How to obtain EU residency in a post golden visa world

As we detailed in our article Changes to European golden visa programs, many countries in Europe are mothballing their golden visa programs; Spain is no exception. Although golden visa programs are the most well known way to obtain EU residency, there are other relatively easy options available, in Spain, to gain EU residency for you […]

Madrid real estate taxes

Whether you are buying, selling or renting property, you will need to pay Madrid real estate taxes. This article explains everything you need to know about taxes if you are planning on investing in Madrid real estate.     Purchasing Madrid real estate   If you are planning on purchasing real estate in Madrid, there […]

Spanish banking tips for expats

The Spanish banking system is adequately capitalized and well functioning. However, from a consumer standpoint, there are many quirks that make banking in Spain different than other countries, especially those outside of the Euro zone. This handy guide of Spanish banking tips for expats will walk you through the basics.   How many banks are […]

What you need to know about the Spanish Entrepreneur Visa

Many people are familiar with Spain’s Golden Visa. If you aren’t the idea is simple: if you make a 500k€ or more investment in Spanish property, you and your family are entitled to a Spanish Golden Visa. What fewer people know is that there are other visas that you can get under Spain’s Golden Visa law. […]

The complete guide to Spain’s Golden Visa

Spain’s Golden Visa program is arguably the best in the world. This article explains how to get a Spanish Golden Visa via property investment. The complete guide to Spain’s Golden Visa Have you thought about emigrating to Europe, but don’t know if you have sufficient savings to sustain yourself without working? Or perhaps you don’t […]