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Farewell Domicile-welcome Long-term Residence

Farewell domicile, welcome long-term residence – the UK’s domicile regime has been abolished for tax purposes. The new residence-based system provides much more certainty for UK inheritance tax, and full freedom in some cases. Expatriates r

Why Uk Nationals Renewing The Tie  Should Use Ex 23 Not A Ex17 

Clarifying confusion about the correct form under the Withdrawal Agreement UK nationals living in Spain under the EU–UK Withdrawal Agreement (WA) are issued a TIE (Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero) that reflects their special legal status un

European Accessibility Act Enters Into Force

The entry into force of the European Accessibility Act (EU Directive 2019/882) marks an important step towards achieving a truly accessible Europe. As of 28 June, the emergency number 112, banks, public transport and other products and services

Uk-eu Agreement In Respect Of Gibraltar: Joint Statement

A joint statement from the UK, European Commission, Spain and Gibraltar following talks today (11 June) in Brussels. Full information: Full Information Press release from the HM government of Gibraltar “UK-EU Gibraltar Trade and Mobility

Spanish Tax In 2025

Income tax, Spain, succession tax, Tax Planning The Spanish tax regime is quite different from the UK’s and can be complicated. The rates and allowances also vary across autonomous communities. When moving to and living in Spain, it is essen

Tie Renewal Under The Withdrawal Agreement – Are Offices Refusing Early Renewals?

  Update – 12/07/2025 We are receiving ongoing feedback from our members regarding the refusal by many Foreigner Offices at the Comisarías (Police Stations) to process WA TIE renewals before the card’s expiry date. While a few knowledg

What Options Are Available For Victims Of Abuse?

There are emergency options for victims of domestic abuse, Here are some urgent and practical steps and resources you can consider: 1. Emergency Help & Protection Call 016  This is the national domestic abuse helpline in Spain. It’s fre

Living In Spain And Still Using U.k. Based Financial Advisers?

    Living in Spain and still using UK-based financial advisers? Living in Spain means navigating a completely different tax, succession and regulatory environment. UK-based advisers may no longer be authorised to support you effecti

Council Of Ministers Sends Draft Law On Working Hours To Congress

The Spanish Government approves a reduction in the working week from 40 to 37.5 hours, the first reduction since 1983. This measure will benefit 12.5 million workers, of whom 10.5 million are full-time and 2 million are part-time. Breaking it do

Legal Framework In Spain For Abandoned Or Dangerous Properties 

Legal Framework in Spain for Abandoned or Dangerous Properties   Ley del Suelo y Rehabilitación Urbana (Land and Urban Rehabilitation Law) This national law (currently Real Decreto Legislativo 7/2015) allows municipalities to take action i
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