This is something that a lot of non-residents and expats should be aware of. You could think that by only saying you are a non-resident is enough, however, the digital era we are now living in is bringing more tools to the Tax Agency to keep a track and check if you are indeed a tax resident in Spain. An… Read more »
How to get a Spanish Residency Card (now TIE)?
There is a good deal of discussion in place regarding how to get the Spanish Residency card (now TIE) and Brexit. We have had been inundated with new enquiries from people living in Spain, who have not yet become a Spanish Resident and wish to take that step now. Thus, if you wish to become registered as Spanish Resident with… Read more »
Requirements for Spanish Residency (now a TIE)
The requirements to apply for your Spanish Residency (now a TIE) depend on the City that you are registered in the Padron. In Alicante the following documentation will be requested: NIE ( Número de identidad de extranjero- or tax number) Padron up to date (no more than 3 months old) Original Passport Residencia form (Spanish Solutions can provide this) 3… Read more »
The Risks if you don’t have Spanish Residence Permit or Medical Card
Over the past few days, we have been trying to help a ill Irish client who has lived here many years. She never obtained her Spanish Residence Permit or her SIP (Spanish Medical Card). She preferred to rely on paying for health care when needed and on the EHIC (European Health Insurance Card). She never doubted that if needed the… Read more »
Residency (TIE) for expats in Spain after Brexit and a No-Deal
Our suggestions for expats in Spain after Brexit We wish to make it clear that we only provide our advice on the legal and tax issues in Spain as we see it. We are not giving any personal opinion on Brexit or deals or otherwise. We only wish to assist and advise on this subject. Should a “No-Deal” Brexit scenario… Read more »
NIE Number, Residencia, TIE & Padron
NIE Number in Spain All foreigners with any kind of fiscal (tax) obligations here in Spain are required to obtain a foreigner’s identity number. This document is called an NIE (“Número de Identificación para Extranjero”). The NIE number identifies you to the Spanish tax authorities. This is very similar to the National Insurance number which you have in your own… Read more »