The Local Spain

Can I apply for Spanish citizenship and then leave the country? Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:05:09 +0200 If you meet the requirements to apply for Spanish citizenship, are you allowed to leave the country while your application is in process?

Everything that changes in Spain in November 2026 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:32:47 +0200 November 2026 is set to be a pivotal month in Spain, with everything from a snap election and a general strike taking place, as well new legislation such as the bottle deposit law and a key vote on housing laws for tenants.

Ten reasons your homemade Spanish tortilla went wrong Tue, 16 May 2023 16:31:36 +0200 A tortilla or Spanish potato omelette is one of the most beloved and common Spanish dishes, but recreating the perfect version at home can be tricky.

How to stay safe during this year's hunting season in rural Spain Fri, 18 Sep 2020 14:00:52 +0200 The hunting season is underway in Spain so this is recommended reading for anyone who likes to take a walk or lives in rural areas.

Spain's Canaries seek 10-year residency rule for property purchases Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:18:38 +0200 The Canary Islands government is continuing with plans to restrict property purchases by non-residents of the Spanish islands, this time trying to tie residency to purchase rights.

'I'm not a vulture fund!': Landlords in Spain feel attacked amid housing protests Tue, 20 Oct 2026 09:40:13 +0200 Landlady María José Fernández feels unfairly portrayed as a property speculator amid the tensions over Spain's housing crisis, just weeks before a snap nationwide election.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 20 Oct 2026 08:51:24 +0200 Barclays Bank warns of the ‘Vox risk’ to Spain’s borrowing costs, Spanish Civil Guard enlists help of wild boar and more news on Tuesday October 20th.

Will Spain's 100 percent property tax on foreign buyers ever be approved? Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:28:10 +0200 In 2025, Spain's government proposed a controversial 100 percent tax on property buyers from outside of the EU which would double the price of Spanish real estate for them. Will this levy ever be approved, and does it depend on who wins the election?

What breast cancer screening does Spain's public health system offer? Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:19:00 +0200 Early detection is key in fighting breast cancer; hence why it’s so important to go for regular screenings or mammograms. To mark International Breast Cancer Day, we look at where and how women in Spain can get a check-up.

Spain's opposition proposes 'zero' property tax for first-time rural buyers Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:53:23 +0200 In the midst of an election campaign sparked by housing protests, Spain's possible next Prime Minister, conservative PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo, has pledged serious tax incentives to people buying their first home in rural areas of the country.

At least four dead as floods wreak havoc in eastern Spain Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:22:46 +0200 At least four people have died after heavy rain triggered flooding in eastern Spain, authorities said Monday, as rescuers worked to evacuate stranded residents and officials urged people in the Valencia region to stay indoors.

WATCH: Storm Adam floods roads and homes in eastern Spain Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:01:26 +0200 Spain braced for the worst of a powerful Mediterranean storm predicted to intensify on Monday after it submerged streets, disrupted transport and claimed four people's lives. Here are the most shocking videos so far of Storm Adam in Spain.

What exactly is Spain's 'DANA' weather phenomenon? Tue, 05 Nov 2024 11:11:23 +0100 The DANA phenomenon first became well known in Spain after the deadly Valencia floods. Two years, eastern Spain continues to be hit by torrential rain and flooding. So what exactly is a DANA, how is it different from a storm and are they becoming more common?

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:16:00 +0200 Spain on flood alert as Storm Adam worsens, PM Sánchez declares love for corruption-accused wife on campaign trail, and more news from Spain on Monday October 19th.

13 key questions answered about getting the flu vaccine in Spain Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:04:00 +0200 Foreigners often have questions about the rules for getting the flu vaccine (la vacuna de la gripe) in Spain, so we've set out to clear up some common doubts, from whether pharmacists can administer it to whether you need to be registered first.

How a Vox-PP government could impact foreigners' healthcare access in Spain Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:45:47 +0200 Spain's conservative and far-right parties both aim to enforce changes to the country’s public healthcare system but in different ways, from a crackdown on medical tourism to limiting access to foreigners who haven’t contributed enough to the system.

The changes to Spain’s IRNR non-resident property tax in 2027 Fri, 09 Oct 2026 16:09:53 +0200 If you're a non-resident who owns a second home in Spain, you should know that from next year there will be some changes to the tax forms you file and their deadlines.

FIFA upholds punishment for anti-Muslim chants at Spain match Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:12:20 +0200 The FIFA Appeal Committee has rejected a Spanish appeal against punishment for racist chants during a friendly against Egypt in March, the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) announced on Friday.

Inside Spain: Could the 'Spanish Joe Rogan' decide the election? Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:50:01 +0200 In this week’s edition we look at how one of Spain’s most popular YouTubers is expected to interview all Spanish election candidates at length, and why many believe he could tip the balance just like Joe Rogan did when helping Trump reach power.

British travellers warned to avoid scam websites offering Etias visa waiver Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:05:00 +0200 The rollout of the EU's new Etias visa waiver has been delayed, but fake websites offering the service are catching out British travellers.