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.
Notices in some health centres suggesting that patients should know Spanish recently sparked a lively discussion in our group. I explored further, gathering members’ comments in response to the post and cross-checking the facts. What emerged
For many years, I was registered as a qualified paralegal through the Institute of Paralegals (IOP) in London. I qualified in 2018 through the professional experience route, which was one of the recognised pathways. The IOP was a supportive and
In the world of law, not all paralegals are created equal. Some skim through regulations, nodding along with authorities, accepting interpretations at face value. Others—those I call the true paralegals, or paraligns—spend hours dissecting e
A personal reflection by Myra Cecilia Azzopardi, Paralegal and Coordinator at Citizens Advice Spain, sharing nearly a decade of experience guiding residents through Brexit and its ongoing impact.
When Experience Speaks: Reflecting on a Decade of
Phew… what a ride! We’ve Been Through It All, and We’ll Get Through This Too
Keeping up with all the rules, documents, and updates hasn’t been easy. Here’s a look at the journey so far:
2015-2025: Spanish Wills
. Some Notaries
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer the stuff of science fiction. It has already crept into our lives, often quietly, modifying what we see online, determining which documents are accepted or rejected, and increasingly playing a role in li
Green Certificate vs. TIE: A Personal Reflection on Rights, Choices, and Respect By Myra, Citizens Advice Spain
Over recent years, I’ve been reflecting on the growing divide among UK nationals living in Spain, specifically between those who
The Future of the Green Residency Certificate for UK Nationals in Spain: Facts vs. Misinformation
By Myra Cecilia Azzopardi Senior Adviser at Citizens Advice Spain
As part of my ongoing work at Citizens Advice Spain, I often explore legal and ad
The Inconsistency of the Withdrawal Agreement:
Why Family Reunification Rights Should Be Challenged.
Preamble:
In 2022, 293,171 British nationals were registered on the padrón (local census) in Spain. The majority of these individuals were lik
Major Reforms to Unemployment Benefits and Subsidies.
Significant changes have been made to the laws governing unemployment benefits and subsidiary assistance. Below are some of the key reforms:
1. Extended Entitlement to Unemployment Benefits:
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