The Local Spain

Locals in Barcelona, Ibiza and Mallorca protest Spain's airport expansions Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:15:28 +0200 Thousands of protesters took to the streets on Sunday in three of Spain's holiday hotspots to oppose plans for respective airport expansions, over fears it could worsen problems with overtourism, housing and climate change.

Spain's PM says unregulated AI could be 'devastating' Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:39:53 +0200 Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Monday joined a chorus of calls to regulate AI as safety fears around the technology escalate, warning of potentially "devastating" consequences.

Are smart glasses legal in Spain? Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:30:39 +0200 With the rise in popularity of AI smart glasses, such as Meta's Ray-Bans, we look at whether or not you're legally allowed to use them to film in public in Spain.

Spain's opposition wants to close door to migrants who don't work Mon, 21 Sep 2026 09:58:46 +0200 The leader of Spain’s conservative PP on Sunday reiterated his party’s calls for tougher citizenship and immigration policies, stating that he wants to “completely” close the country’s borders to foreigners who "live off others" or who break the law.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 21 Sep 2026 08:56:32 +0200 Spain to experience 35C Indian summer heat this week, fifth anniversary of La Palma volcanic eruption, UK digital bank Monzo to launch in Spain and more news on Monday September 21st.

IN NUMBERS: How many Britons have residency permits across Europe? Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:49:30 +0200 Of the 920,000 British citizens who had a residence permit in EU countries at the end of 2025 most of them are concentrated in three countries, new data has revealed.

Does having a good credit score matter in Spain? Mon, 19 Feb 2024 13:58:17 +0100 If you're packing up your things and heading off to start a new life in Spain, you might be wondering what happens to your credit score and if it even matters.

LISTED: The 18 new Wizz Air flight routes to and from Spain this autumn Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:46:45 +0200 As Hungarian airline Wizz Air continues with its goal of becoming Spain's most popular low-cost carrier, we look at its new national and international flights to and from the country this autumn and winter.

The vocabulary you need to understand the Spanish citizenship process Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:46:37 +0200 Applying for Spanish citizenship can be a complex process - and the terminology used by Spanish authorities is equally hard. We've broken down the words and phrases you're likely to come across during the application process.

EU proposes new rules on recognition of qualifications for non-EU citizens Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:05:32 +0200 New legislation proposed by the European Commission this week seeks to make the recognition of professional qualifications easier for non-EU citizens, a common complaint of many who've moved to the bloc from abroad.

OPINION: Do Canadians really want closer ties with Europe? Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:54:19 +0200 International headlines have been made this week by the EU and Canada announcing their mutual intention to form a deeper relationship. Mandy Pipher, The Local's resident Canadian, examines whether her compatriots would actually accept tighter ties with Europe.

Inside Spain: How to live as long as a Spaniard Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:22:58 +0200 In this week’s Inside Spain we look at the habits you can adopt to achieve a life expectancy as long as Spaniards', the highest in the EU for many years now. And we're not just talking about the Mediterranean diet.

Spain launches affordable holidays for pensioners for 2026/27 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:53:08 +0200 Spain's Imserso cheap holiday scheme for retirees is open for applications again. Here's who can benefit, where you can go and how much it will cost you.

Will the financial requirements for Spain's non-lucrative visa rise in 2027? Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:58:31 +0200 The amount you have to prove you have for Spain's NLV has stayed the same for the last few years, but will it increase next year? Here's what we know so far.

Police move Ceuta migrants off beaches in Spanish enclave Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:16:17 +0200 Police on Friday were moving hundreds of migrants from the beaches of Ceuta to a temporary camp in the Spanish enclave's port area, weeks after a record influx overwhelmed the tiny territory.

Why does citrus-producing Spain import so many oranges? Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:07:36 +0200 Spain is long-established as one of the world's major orange producers, but a combination of factors mean that 'naranjas' from South Africa, Morocco and Egypt increasingly line Spanish supermarket shelves.

How Americans in Spain can benefit from international credit unions Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:31:43 +0200 As traditional banks increasingly spurn their US clients who live overseas, international credit unions may be a viable option for the banking and investment needs of Americans living in Spain.

How Spain's Valencia is trying to prevent another deadly DANA flood Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:05:58 +0200 This week's torrential rain in Valencia served as a reminder of how flood-prone it remains two years after floods killed 230 people. Authorities are now working on ways to avoid future tragedies, from so-called 'sponge cities' to a 16-day warning system.

American tourist fined for entering US with nearly 9 kg of Spanish meats Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:23:56 +0200 An American tourist who packed his suitcase full of chorizo, fuet and other Spanish cold meats has been fined €500 at Seattle Airport upon returning from Spain.

San Sebastián: What to know about Spain's biggest film festival Thu, 19 Sep 2024 17:23:36 +0200 The San Sebastián International Film Festival, the most prestigious of its kind in Spain, kicks off on Friday September 18th. Here are 10 fascinating anecdotes and pieces of information that will help you understand its importance to Spanish culture.