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INTERVIEW: 'Spain's golden visa will return with a change of govt' Tue, 06 May 2025 12:12:17 +0200 To mark a month since Spain cancelled its golden visa, The Local spoke to immigration lawyers about what it's meant for some of their foreign clients, the alternatives and how it may only be a matter of time before this residency option returns.

Why is copper theft on Spain's railways so common now and who's behind it? Tue, 06 May 2025 09:47:38 +0200 The theft of copper cables on Sunday caused travel chaos for thousands of train passengers in Spain, the latest of many such incidents. Why is this type of crime becoming so frequent, who's behind it and why is it so damaging to Spain's railways?

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 06 May 2025 08:08:19 +0200 Parking spots in Mallorca going for €185,000, shorter work week to be approved by Spain's Cabinet today, court drops tax lawsuit against ex-king Juan Carlos and more news from Spain on Tuesday May 6th.

Spain opens probe after copper theft halts dozens of high-speed trains Mon, 05 May 2025 17:20:57 +0200 Spanish police opened an investigation on Monday after thefts of copper cables halted high-speed trains from Madrid to the south, leaving thousands of passengers trapped in trains or stranded at stations.

Spain to investigate deaths of thousands of Spaniards in Nazi camps Mon, 05 May 2025 16:24:26 +0200 Spanish prosecutors on Monday said they were investigating whether General Francisco Franco's dictatorship collaborated with Nazi Germany during World War II to send thousands of exiled Spaniards in France to death camps.

What to expect from the mass tourism protests across Spain in June Mon, 05 May 2025 13:16:35 +0200 If you're coming to Spain this June, your visit may coincide with overtourism protests that'll take place in many places across the country. Here's what we know so far about the demos and disruption to travel that protesters are planning.

Is a joint or a separate tax return better if you're a couple in Spain? Wed, 01 Jun 2022 15:38:55 +0200 The deadline for filing your Spanish annual income tax return is just a couple of months away, but working out whether to file jointly or as an individual can be tricky. Here's everything you need to know in order to help you decide.

'Choose Europe': New €500m push launched to lure disgruntled US scientists Mon, 05 May 2025 11:35:28 +0200 European leaders, scientists, academics and ministers met on Monday to announce a new €500 million effort to attract US researchers and scientists who may have lost their funding or jobs because of Donald Trump.

Spain scores record tourism numbers in first quarter of 2025 Mon, 05 May 2025 11:10:50 +0200 Despite last year's numerous anti-mass tourism protests, Spain has recorded its best ever first quarter in terms of visitor numbers and spending, with more than 17 million foreign holidaymakers spending over €23 billion.

Can I exchange my foreign driving licence for a Spanish one? Fri, 09 Apr 2021 10:21:43 +0200 Which countries have bilateral driving agreements with Spain? Who needs to exchange their licence for a Spanish one or get an International Driving Permit? And which drivers have to take the Spanish driving test instead?

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 05 May 2025 09:00:28 +0200 Record number of women over 50 giving birth in Spain, seafood-loving Galicia to launch fish voucher for residents, four young men arrested for gang rape in Valencia and more news from Spain on May 5th.

New arrest in 2024 case of Spanish police officers killed in drug chase Sun, 04 May 2025 20:21:16 +0200 Spanish police on Sunday arrested the fourth and final crew member of a drug traffickers' boat that rammed a patrol vessel and killed two officers during a chase last year.

'More days' needed to identify Spain's blackout origin: govt Sun, 04 May 2025 12:23:34 +0200 Spain's government said on Sunday it needed "several more days" to work out what caused its nationwide blackout on April 28, which also affected Portugal and parts of southwest France.

Inside Spain: Calmness and camaraderie to deal with a blackout Sat, 03 May 2025 09:31:25 +0200 In this week’s Inside Spain we reflect on the solidarity displayed by Spaniards during the country’s biggest ever blackout, and we take a look at how Seville’s popular Santa Cruz neighbourhood is getting tough on overtourism.

Calculate: All the extra costs of buying a home in Spain Wed, 30 Apr 2025 15:23:05 +0200 Looking to buy your first property in Spain? Find out all the hidden costs involved and how much you can expect to pay on top of the purchase price.

Spain and Portugal to jointly probe Iberian blackout Fri, 02 May 2025 17:14:31 +0200 Spain and Portugal on Friday created a joint committee to identify the cause of a massive power outage that crippled the Iberian Peninsula this week.

How to find out if a school in Spain is good Fri, 02 May 2025 13:40:21 +0200 If you’re a parent in Spain looking for the best schooling options for your child, knowing where to access pertinent information as well as local school rankings can be crucial when it comes to making a decision.

The Spanish residency breaches that can lead to €10,000 fines Fri, 02 May 2025 11:22:15 +0200 Spain's Interior Ministry outlines several offences and residency breaches that can result in €500 fines for minor infractions to €10,000 sanctions for serious offences, ranging from failure to notify a change of address to faking paperwork.

How the EU wants to simplify paperwork for car owners moving abroad Fri, 02 May 2025 11:13:44 +0200 The European Commission wants to roll out digital car registration and "roadworthiness" certificates, plus the better exchange of related data, in order to simplify paperwork for people moving across borders.

How to travel sustainably and responsibly in Spain Fri, 02 May 2025 10:11:09 +0200 Are you thinking about visiting Spain this year? With all the recent issues surrounding the environment and overtourism here, there are several ways you can lessen your impact when you travel.