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Myra’s Blog

Blog from the founder of Citizens Advice Bureau Spain, Myra Cecilia Azzopardi

How Can Citizens Advice Bureau Spain Benefit You?

As an expatriate living in Spain; do you find that the Spanish bureaucratic system can be disconcerting? Have you discovered that the simplest of transactions are difficult to conclude? Find yourself searching for answers to problems only to discover that there is nowhere where you could find a solution? I am assuming that the answer is yes and that is why should be a member of our web site if you arent already.

Nonresidents. The European Court Of Justice Rules In Your Favour In Relation To Inheritance Taxes

I personally abhor injustices of all types but my foremost concern focuses on what occurs in Spain and how certain rulings which are imposed affect our migrant community. The laws relating to taxes have often been prejudicial to the nonresident.

‘al Fresco Dining’ Does Spain Lack Smoke Free Areas?

Most tourists come to Spain for diverse reasons. One of the essentials is that Spain’s renowned magnificent weather accompanies them during their visit. For expatriate residents and visitors alike, it is customary to enjoy sitting outside in o

How Our Organisation Saves And Accumulates Wealth For Our Members

It is a beautiful and typically hot May afternoon in Andalucía. I could not avoid taking out my laptop and sitting in a cool area of my patio to draft a short blog. Here at the Citizens Advice Bureau Spain, we do many things. Besides the obviou

It May Appear Comical, But It May Be Illegal To Drive In Flip Flops

It is unlikely that tourists visiting Spain will be familiar with all the laws relating to driving on Spanish roads. Those of us who reside here are expected to be aware of these laws. Most having taking a practical and theory tests back home ma

How Can Citizens Advice Bureau Spain Benefit You?

As an expatriate living in Spain; do you find that the Spanish bureaucratic system can be disconcerting? Have you discovered that the simplest of transactions are difficult to conclude? Find yourself searching for answers to problems only to dis