The Local Spain

'Trend will continue': Number of people refused entry to Europe sees sharp rise Mon, 18 May 2026 15:58:26 +0200 The number of people refused entry to the EU and Schengen area has risen dramatically, according to new statistics, while thousands of US, UK and Indian nationals have been found to be illegally present in EU/Schengen countries.

What to expect from the second week of teacher strikes in Spain Mon, 18 May 2026 16:36:15 +0200 Teachers and other educators in Valencia, Catalonia and Aragón have been staging a series of walkouts in recent days, protesting everything from class sizes to salary and working conditions. Here's what you need to know about the situation this week.

Shakira to get €55 million from Spanish taxman after winning fraud case Mon, 18 May 2026 12:13:29 +0200 A Spanish court has ordered the tax authority to refund Colombian pop star Shakira more than €55 million ($64 million) improperly collected in a dispute over her 2011 taxes, according to a ruling seen Monday.

What Non-Lucrative Visa holders should know about Spain's annual tax declaration Wed, 18 Jun 2025 13:58:51 +0200 If you live in Spain on the Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV), it’s important to be aware that you’ll be taxed here and will have to fill out the annual income tax return.

Up to 34C: Spain to experience summer-like temperatures this week Mon, 18 May 2026 11:28:28 +0200 This week is set to be the hottest of the year so far across much of Spain, the country's weather agency has announced.

Spain mulls tighter mortgage requirements Mon, 18 May 2026 10:37:48 +0200 The Bank of Spain is considering imposing stricter rules for securing a mortgage, while acknowledging this could have an impact on young and lower-income buyers in the country.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 18 May 2026 08:55:46 +0200 Bizum app to work for payments in shops in Spain, Canadian cops arrested for sexual assault in Barcelona, Spain says Ebola risk 'very low' amid DRC and Uganda outbreak and more news on Monday May 18th.

Spain's conservatives win big in Andalusia vote but may need Vox to rule Sun, 17 May 2026 10:38:52 +0200 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's Socialists were subjected to an unprecedented drubbing in Andalusian regional elections on Sunday that could see far-right Vox partly govern in another Spanish region, partial results showed.

Bulgaria's 'Bangaranga' wins Eurovision, with Israel second Sun, 17 May 2026 10:44:45 +0200 Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest on Sunday with Dara's catchy floor-filler "Bangaranga" sweeping the 70th edition of the world's biggest live televised music event and pushing into second place Israel, whose participation had triggered a major boycott.

How your annual tax declaration changes when you buy a property in Spain Mon, 11 May 2026 10:59:52 +0200 If you bought a property in Spain last year and you're a tax resident, it's mandatory to declare this on your income tax return. Here's how.

EXPLAINED: Do Spain's self-employed pay more tax than employees? Tue, 12 May 2026 15:37:40 +0200 Ever wondered who has the highest tax burden in Spain? We find out if you ultimately pay more as a salaried employee, a self-employed worker, an investor or a landlord.

British mountaineer, 61, dies in Spanish national park Sat, 16 May 2026 14:40:33 +0200 Spanish emergency services on Saturday recovered the body of a missing British mountaineer whose appeal for rescue from a freezing high-altitude route went in vain due to fierce blizzards.

Inside Spain: The fight to stop family-run shops from closing down Sat, 16 May 2026 10:09:58 +0200 In this week’s Inside Spain, we look at how the country's small neighbourhood stores are struggling to survive against the likes of Amazon, and why this matters so much for the Spanish lifestyle we all appreciate.

Spain's Eurovision boycott puts it 'on the right side of history', PM says Sat, 16 May 2026 09:10:06 +0200 Spain's boycott of the Eurovision song contest over Israel's war in Gaza puts it "on the right side of history", Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said on Friday, ahead of the final in Austria.

What are the fines if you make mistakes on your Spanish tax return? Mon, 20 May 2024 14:09:07 +0200 Filling out your Spanish income tax return can be daunting and mistakes can be made, so what happens if you submit your form with an error? Will you always have to pay a fine and how much will it be? Is there a way of correcting the mistake in time?

10 apps that will help you with bureaucracy in Spain Thu, 14 May 2026 10:17:48 +0200 We all know that Spanish bureaucracy can be difficult to deal with, but these apps can make it just that little bit easier.

How much money Spain recommends you keep at home for emergencies Wed, 13 May 2026 09:50:41 +0200 Are you the type of person who only pays by card or via mobile app these days? Here's why you should consider keeping some cash at home and how much the Bank of Spain believes you should have stashed away.

Seven proven ways to help you meet new people in Spain Fri, 15 May 2026 11:42:29 +0200 The challenge of moving to a new country, or even a new city, is how to make new friends and connections. Here are some of the best ways to meet people in Spain.

'Thank you, Tenerife': WHO chief praises Spanish island in hantavirus fight Fri, 15 May 2026 11:35:20 +0200 The head of the World Health Organisation on Thursday published an open letter thanking the people of Tenerife for showing "moral courage" in accepting to help those aboard a cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak to evacuate.

How to watch the 2026 World Cup on TV in Spain Fri, 15 May 2026 11:18:02 +0200 The world's biggest football spectacle kicks off on June 11th, but unfortunately getting to watch all the matches on TV while in Spain is going to be more complicated and expensive than ever. These are your best options and the games airing for free.