The Local Spain

Can I be registered on the padrón in two places in Spain? Wed, 08 Jan 2025 12:31:55 +0100 Is it possible to register with two different town halls in Spain or can you live in one place and be registered in another? Here's what you need to know about having a padrón in two places.

The essential A to Z guide to bureaucracy in Spain Tue, 07 May 2019 09:00:00 +0200 Got your NIEs and TIEs all in a muddle? Not sure if you are paying IVA or IRPF? In this handy guide, The Local spells out some of the key terms you'll need while living in Spain.

Spain and UK to agree on new work visa waiver and stronger business ties Wed, 18 Mar 2026 13:57:58 +0100 UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves visited Madrid on Wednesday to meet with Spanish businesses and agree on other ways to strengthen ties between both countries post-Brexit, including a short-stay work visa waiver.

KEY POINTS: What changes about life in Spain in April 2026 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:13:12 +0100 Gibraltar-Spain free movement, full rollout of EES, regularisation of 500,000+ undocumented migrants to kick off, tax season begins, prices forecast to increase, Easter and more - this is what to expect from April 2026 in Spain.

The regions in Spain where you can deduct vet bills in your tax return Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:35:08 +0100 A few regions in Spain have recently approved a new measure which allows you to deduct vet expenses from your yearly income tax return.

Spain and Mexico unthaw relations after Conquest of Americas row Wed, 18 Mar 2026 09:07:08 +0100 Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday welcomed Spanish King Felipe VI's acknowledgement that abuses were committed during Spain's conquest of the Americas.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Wednesday Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:41:46 +0100 Spain to release 11.5 million barrels of oil to contain prices, Middle East conflict causes medicine shortage in Spain, water reservoirs reach highest level in 12 years and more news on Wednesday March 18th.

Five reasons why Galicia is Spain's version of Ireland Wed, 03 Nov 2021 14:27:53 +0100 To celebrate St. Patrick's Day today, The Local has been delving into Spain's northern region of Galicia to find out what it has in common with Ireland.

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.

Spain to approve measures to alleviate impact of Iran war Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:11:33 +0100 The Spanish government has announced that it will seek to implement a raft of new measures to mitigate the economic effects of the war in Iran.

How to spot restaurants in Spain that are tourist traps Mon, 08 Jul 2024 09:46:00 +0200 If eating and drinking what the locals have and paying the right price for it matters to you, there are several tell tale signs that certain restaurants in Spain are tourist traps and only in it for the money.

What will the weather be like in Spain this Easter? Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:19:58 +0100 Easter week is fast approaching and many will be wondering what the weather will be like.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:23:37 +0100 Zelensky to visit Spain for talks with PM Sánchez, Spanish king acknowledges 'much abuse' during Conquest, Storm Therese to batter southern Spain, and more news this Tuesday March 17th.

How much will it cost to holiday in Spain this Easter? Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:26:30 +0100 The start of Easter in Spain is just two weeks away. For anyone planning on travelling here during the holidays, here's what you need to know about how much it will cost you.

Spain court rejects trial for ex-govt leader over deadly 2024 floods Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:07:02 +0100 A Spanish court on Monday rejected a bid to put Valencia's former regional president on trial over his handling of deadly 2024 floods, ruling there was no evidence of a legal violation.

What you should know about the EU's plan to tap your savings Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:17:14 +0100 Europe is in great need of money and the EU's plan to get hold of it is to tap the trillions of euros of EU citizens' savings. But will it work?

How will the war in Iran affect the property market in Spain? Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:38:54 +0100 It may seem like the ongoing conflict between Iran and the US and Israel is happening far away, but it’s already starting to affect life in Spain, including the property market.

What are the rules on tipping in Spain? Thu, 09 Jan 2020 13:42:03 +0100 In some countries not tipping is practically an insult, while in others leaving cash can cause offence - so what does etiquette dictate when it comes to leaving a tip in Spain?

Can establishments in Spain force you to pay by card? Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:51:38 +0100 Paying by card in Spain is becoming increasingly common, particularly in big cities. In fact most transactions are now paid electronically, rather than in cash, but can places force you to pay by card?

Where in Europe are people likely to live longer? Sun, 15 Mar 2026 15:20:07 +0100 Life expectancy data reveals that people are living longer in Europe on average, but major differences in gender and geography remain.