The Local Spain

How Brits in Spain can renew their temporary residency TIE card Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:14:35 +0200 July 2025 marks 5 years since Brits in Spain started to be issued post-Brexit TIE residency cards, so thousands of UK nationals must now or soon apply for their permanent cards. Here is a step-by-step guide to complete the process.

Spain arrests nine after anti-migrant unrest Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:10:49 +0200 Spanish police have arrested nine people in connection with rare anti-migrant unrest that rocked the Murcian town of Torre Pacheco over the weekend, the interior minister said on Monday.

EU still seeking trade deal after new Trump tariff threat Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:32:59 +0200 The EU still hopes to strike a deal with the United States despite President Donald Trump's ramped-up threat of 30-percent tariffs, the bloc's trade chief said Monday, with pressure on Brussels to toughen its stance.

Q&A: What we know about the earthquake in southern Spain Mon, 14 Jul 2025 13:01:26 +0200 An earthquake struck off the coast of southeast Spain around 7.15 am on Monday July 14th, frightening many residents of this part of the country as they were starting their days. Here's what we know so far about the 5.4 magnitude seismic activity.

What are the chances of a major earthquake happening in Spain? Tue, 15 Oct 2024 19:43:43 +0200 Following a 5.5 magnitude earthquake felt on Monday morning in Andalusia and Murcia, we look at how likely it is that Spain will suffer more serious seismic activity and which areas of the country are most likely to be affected.

Why Spain needs millions more migrants, not less Mon, 14 Jul 2025 10:15:04 +0200 Amid anti-immigrant rhetoric from the Spanish far-right in recent weeks, a new report has highlighted that Spain will need millions more migrants in key economic sectors in the future.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 14 Jul 2025 08:59:47 +0200 5.5 magnitude earthquake felt in Andalusia and Murcia, Spain's Carlos Alcaraz loses Wimbledon final to Italy's Sinner and more news from Spain on Monday July 14th.

Several hurt in anti-migrant unrest in Spanish town Sun, 13 Jul 2025 12:51:21 +0200 Several people were hurt in a second night of anti-migrant unrest in the Spanish town of Torre Pacheco after a pensioner was beaten up, authorities said on Sunday.

Who are Spain's 'domingueros'? Thu, 24 Oct 2024 10:43:08 +0200 This colloquial term is used to describe a certain kind of person you're likely to see out and about in Spain on Sundays.

El Esmorzaret: What is Valencia’s sacred snack tradition? Fri, 14 Apr 2023 12:35:23 +0200 You may wonder how Spaniards make it all the way until 2pm or even later for lunchtime, their main meal of the day. The trick is that they don’t, in many parts of Spain they’ll have a merienda or snack to tide them over, but in Valencia, they’ll have el esmorzaret.

Will far-right Vox play a role in Spain's next government? Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:10:35 +0200 Following controversial proposals to 're-emigrate' millions of foreigners, many in Spain are concerned that Vox could play a role in the next government, especially if the Popular Party needs the far-right party to get into power.

Two missing as heavy rains hit Spain's Catalonia Sun, 13 Jul 2025 07:39:49 +0200 Two people were missing in Catalonia Saturday night after much of the region in northeast Spain was hit by torrential rains, officials said, briefly forcing the suspension of rail services there.

Málaga withdraws as host stadium for World Cup 2030 Sat, 12 Jul 2025 15:58:29 +0200 Spanish city Málaga on Saturday withdrew from being a host venue for the 2030 World Cup, to be held in Spain, Portugal and Morocco.

Inside Spain: Madrid's closed parks and the new motorway toll plan Sat, 12 Jul 2025 09:56:47 +0200 In this week’s Inside Spain we look at how all motorway drivers could soon be charged 3 cents per kilometre and why Madrid is closing its green spaces in the middle of its scorching summer.

Five key tax changes for people living in Spain's Valencia region Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:46:20 +0200 Residents of Valencia, Alicante and other parts of La Comunitat Valenciana have several positive tax changes coming up in the next year. These are the new wealth, inheritance, gift, property and personal income tax conditions in the region.

Spain’s prettiest villages for 2025 Thu, 28 Nov 2024 13:12:44 +0100 In early 2025, seven more destinations joined the list of Spain’s Most Beautiful Villages, an organisation which aims to promote small municipalities for tourism purposes. Have you been to any of these picturesque 'pueblos'?

Do I have to pay a deposit if I'm renting a room in Spain? Fri, 11 Jul 2025 15:46:00 +0200 Soaring rental costs mean many in Spain are increasingly looking to individual room rentals. But can a landlord demand you pay a deposit?

How to avoid the tourist crowds in Barcelona, according to a local Tue, 06 Jun 2023 16:41:25 +0200 The Catalan capital has just been named the city that's most overcrowded by tourists in the world. The Local writer and Barcelona resident Esme Fox gives her top tips on how to escape other holidaymakers.

'Impossible to sleep': How fun-loving Spain is even too noisy for locals Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:34:55 +0200 Vibrant tapas bars and wild outdoor festivals define many outsiders' image of Spain - but locals are increasingly fed up and mobilising against the din unleashed by their compatriots.

Does Spain have €1 homes? Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:12:21 +0200 Italy and France have both made headlines in recent years for luring newcomers to underpopulated villages with the promise of homes which cost just €1. But does Spain have them as well?