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Practical, source-backed guides for country move paths, city comparisons, visas, paperwork, housing, healthcare, transport, taxes, and everyday setup in Spain.
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Immigration Pathways
Visas & Residency
Application pathways, renewals, and long-term residency decisions.
24 articles
Open Visas & ResidencyAdministrative Setup
Paperwork & IDs
NIE/TIE, padrón, certificates, forms, and document process guides.
21 articles
Open Paperwork & IDsHome Setup
Housing
Renting and buying in Spain, including legal, cost, and risk details.
23 articles
Open HousingProfessional & Fiscal
Work & Taxes
Employment, autónomo setup, tax rules, and compliance obligations.
33 articles
Open Work & TaxesLife In Spain
Family & Daily Life
Schools, healthcare, transport, utilities, and everyday integration.
7 articles
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Country Move Paths
Country-specific move plans for UK, EU, USA, Australia, and non-EU applicants.
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City & Region Comparison
Data-backed comparisons of cities and regions to choose where to live.
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Open City ComparisonsHealthcare Setup
Healthcare & Insurance
Healthcare enrollment, insurance strategy, and practical medical-access setup.
0 articles
Open HealthcareMobility & Move
Transport & Logistics
Driving, vehicles, shipping, and first-week logistics after arrival.
3 articles
Open TransportSettle In
Daily Life & Integration
Utilities, home setup, language at appointments, and social integration.
3 articles
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Retirement in Spain
Residency, healthcare, housing, and long-term planning for retirees.
0 articles
Open RetirementStart Here Stages
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Before You Move
Eligibility, visa prep, and document checks before booking your move.
29 guides mapped
First 30 Days
Legal ID, registration, banking, and essentials immediately after arrival.
13 guides mapped
First 90 Days
Consolidate admin, compliance, and living setup in the right order.
4 guides mapped
Ongoing
Longer-term guides for taxes, renewals, and day-to-day optimization.
68 guides mapped
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