Living in Spain
Burglary on the Costa Blanca – Police, reporting and insurance
An open window, a patio door forced open, ransacked drawers – burglaries are a reality here too, between Dénia and Villajoyosa. Flats,…
Public authorities in Spain
Administrative procedures, forms, deadlines and digital administration in Spain – practical information on dealing with the authorities, submitting applications and providing official documentation.
Living in Spain
Spain 2026 – Important legal changes for residents
From 2026, a number of new laws will come into force in Spain, and specifically in the Valencian Community, which will affect…
Living in Spain
Costa Blanca life certificate – how it works for pensioners
Anyone who spends their retirement on the Costa Blanca lives where others go on holiday – between the sea, the mountains and…
Mobility & Transport
Driving licences in Spain – Who needs to exchange theirs and how
Anyone who moves their main residence to Spain will, sooner or later, have to sort out the matter of their driving licence.…
Mobility & Transport
Parking tickets on the Costa Blanca – What to do if you receive a „Multa“
No sooner has the car been parked in the shade than a note flutters under the windscreen wiper – or worse still:…
Living in Spain
Starting school on the Costa Blanca – deadlines, facts and forms
The start of the school year on the Costa Blanca is more than just a new timetable – for many families, it…
Living in Spain
How to make a fresh start on the Costa Blanca
Moving to Spain is often dismissed as "emigration light". However, anyone wishing to settle on the Costa Blanca for the long term…
Living in Spain
Your guide to living and working on the Costa Blanca
Anyone wishing to live or work on the Costa Blanca for most of the year must familiarise themselves with the necessary administrative…
Info
The big three in the police force – who does what?
The Costa Blanca enchants visitors with its relaxed atmosphere, but even in paradise there are rules – and people who make sure they…
News & Politics
Travellers beware – more red tape for holidays
Yes, but please sort out the paperwork first. The Spanish Ministry of the Interior’s new traveller register came into force on 2 December.
Living in Spain
A stress-free move to the Costa Blanca – how to ensure your move goes smoothly
With the right planning, your move will be perfectly organised – tips for a smooth start in your new home Moving to…
Career & Finances
Starting a business on the Costa Blanca – opportunities and challenges
The northern and southern Costa Blanca offer attractive conditions for start-ups and the self-employed – from regional support programmes to growing networks…