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Spain to slap 21 percent VAT on tourist lets as part of new housing crisis plan Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:06:00 +0200 The Spanish government is to present a new set of housing measures in parliament this July to combat the worsening property crisis, including benefits for renters and the imposition of VAT payments on all short-term accommodation owners.

Language, jobs and rights: Spain unveils migrant integration scheme Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:29:35 +0200 Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Tuesday unveiled a new €505-million plan to help migrants integrate into Spanish society through language lessons, traineeships and more, confirming as well that more than one million migrants have applied for the country's amnesty.

What's on the agenda at the next EU-UK summit... if it takes place? Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:33:03 +0200 The next EU-UK summit was set to take place in July but has had to be postponed due to political manoeuverings in London. So when will it take place and what's on the agenda?

Baja de autónomo: How to (temporarily) deregister as self-employed in Spain Fri, 26 Mar 2021 18:06:07 +0100 Did you know that self-employed workers in Spain can deregister from the system up to three times a year and avoid paying the social security fee for that period? It's tricky but worth it, especially if you're going through a rough financial patch.

How to check seawater quality at any beach in Spain Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:49:06 +0200 There are several resources available to the public if you want to find out if the seawater of a particular beach in Spain is safe to swim in.

Final dash for documents as Spain's mass migrant regularisation ends Tue, 30 Jun 2026 10:00:57 +0200 A mass migrant regularisation launched by Spain's leftist government in defiance of a growing European crackdown on irregular immigration ends on Tuesday, with the final hopefuls scrambling to secure their legal status.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:03:56 +0200 Temperatures to go over 40C again in Spain after heatwave break, Spain scraps reduced VAT on petrol and diesel, and more news on Tuesday June 30th.

What you should expect when the EU's small parcel fee kicks in on July 1st Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:02:43 +0200 The European Union will slap a €3 duty on cheap parcels entering the 27-nation bloc on Wednesday to stem a surge in low-value packages, mainly from China. So how will it impact you?

IN IMAGES: Is La Rioja's Wine Battle the wildest party in Spain? Tue, 11 Jun 2024 16:59:33 +0200 Every June 29th, Spaniards in the winemaking region of La Rioja spend the day dousing each other in wine during 'la Batalla del Vino': the Battle of Wine.

Spain clarifies 183-day rule for Digital Nomad Visa renewals Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:19:44 +0200 If you're living in Spain on certain types of visas such as the Digital Nomad Visa, you will no longer be denied a renewal for absences longer than 183 days in a year. The Local spoke to visa experts about the latest court ruling.

Spain's undocumented migrant amnesty ends with 1.3 million applications Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:16:11 +0200 June 30th marks the deadline for the mass regularisation of undocumented migrants in Spain, with the data suggesting that the total number of applicants will be far higher than the initial government estimate of 500,000.

June 30th deadline: What happens if I don't file my Spanish tax return? Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:03:19 +0200 The deadline to file Spain's annual tax return is tomorrow (June 30th). The Spanish tax office has a range of penalties it can impose if you fail to file your "declaración de la renta". Here's what you need to know and if you are exempt.

Rail strike in Spain to cause 320 train cancellations on Monday Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:01:00 +0200 Spanish railway operator Renfe will suspend 320 train services on Monday June 29th, as part of the first of two strikes called by the country’s main rail workers' union for this summer.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 29 Jun 2026 08:58:13 +0200 Spanish death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 17, rubbish truck kills one person and injures four in Pamplona, Rafa Nadal opens hotel in the Canary Islands and more news on Monday June 29th.

More than 1,300 excess deaths recorded in Europe heatwave: WHO Sun, 28 Jun 2026 15:38:51 +0200 The World Health Organisation said Sunday that over 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded in Europe since June 21 in connection with the record-breaking heatwave roasting much of the continent.

Records tumble as European heatwave moves east Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:03:28 +0200 Tens of millions are braving a weekend of extreme temperatures in Europe as a deadly heatwave moves eastwards, with some countries announcing rising death tolls and health services warning of saturation.

GUIDE: How to complete Spain's annual tax return Tue, 12 Apr 2022 16:09:22 +0200 You must complete your 2025-2026 'Declaración de la Renta' (annual income tax return) before June 30th 2026. This step-by-step guide can help you complete the process.

LISTED: Spain's new rules for bike, motorbike and e-scooter riders Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:49:39 +0200 Spain has made a raft of changes to its traffic rules, with many important updates for motorcyclists, cyclists and e-scooter riders as well as motorhome and regular motor vehicle drivers.

What are my rights while working in extreme heat in Spain? Tue, 23 Jun 2026 12:05:24 +0200 Spain is enduring its first official heatwave of the summer with many suffering in scorching temperatures, particularly those working outdoors. Here's what the country's labour laws say about working in extreme heat, and if it applies to remote work.

Inside Spain: The season of booze-fuelled tourism is upon us Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:40:12 +0200 In this week’s Inside Spain we look at how Spain is once again fighting back against another summer of badly behaved tourists, with heightened tensions in the context of the country's housing crisis and its links to overtourism.