31/05/2024
Introduction This page explains more about the process of swapping the green piece of paper or card (the EU residency certificate) to the plastic TIE card […]
31/01/2022
The page you are looking for has moved and the information content changed. The closest equivalent link on our page that might interest you is: How […]
29/06/2021
This page discusses possible ways to get support if you believe a child, a young person or a family with children is at risk or vulnerable […]
05/02/2021
(If you are looking for a more general explanation of how to register for public healthcare in Spain as a British national, click on this link […]
10/01/2021
(Spanish/Español: For text in Spanish, click here / Pinche en este enlace para leer una descripción del servicio en castellano). Introduction People living in Spain, […]
20/04/2020
For certain types of family it is possible to register in Spain for a card that gives access to benefits and discounts from both the Spanish […]
01/04/2019
(Para ver esta misma información en español / To see this same information in Spanish: pinche aquí / click here). The Canary Islands public health service […]
05/02/2019
Most town halls can provide information on adult classes to learn Spanish in the same municipality or nearby. These are normally free of charge or at […]
14/01/2019
On this link below is an unofficial English translation of the EX-18. It is designed to help understand the form but the official Spanish version should […]
31/12/2018
It may be that you need a lawyer or professional ‘gestor’ to help you. Lawyers normally offer an initial consulation free of charge that could solve […]
31/12/2018
For information on correctly registering your residency as a British national living in Spain see the UK govt’s website link https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-spain (external link), The previous content […]
28/02/2018
The Junta de Andalucía issues a card for residents of Andalucía aged 65 and over that gives access to a series of discounts and services. (Andalucía […]
26/02/2018
A small fee (around 10 to 16 euros approx.) is needed to apply at an authorised National Police station either for: i) a NIE number or […]
17/09/2017
For British citizens, this article helps explain about: Being a legal resident in Spain if you moved to live in Spain on or after 1st January […]
09/09/2017
Disabled parking badges showing the name of the holder which have been issued by another EU country can be used in Spain until they expire. This […]
09/09/2017
By clicking on the link below, you can find a list of voluntary community organisations that can provide support or transport for visits or assistance with […]
09/09/2017
By clicking on the link below, you can find a list of community organisations that can provide assistance with translating or interpreting in Spanish. List […]
09/09/2017
By clicking on the link below, you can find a list of community and statutory organisations that can provide assistance if you need some extra help […]
09/09/2017
The most important centre for dealing with Spanish statutory social services in your area will be your local town hall or council. Although some benefits and […]
09/09/2017
By clicking on the link below, you can find a list of community and statutory organisations that can provide assistance with translating or understating some documents […]
09/09/2017
Teleassistance (‘teleasistencia’) or telecare are the common names for services where a person carries a pendant or bracelet with a button to call for help if […]
09/09/2017
Even if you are not a Spanish citizen but are a British national resident in Spain instead, you may be entitled to some benefits and support […]
09/09/2017
This page provides useful links, firstly for benefits from the UK government and, secondly the Spanish authorities. (Scroll further down the page for the link to […]
09/09/2017
If you are unsure about your financial situation in Spain, including your savings or your cost of living, we suggest consulting the following independent, non-profit organisations, […]
09/09/2017
Check if you are entitled to and are receiving all the benefits that you are entitled to from both the UK and Spain. UK benefits For […]
09/09/2017
The following two website links provide useful information on returning to the UK to live, including what UK benefits you may be entitled to after your […]
09/09/2017
Help from the Spanish authorities For those British nationals registered on their local council census (‘empadronado’, or on the ‘padrón’), the town-hall-based social worker, ‘trabajador social’, […]
09/09/2017
For information on finding emergency shelter, please click here for organisations that can provided guidance. For information on food banks and meal centres, please click here […]
09/09/2017
For information on possible support with doing food shopping click here For information on food banks and meal centres, click here Help the directory team spot […]
09/09/2017
Help from the Spanish authorities For those registered on their local council census (‘empadronado’, or on the ‘padrón’), the town-hall-based social worker, ‘trabajador social’, can carry […]
09/09/2017
Voluntary help Groups in your town or village may be able to help with providing voluntary assistance. Please click here for a list of organisations and […]
09/09/2017
Help from the Spanish authorities Depending on your circumstances and your condition, as a UK national resident in Spain you may be able to access medical […]
09/09/2017
Help from the Spanish authorities Usually, if you have recently been receiving hospital care and your doctors feel you need post-treatment care at home, they will […]
09/09/2017
Meal Centres In larger towns, hot meals can be provided for people in need. Click here for a list of organisations offering meals at different times […]
09/09/2017
Click here for a list of nearby organisations offering care of or shelter for animals. We recommend you recheck opening times and current availability as details […]
09/09/2017
Click here for a list of organisations offering clothing (we recommend you recheck opening times and current availability as details may change). Note: please enter the […]
09/09/2017
Search our directory for organisations or groups providing assistance and support. Click here. (Remember to add in the name of your town or village to see […]
09/09/2017
Search our directory for organisations or groups providing assistance and support. Click here. (Remember to add in the name of your town or village to see […]
09/09/2017
This website is designed to help you find information on where to go for help on and support for a variety of common issues and topics. […]
09/09/2017
Public Healthcare If you require assistance with or guidance on registering with Spanish public healthcare please click here. Dementia Charities There is a network of dementia […]
09/09/2017
Search our directory for organisations or groups providing assistance and support. Click here. Remember to add in the name of your town or village to see […]
09/09/2017
There are a variety of different organisations that could provide support during times of death or bereavement. Please click below for a list of organisations that […]
09/09/2017
Please click here to find groups dedicated to helping people living with diabetes. Even if they are not located directly in your area, initial help and […]
09/09/2017
There is a network of cancer support charitable organisations or voluntary groups that can provide advice and assistance. Please click below for a list of possible […]
09/09/2017
Your local public health service doctor can assist if required. If you are not registered please click here for information on how to do so. Please […]
09/09/2017
Search our directory for organisations or groups providing assistance and support. Click here. Remember to add in the name of your town or village to see […]
09/09/2017
Search our directory for organisations or groups providing assistance and support. Click here. Help the directory team spot any link not working or any change needed […]
09/09/2017
At public health centres and public hospitals services are provided in Spanish, although some doctors and health workers speak English and, if needed, you should ask […]
09/09/2017
Are you registered for Spanish public healthcare? Yes, I am registered: If you are registered for Spanish public healthcare and have a ‘tarjeta sanitaria’ (credit-card-sized health […]
09/09/2017
Health issues can be discussed in confidence with your doctor. Help in English can often be arranged on request in the Spanish public health care system. […]
