The Local Spain

Italy and Spain extend tit-for-tat border checks in wake of migrant rush Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:19:23 +0200 Italy said on Tuesday it had extended for another 15 days its border checks for travellers from Spain, drawing a tit-for-tat response from Madrid in the ongoing spat between the two EU members.

Spanish Expression of the Day: ¡Menos mal! Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:53:43 +0200 Want to express relief in Spanish? Then make sure to add these two words to your speech, because they're used all the time in Spain.

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.

'It's simply not an issue': Readers' experiences of being LGBTQI+ in Spain Tue, 15 Sep 2026 12:28:16 +0200 We asked our readers what it's like to live as an LGBTQI+ person in Spain and how it compares to the US, UK, Australia and other countries. Overwhelmingly, their answers were positive, although of course there were differing opinions.

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.

Spain's PM denies being blackmailed by Morocco Tue, 15 Sep 2026 09:35:06 +0200 Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez on Monday dismissed as Netflix-worthy allegations he was being blackmailed by Morocco over the migration crisis in Spain's North African territory of Ceuta.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Tuesday Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:57:57 +0200 Spain tops EU list as hardest country to afford a home, France's Macron announces state visit to Spain, Shakira lands in Madrid for 12-concert marathon and more news on Tuesday September 15th.

British rockers Oasis announce tour dates in Paris, Munich, Barcelona and Rome Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:22:40 +0200 British rockers Oasis on Monday announced a new world tour in 2027 with shows planned in Paris, Munich, Barcelona and Rome after the sell-out success of their surprise comeback tour last year.

EU Commission mulls revision of Schengen visa rules and fees Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:07:23 +0200 The European Commission is planning a revision of Schengen rules on short-stay visas to make the EU’s visa policy "more coherent, secure and effective, while facilitating legitimate travel".

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.

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.

REVEALED: Number of residency permits issued in Europe reaches record high Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:32:14 +0200 European Union countries issued a total of 3.9 million new residence permits to non-EU citizens in 2025, a 10 percent increase compared to 2024, and the “highest level” since records began, according to new data. But which countries issue the most?

What changes about life in Spain in October 2026 Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:45:13 +0200 Changes to traffic lights, Spain's national day, doctors to go on strike, new rules for bike, motorbike and e-scooter riders, and lots of festivals - here's what to expect from October 2026 in Spain.

Three injured in wildfire on Spain's Costa del Sol Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:18:35 +0200 A wildfire raging near luxury homes outside Spain's famed Costa del Sol beach resorts left three people injured on Sunday, with one victim in hospital with burns, officials said.

Today in Spain: A roundup of the latest news on Monday Mon, 14 Sep 2026 09:05:22 +0200 Week kicks off with more heat in Spain, US becomes Córdoba's biggest tourism market and more news on Monday September 14th.

What's the law on dash cams in cars in Spain? Thu, 23 Nov 2023 12:41:43 +0100 Many drivers in Spain wonder if having a camera in your vehicle is legal. These are some rules you need to follow if you want to do it legally and avoid fines, as well as the grey areas.

Can you pay taxes in Spain via a foreign bank account? Fri, 03 May 2024 09:01:49 +0200 Many foreigners have tax obligations in Spain but might not have a Spanish bank account to pay them from. Changes by Spain's tax authorities might just make it easier, depending on your circumstances.

Europe eyes battle over 'pervert' AI glasses Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:35:38 +0200 Calls are growing louder in Europe for action against "pervert" smart glasses after secretly filmed footage of girls and women appeared online -- with a petition in Britain demanding a ban on their sale.

Inside Spain: Why do my three-year-old's schoolbooks cost €250? Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:59:21 +0200 In this week's Inside Spain, we explore why textbooks and other school materials are so eye-wateringly expensive in a country reputed for its low salaries.

Can Spain's Sánchez survive Ceuta migrant crisis? Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:23:08 +0200 The unending migration crisis in Spain's north African territory of Ceuta is inflicting potentially terminal damage on Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez ahead of next year's general election, analysts say.