Guides that answer the real questions
Written and reviewed by a registered Spanish lawyer, with the official sources at the end of each guide.
- 03.10.26 How to get a TIE appointment and fingerprints in Spain How to book your TIE fingerprint appointment in Spain, what to bring (EX-17, 790-012 fee, photo), what it costs in 2026 and what to do if no slots appear.
- 03.10.26 Spanish visa or residence permit refused: how to appeal, when to reapply and what to do next Spanish visa or residence permit refused? Appeal deadlines (1 or 2 months), common refusal reasons, appeal or reapply, and what if Spain never replies.
- 03.10.26 Spanish citizenship exams: the CCSE and DELE A2 explained in English Spanish citizenship tests in English: CCSE (85 euros) and DELE A2 (138 euros in Spain, 170 pounds in the UK), 2026 dates, pass marks and exemptions.
- 03.10.26 Spain golden visa abolished: what are the alternatives in 2026? Spain's golden visa ended on 3 April 2025. What happens to existing permits, whether property still gives residency and the real alternatives in 2026.
- 03.10.26 Moving to Spain from the UK after Brexit: which visa is right for you in 2026 Moving to Spain from the UK in 2026: which visa fits retirees, remote workers and job offers, how much money you need and where to apply in the UK.
- 03.10.26 How to move to Spain from the USA: visa options for Americans in 2026 How to move to Spain as an American in 2026: visa options, how much money you need, the FBI check and apostille, consulates, family and citizenship.
- 03.10.26 How long does it take to get Spanish citizenship through residency? How long Spanish citizenship by residence takes in 2026: years of residence, exams, the Ministry's one-year deadline, the oath and what each step costs.
- 03.10.26 NIE number for property buyers: how to get it from the UK or abroad How to get an NIE number to buy property in Spain from the UK or abroad: consulate, police station or power of attorney, form EX-15, timings and fees.
- 03.10.26 How much does the Spanish non-lucrative visa cost? Money, fees and timeline in 2026 What the Spanish non-lucrative visa costs in 2026: money to show, consular fees for UK and US citizens, document costs and how long each step takes.
- 03.10.26 Non-lucrative visa vs digital nomad visa: which should you choose for Spain? Non-lucrative or digital nomad visa for Spain? Compare 2026 income, work rights, where to apply, duration, renewals, family and tax, and see which fits.
- 03.10.26 Spain's 90/180-day rule: how to stay longer than 90 days legally How Spain's 90/180-day rule works, how EES now counts your days, when ETIAS starts and the legal ways to stay longer than 90 days. Updated October 2026.
- 03.10.26 Spain's 183-day rule and the Beckham Law: what new residents need to know When do you become a Spanish tax resident? The 183-day rule, the other two tests and who can use the Beckham Law regime in 2026. Plain English, no jargon.