez, have succeeded in raising the
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Relief As Covid Travel Restrictions Eased To UK
People travelling from Spain to England will no longer be required to take a COVID test on arrival, the UK
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The British Embassy have announced another extension to the validity of UK licences in Spain past the December 31st deadline,
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5 Facts About Healthcare in Spain
Everything to know before retiring in Spain In Spain the majority of healthcare comes out as a sort of social
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Expat Spain: Problems And Solutions For Raising Your Family Abroad
Madrid resident and international parent coach, Denise Suarez addresses common issues readers of the Madrid Metropolitan may face when raising
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UK Embassy Advises Brits In Spain To Get TIE Card
Just over a year since the Withdrawal Agreement TIE (Tarjeta Identidad de Extranjero) was launched, the latest figures published by the
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Spain´s New Pet Laws & Animal DNI Explained
The Spanish Government is set to introduce a series of new pet laws aimed at controling the industry, increasing owner
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Non Resident Spanish Homeowners – Save Hundreds On Your December Tax Return
The December deadline to file for non resident property taxes in Spain is close. If you are a non-resident who
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Tax Deadline Looms For Non-Resident Spanish Property Owners
The clock is ticking for all non-resident owners of property in Spain to pay their annual taxes – even if
Read more Massive Surge In UK Residency TIE Card Applications
The British Embassy in Madrid, has released the latest figures on the number of UK nationals who have applied for
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How A Vaccinated Brit Resident Still Needs To Quarantine And Take PCR To Get Home
Vickie Scullard, a British resident in Madrid explains how she was faced with extortianate costs to comply with UK travel
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Five Reasons Why You Should Retire in Spain
Five Reasons Why You Should Retire in Spain If you have clicked on this article, it probably means that you
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Brits In Spain To Get Votes For Life As 15 Year Rule To Be Scrapped
Three million British citizens living overseas – including the estimated nearly 400,000 who live in Spain will given the right
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Moving To Spain – Sinéad´s Story
The Madrid Metropolitan catches up with Sinéad Galvin, honorary Madrileña, Irish expat, bilingual mum of three to talk to her
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Spain To Finally Say Adios To Its “Libro de Familia”
A staple part of Spanish family life is set to disappear with the replacement of the “Libro de Familia” booklet,
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New Spanish Driving Rules & Speed Limits Set To Take Force
The final elements of the DGT ( Directorate-General for Traffic) new road and traffic regulations are set to come into force
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2021 “Declaracion De La Renta” Guide
April is the cruelest month or so goes the line from T.S Elliot – it is also the month that
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Are you Eligible For US Relief Check In Spain?
On March 11th, the US Congress approved the latest coronavirus stimulus package that will benefit millions of Americans wherever they
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