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I Am British, Once Acquired Can I Lose My Spanish Nationality?

Important for many if not most who have kept hold of their British passports or continue to use their original nationality. Spaniards who are not of origin (for example, those who have acquired Spanish nationality by residence) lose their  nati

Children´s Rights As Outlined In Convention – Explained For Children

Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Children´s Rights Convention a group of legal professionals, collaborating with specialists in child care and child social services have written a book, published by Wolter Kluwer, downloadable for free

Can I Convert A Civil Union To A Marriage?

This would need to be carried out in the country of origin which allows the conversion. Below are the details for UK civil unions. Convert Civil Union

Countersigning Uk Passports?

Full information on the Government site below. Countersigning Passports

How To Apply For A Health Card (tarjeta Sanitaria) In Andalucia?

A substitute card can be applied for via the website provided below with or without a digital signature. You can also apply in person at your health centre. The staff should assist you. Not available online for the unemployed, some types of work

Where Can I Obtain A Copy Of A Marriage Certificate In Spain?

Information from the Spanish Government site below. You can apply from the site with or without a digital certificate. Applications can also be made directly at the relevant ‘Registro Civil’ Certificates Applications in Spanish only

Helpline Bullying

  As of November 1st 2016 the Government Bullying Helpline is operative, 24 hrs/day, 365 days/year. Available to students, families, teachers or anyone else that suffers from bullying or knows someone who is. The lines are manned by psycho

Ayuda Familiar, What Is It And Where To Apply/renew

Ayuda Familiar is the common name for unemployment subsidy for those whose contributive unemployment benefits (Paro) has been used up and who have dependent family members. Can include children, but spouse as well. Currently (year 2019) 430 eur

Do I Need To Communicate A Death To Seguridad Social?

Yes, you do, if the deceased was a resident in Spain and registered for health care and/or in receipt of any pension or benefits. You need to present the death certificate at the INSS / CAISS office conveniently close to your location. By law, a

Can I Collect Child Maintenance If One Parent Lives Abroad?

Within the EU there are now legal systems put in place for cross border cooperation or court judgements. Find the information below on the UK government website. Child Maintenance One Parent Living Abroad From Your Europe. Maintenance Obliga

FAQ Library

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions.