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Spain's Golden Visa ended on April 3, 2025. See what happens to existing holders and compare the best Spanish residency alternatives in 2026: Non-Lucrative Visa, Digital Nomad Visa, work permits and entrepreneur routes.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover how foreigners can rent in Spain: learn how the housing market works, top search websites (Idealista, Fotocasa, agents), required documents, remote viewings, and tips on securing an apartment in cities like Madrid or Barcelona. Prepare for a smooth move!
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Planning to retire in Spain? See 2026 Spain retirement visa requirements, income thresholds, health insurance, tax rules and application steps.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Spain Digital Nomad Visa 2026: check income requirements, W-2 rules, Spanish client limits, taxes, documents and how to apply from Spain or abroad.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete 2026 guide to moving to Barcelona: administrative procedures (NIE, empadronamiento), housing, neighborhoods, cost of living, work, healthcare and integration for expats.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete 2026 guide to Spain's Non-Lucrative Visa: IPREM financial thresholds (€28,800), required documents, health insurance, application steps, costs, remote-work rules, renewal, tax residency, TIE and post-arrival steps.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to obtaining your NIE in Salamanca. Procedures, documents (EX-15), appointment booking (cita previa), foreigners' office address, and practical tips for expatriates and students.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to the CVEC student fee in France: what it is, how to get your INE number, step-by-step online payment on cvec.etudiant.gouv.fr, exemptions, proof of payment, refunds, and enrolment tips for international students.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete 2026 guide to the France entrepreneur visa (Talent – Porteur de projet): €30,000 investment, viability attestation, application steps, SMIC resources (€22,404), residence card fees (€350), family reunion, and post-arrival obligations.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide for expats on driving in France: foreign license validity, exchange procedure via ANTS, required documents, French driving test, insurance, and road rules.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to France Talent Visa requirements in 2026. Passeport Talent categories, salary thresholds (€39,582 / €59,000), documents, fees, application process, family reunion, and renewal.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
A complete guide to French etiquette for expats: greetings, vous vs tu, dining manners, queue etiquette, workplace culture, dress code, and daily life customs to integrate smoothly in France.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
A complete guide to the S1 form in Spain. Learn how EU and UK expats can access the Spanish public healthcare system, eligibility, and alternatives like the Convenio Especial.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
A comprehensive guide to setting up a mobile phone plan in France. Learn about prepaid vs contract SIM cards, coverage, and the best options for expats.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to setting up a business in France as a foreign founder: choosing the right legal structure (SAS, SARL, auto-entrepreneur), registering with the Commercial Court, obtaining your K-bis extract and SIRET number, tax registrations, hiring employees, and aligning incorporation with your visa status (Talent Passport, entrepreneur visa).
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to CPAM registration in France for expats: who needs to register, required documents (ID, visa, birth certificate), employer-assisted vs. individual registration, and how to get your social security number and Carte Vitale.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to the France Working Holiday Visa (VVT) in 2026: eligibility rules for 16 partner countries, age limits (18-35), financial requirements, health insurance, and step-by-step application process for young travelers.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to health insurance for a France visa: €30,000 Schengen travel medical cover, long-stay student, work, Talent Passport and visitor requirements, accepted certificates and policy formats, how to buy before your appointment, CPAM / Assurance Maladie after arrival, and FAQs.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to opening a bank account in France: resident vs non-resident accounts, required documents (ID, visa, proof of address), best banks for expats, online banking, fees, Banque de France and droit au compte, and pitfalls to avoid.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to spouse and family visas in France: EU free movement, regroupement familial, marriage to a French citizen, Talent Passport Family, OFII, ANEF validation, and residence cards.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Step-by-step guide to the French long-stay visitor visa (VLS-TS): eligibility, proof of funds, health insurance, accommodation, France-Visas application, ANEF validation, renewal, and pitfalls.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Everything you need to know about the French work visa: eligibility, work permit (autorisation de travail), application process, salary thresholds, and family reunification.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to the France entrepreneur visa (Talent Passport - Business creation): eligibility, €30,000 minimum investment, application steps, family, and steps after arrival.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to moving to Granada: formalities (NIE, empadronamiento), housing, neighbourhoods, cost of living, work and integration. Everything to succeed in your expatriation to Granada.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
What is the numéro fiscal? Who needs a French tax ID, how to get it, and how to use it. Complete guide for expats and newcomers to France.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Everything you need to know about studying in France: why study here, choosing a program, tuition and scholarships, student visa, housing, and student life.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Planning an internship in France? Learn everything about the internship VLS-TS visa, convention de stage, application process, and eligibility for non-EU interns.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Planning to move to France with your pet? Discover the essential requirements for microchipping, rabies vaccinations, and documentation for dogs, cats, and ferrets.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
A comprehensive guide to the French Talent Passport: eligibility, requirements, application process, and benefits for skilled professionals and their families.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
A comprehensive guide to French visa categories: short-stay Schengen visas, long-stay VLS-TS, student, work, talent passport, and visitor visas.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Everything you need to know to settle in Salamanca: administrative procedures (NIE, empadronamiento), housing, cost of living, and tips for a successful expatriation.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide for French expats opening a bank account in Spain. Learn about resident vs non-resident accounts, required documents, best banks (BBVA, Santander, N26), and the opening process.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to obtaining your NIE in Madrid. Discover the steps, required documents, office addresses and practical tips to successfully complete your procedures in the Spanish capital.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Studying in France? This complete guide for 2026 covers everything about French student visa requirements, from application steps and VLS-TS validation to financial proof and accommodation documents.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Planning to study in France? Discover our 10 essential tips for international students: housing, banking, health insurance, and administrative procedures for a smooth arrival in 2026.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover how to organize your move in France from A to Z: planning, administrative procedures, sorting, cost reduction, and financial aid (CAF, FSL).
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide for your national relocation in France: organisation, services, professional relocation, rates, and advice for a stress-free transfer.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide on the differences between French citizenship and permanent residency. Learn about eligibility, rights, and how to apply for naturalization or a 10-year resident card.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to obtaining and renewing your French residence permit (titre de séjour). Requirements, documents, process, and tips for non-EU citizens.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to obtaining a French student visa (VLS-TS). Requirements, step-by-step process, documents needed, and tips for international students in 2026.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to the EU Blue Card in France. Eligibility, minimum salary, application process, and benefits for highly skilled non-EU workers.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to settling in Valencia, Spain. Quality of life, neighborhoods, cost of living, procedures (NIE) and employment. Everything to succeed in your expatriation.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover why Spain is the ideal destination for your retirement. Climate, cost of living, healthcare, taxation and administrative procedures: our complete guide for seniors.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
The complete guide to finding housing in Spain in 2026. Rental, purchase, flatshare, required documents (NIE), pitfalls to avoid and prices by city.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
To work in Spain in 2026: Spanish job market, hiring sectors, NIE, social security, salaries, autónomo status and advice for successful professional expatriation.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover how to obtain your NIE in Valencia. Our complete 2026 guide details the appointment booking, necessary documents and tips to successfully complete your procedures.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover our complete 2026 guide to successfully settle in Madrid. Expat checklist, administrative procedures, housing, work, and budget.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover how to obtain your NIE in Granada. Our complete 2026 guide details appointment booking, required documents and tips to succeed in your procedures in Andalusia.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover the budget needed to live in Spain in 2026. Our complete guide details housing, food, transportation, and leisure costs for expats.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide for expats on driving in Spain: validity of French licenses, exchange procedure, vehicle registration, and local rules.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover how to obtain the tax identification number (CIF/NIF) for your company in Spain. Complete guide on procedures, documents, and obligations.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
The complete guide to the Spanish DNI (Documento Nacional de Identidad). Discover its features, differences with the NIE and the French CNI.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
The complete guide to obtaining your social security number in Spain (NUSS). Procedures, required documents, and advice for expats.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
The complete guide to understanding the differences between NIF, NIE, DNI, and CIF in Spain. If you search for the meaning of “cif nif”, the short answer is simple: the CIF was the former code d'identification fiscale for companies in Spain, while the NIF is the current tax ID number used for tax purposes by both personnes and entreprises, with different forms depending on the entity. Essential for your administrative and tax procedures, this guide is designed for Spanish nationals, foreigners, residents, non-residents, individuals, and businesses that need to use the right ID number in Spain for a tax, work, contracts, customs, banking, or real estate formalities.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover how to apply for and obtain your Spanish NIE from France via the consulate. A complete guide on procedures, documents, and deadlines.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Guide to obtaining the EU residence certificate (green NIE) and preparing long-term permanent residence after five years in Spain.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
The complete guide to opening a bank account in Spain. Discover the steps for non-residents, the best banks (traditional and online), and the required documents.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
The complete guide to obtaining permanent residence in Spain after 5 years. Discover the conditions, procedure, and benefits of this status.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
The complete checklist of administrative procedures to successfully move to Spain. From NIE to padrón, everything to remember for your expatriation.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover the essential steps to get your NIE in Spain quickly. Follow our practical guide to facilitate your procedures.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover the process of obtaining a NIE in Spain with this practical guide. Follow our essential steps to facilitate your procedures. Read the article!
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover why Spain is the ideal destination for expats. A complete guide on quality of life, opportunities, taxation, and procedures.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover the best neighborhoods in Madrid for expatriates. Our complete 2026 guide to finding the ideal neighborhood according to your budget and lifestyle.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Complete guide to obtaining a return visa to France if you have lost or had your residence permit stolen. Procedures, documents, and tips.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover the key steps to successfully integrate a foreign employee. From administrative tasks to cultural inclusion, our practical guide for companies.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover where to apply, what documents to provide, the fees to expect, and how to book an appointment, to simplify your passport renewal process.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover everything you need to know about Spanish taxation for expatriates: tax residence, IRPF, the Beckham Law, and practical tips for 2026.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
The complete guide to understanding empadronamiento in Spain. Discover the steps to register at the padrón municipal and obtain your residence certificate.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert
Discover how to get your NIE in Spain with our complete guide. Follow our steps to simplify your administrative procedures and successfully settle in.
Julia Brachet
International Mobility Expert