The Local Spain

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.

EXPLAINED: What would change for kids and social media under new EU law? Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:15:32 +0200 The EU laid out plans Thursday for strict age limits for children to access social media, games and AI assistants -- and on forcing companies to make platforms safe before minors use them.

Brad Pitt and Naomi Watts to light up Spain's top film festival Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:49:45 +0200 Hollywood stars Naomi Watts, Brad Pitt and Penélope Cruz are due to grace Spain's San Sebastián Film Festival from Friday, where great expectations await a mini-series by Chile's Pablo Larraín.

Canada's PM Carney pushes 'new alliance' with EU despite Trump threats Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:35:20 +0200 Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney shrugged off a threat of US retaliation on Thursday as he pitched a "new alliance" with Europe as a bulwark against outside pressures, in a closely watched speech to the European Parliament.

Eight essential articles for Americans who want to move to Spain Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:10:52 +0200 A growing number of Americans are thinking about making Spain their home. If you're one of them, here's some essential reading to learn about how to go about making the move and answering many of the questions you might have.

One dead near Barcelona as heavy rain lashes Spain's Mediterranean Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:49:29 +0200 Spanish rescuers recovered the body of a man on Thursday swept away by floods near Barcelona as torrential rain struck the country's Mediterranean east, submerging streets and disrupting travel.

How torrential rain in eastern Spain is impacting travel and daily life Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:32:52 +0200 Storms lashed Spain's Mediterranean region late on Wednesday (September 16th), causing flight cancellations, disruptions to train travel and school closures on Thursday as several regions remain on alert for heavy rain.