The Local Spain

What to consider when deciding where to retire to in Spain in 2026 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:15:55 +0100 If you’re thinking about retiring to Spain this year, but don’t know where you want to base yourself yet, here's what you need to consider first.

Your views: 'This has been the rainiest winter since I moved to Spain' Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:19:42 +0100 Traditionally winters are dry in much of Spain. It’s the springs and autumns which are typically the wettest, but this winter has been different. This is what you think of the weather this year so far.

Americans in Europe: US finally slashes citizenship renunciation fee Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:01:02 +0100 Following a long campaign by Americans abroad, the US State Department has finally announced that it will soon slash the high $2,350 citizenship renunciation fee by 80 percent.

Spain to allow unions and NGOs to do residency paperwork on behalf of migrants Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:10:17 +0100 A new electronic registry will allow trade unions and NGOs to complete immigration paperwork on behalf of migrants, as the country aims to regularise more than half a million undocumented migrants in the coming months.

Why Tuesday 13th is the day of bad luck in Spain Fri, 13 Dec 2019 09:46:35 +0100 It's not Friday 13th that is considered a day of bad luck in Spain but Tuesday 13th. Read on to find out why as well as some of the strangest Spanish superstitions.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Friday Fri, 13 Mar 2026 09:34:11 +0100 Spanish court orders Franco family to return Galician estate, Podemos want to limit variable mortgages, new flight routes between Spain and Venice, and more news on Friday March 13th.

Middle East war: Spain plans measures to combat soaring energy prices Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:48:11 +0100 Spain's leftist government on Thursday said it would soon present a plan to contain the Middle East war's impact on Spanish electricity and fuel prices.

Sleepless Morrissey blames Spain's noisy Fallas for cancelling gig Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:17:44 +0100 British singer Morrissey on Thursday cancelled his concert in Valencia due to "lack of sleep" caused by the noise of the famous Fallas festival, currently underway in the eastern Spanish city.

The new rules for discounted or free prosthetics and wheelchairs in Spain Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:34:25 +0100 A royal decree widening access to healthcare in Spain will also align co-payment systems, expanding access to discounted and free prosthetics and wheelchairs for around 7 million people in the country.

Spain cites Israeli 'insults' in decision to withdraw ambassador Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:17:08 +0100 Spain on Thursday explained its decision to permanently withdraw its ambassador to Israel, citing repeated "insults and slanders" by the country.

Spain had wettest January and February in nearly 50 years Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:15:14 +0100 Spain endured its wettest January and February in almost half a century, with a string of deadly storms lashing the country, national weather agency Aemet said Thursday.

Far-right rise looms over regional vote in Spain's Castilla y León Thu, 12 Mar 2026 11:19:49 +0100 Spain's scandal-hit governing Socialists and the conservative opposition will seek to fend off an ascendant far right in a regional vote in Castile and Leon on Sunday that could be an indicator for national elections due next year.

When will Spain's €2,400 yearly benefit per child become available? Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:50:17 +0100 Spain's planned universal child benefit has been lauded as necessary to eradicate child poverty and encourage Spaniards to form a family. So how likely is it to be approved this year?

Spain shocked after fire kills three women in gender violence case Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:19:03 +0100 Spain was on Wednesday shocked by one of its worst episodes of gender-based violence as police investigated a suspected arson attack on a residential building that left three women dead and four other people injured.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Thursday Thu, 12 Mar 2026 09:06:14 +0100 Zelensky to visit Spain 'in coming days', chemistry experiment injures three children in Catalonia, EU to punish Spain for snubbing VAT rules for self-employed and more news on Thursday March 12th.

'Who profits from it?' Spain launches social media hate speech monitor Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:43:35 +0100 Spanish Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced Wednesday the creation of a tool designed to measure the presence of hate speech on digital platforms and to hold accountable the tech billionaires who allow it to flourish.

How Spain's new €60 monthly transport pass works Wed, 11 Mar 2026 12:06:14 +0100 Spain's single transport pass, which allows passengers to travel throughout the country on several different modes of transport for a flat fee of €60, is now available to buy. Here's how it works, how much you can save, and where you can go.

What's the law on camping in Spain? Thu, 06 Oct 2022 16:01:41 +0200 Spain is full of beautiful natural spots, but is it possible to camp anywhere you want? What are the rules for wild camping, the potential loopholes and the fines to avoid?

Where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day in Spain Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:22:44 +0100 Whether you're Irish or not, there are plenty of ways to turn green this Paddy's Day in Spain, with celebrations across the country, from Benidorm to Barcelona.

Q&A: Who gets access to Spain's public healthcare under new rules? Wed, 11 Mar 2026 11:08:03 +0100 Spain on Tuesday announced it will guarantee free healthcare for more foreigners in the country. Who gets access to the public system now? What documents will they have to show? And does it include cover for Brits and EU citizens?