Living in Spain
Opening a Bank Account In Spain: Who, Where and How
How To Open a Bank Account in Spain
One of the first requirements for starting a company in Spain is opening a bank account. However, regardless of whether you are an entrepreneur or not, you may want to open a bank account to keep control of your finances. It can be difficult to know which bank to go to and how best to go about opening an account. Click more to find out our best tips. … Continue reading
The Spanish crisis from a different point of view
Crisis, unemployment, debt, premium risk… it seems impossible to detach Spain from these words. However, if we pay closer attention, Spain is a country full of opportunities!
Non-Residents Taxation in Spain
Taxation : who is considered as a Spanish non-resident?
In order to determine the tax residence of an individual or company, several factors must be evaluated. I encourage you to read this article dealing with the tax residence. You will find in this article some interesting information. If you do not match with these terms, then you are a Spanish tax non-resident.
Do non-residents have to pay taxes in Spain?… Continue reading
Real Estate in Spain: it is time to invest!
Spanish Real Estate prices have collapsed since 2008 as a result of the burst of the Real Estate bubble.
Spain is currently experiencing a Real Estate crisis unprecedented. After having more than doubled during the first years of 21st century,
Since 2008, prices have already decreased by 15% in Barcelona, 22% in Andalusia and 25% in Baleares and Canarias. According to specialists, the top decrease occurs in the Mediterranean costs area, such as the Costa del Sol, where prices have collapsed by 35%.… Continue reading
Spain, among business and pleasure
Enjoying a paella with your business colleagues, having a walk on the seaside or working in high-quality premises: make the most of your business life in Spain !
Feel free to share your Spanish business experiences with us !
Becoming resident for tax purposes in Spain? How and why?
Who can be resident for tax purposes in Spain?
First, we must differentiate European and non-European citizens. Indeed, only European citizens may live in Spain and become aSpanish tax resident. People from other countries cannot live nor obtain the tax residence in Spain. What are the conditions to become Spanish tax resident? The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development OECD considers 3 criterions to determine the tax residence of an individual.… Continue reading
Spain: Business and Holidays
Keep yourself informed of the Spanish news
Every entrepreneur and company manager in Spain should keep informed with the global and national news. Indeed, some events or changes in the social, political or economical background could have an significant impact on your company´s activity and development.
However, it is true that the language may constitute an obstacle when trying to read the national or regional newspaper. Here are some major websites prodiving information about Spain and Cataluña in English.… Continue reading