Spain Property Guide Summer 2021

LEGAL ADVICE
Living in Spain
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If you intend to live in Spain for more than 90 days
in every 180 days then as you may already knowthe
rules for non EU citizens have changed since
January 31st 2001.
We all love the weather in Spain the wonderful
beaches and most of all the outdoors and lifestyle
that is on the wish list for most UK citizens especially
those who plan to retire.
Therefore if you intend to spend any considerable
amount of time in Spain and if you want to remain
longer then 90 days in every six month period then
it is required to apply for your Spanish non-lucrative
visa. This must be done form you home country by
application to the Spanish consul. It is also advisable
to apply for an NIE number for things like opening
a bank account, registeration of a Spansih mobile
phome and also to buy a car. Infact the Spanish
NIE number is used for most things so even if you
intend to stay for shorter periods but live in Spain
part time you will find that life without a NIE is almost
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impossible.
For both the NIE number and the Spansih residency
visa (non-lucrative visa) you will need to fill in forms
in Spanish, also you will need to present the required
documents, some of the documents would need to be
translated and certified together with your passport,
utility bills and bank statements all with multiple
copies.
This process can be discouraging for those who
are considering a move to Spain, and expectadly
difficulties with the language, as well as which
documents to produce. Legal advice and support
is recommended to the simplify the process and
lead the way to a straight forward and stress free
application process. The timing which is most
important for those people wanting to buy a property
at the same time as selling a property and then move
to Spain as there are time restrictions on visas once
granted and necessary to apply for the residency TIE
card.