JaneLoveit
English expat in Spain
Forum posts
68
Contacts
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About me
English, Single, 33 years old
Lives in Torrevieja, Valencia
Speaks ENGLISH
Registration: 31 January 2021
I鈥檝e got a question by mirellasalucci
If I become a Spanish citizen will I lose my free nhs for back home in the Uk
It may be a surprise, but council tax does not pay or contribute to the UK NHS. It is a serious offense to defraud the UK NHS and you can be imprisoned for it. You may have paid National Insurance contributions (NI) in the past, but that is the past ... Read More
Help! Selling house in UK, Buying in Spain. Confused. by katie.simons
Hi Guys. I'm a little confused about the practicalities of the actual buying and selling of property. A little advice could really help me. My husband is remote working (not pandemic related) and will be continuing with that while in ...
Katie Beware, read this first Police investigate Read More
Interview at Spanish embassy London by walkerc22
For 2 weeks been trying by phone and email to contact the Embassy for an Appointment for non lucrative visa am getting absolutely nowhere no response from them the phone calls are cut off after 3 or 4 minutes anyone out there any ideas? Frustrated ...
Hi Chris This is a common problem with Embassies and Consulates worldwide. They do not need you; it is you that needs them. You are not a paying customer and therefore just an inconvenience to them. Your last resort may be to doorstep them, take ... Read More
Help! Selling house in UK, Buying in Spain. Confused. by katie.simons
Hi Guys. I'm a little confused about the practicalities of the actual buying and selling of property. A little advice could really help me. My husband is remote working (not pandemic related) and will be continuing with that while in ...
It would be exactly the same as buying and selling a property in the UK, with the exception that in Spain it is traditional (not compulsory or law) to pay a non-refundable deposit when agreeing to buy. Read More
NON-RESIDENT TAX by JaneLoveit
Why do you have to pay non-resident tax in Spain? I own a property that I do not rent out, I have no rental license. I am an EU citizen. I do not own any other property. Is this just a made-up tax or is there some justification for it?
You have been very helpful and I thank you for your patience. I have been charged this tax by the Spanish government and also denied no access (zero) to my property by the Spanish government due to COVID. I do not blame anyone for COVID. It is a ... Read More
NON-RESIDENT TAX by JaneLoveit
Why do you have to pay non-resident tax in Spain? I own a property that I do not rent out, I have no rental license. I am an EU citizen. I do not own any other property. Is this just a made-up tax or is there some justification for it?
But how can you be charged non-residence tax (imputed tax) when you were denied access into Spain and your property due to COVID? Read More
180 Days Student Visa by zerubhove
Hi, I'm from Zimbabwe and I came to Spain on a 180 days student visa. From what I understand, I have the permission to stay in Spain for 6 months and I do not have to apply for a NIE. My visa, however, expires next month. 1. Is it possible to ...
You have come to Spain on a 180 Day Student Visa, do you understand what a student visa is? Why are you looking at job opportunities in Spain when you are not allowed to work? If you want to work in Spain you will need to go back to Zimbabwe and ... Read More
NON-RESIDENT TAX by JaneLoveit
Why do you have to pay non-resident tax in Spain? I own a property that I do not rent out, I have no rental license. I am an EU citizen. I do not own any other property. Is this just a made-up tax or is there some justification for it?
I think you are having me on. I am non resident in Spain. I am not tax resident in Spain You keep quoting tax laws and rules for Spain residents and Spain tax residents. Read More
NON-RESIDENT TAX by JaneLoveit
Why do you have to pay non-resident tax in Spain? I own a property that I do not rent out, I have no rental license. I am an EU citizen. I do not own any other property. Is this just a made-up tax or is there some justification for it?
I think I have got it now. You pay non-resident tax to live in your own property because you cannot charge yourself rent. So really it is a special property tax only paid by non-residents even though they are not tax residents. Read More
NON-RESIDENT TAX by JaneLoveit
Why do you have to pay non-resident tax in Spain? I own a property that I do not rent out, I have no rental license. I am an EU citizen. I do not own any other property. Is this just a made-up tax or is there some justification for it?
Hi John and thanks for your help. I am not a tax resident in Spain and I do not let out my property for income and I do not have a rental license. I purchase my property with my own tax-paid money. How can it be called a imputed tax when there is ... Read More
NON-RESIDENT TAX by JaneLoveit
Why do you have to pay non-resident tax in Spain? I own a property that I do not rent out, I have no rental license. I am an EU citizen. I do not own any other property. Is this just a made-up tax or is there some justification for it?
Thank you, John I fully understand that if you own a property and rent it for income, that income would be taxable as a gain. But if you own a property that you do not rent, have no rental license, there is no income or monetary gain. If you reside ... Read More
NON-RESIDENT TAX
Why do you have to pay non-resident tax in Spain? I own a property that I do not rent out, I have no rental license. I am an EU citizen. I do not own any other property. Is this just a made-up tax or is there some justification for it? Read More
How to apply EU Blue Card in Spain by Chihieu Le
Hi all !! Do anyone know how to apply EU Blue card in Madrid? I am from Vietnam. I got a job as developer here 10 months ago, my NIE has info "highly skilled". I read the requirements of EU Blue card and I have enough all the requirements ...
Ask the Spanish immigration authorities in Madrid. Read More
Non-lucrative visa to work or invest in a business by tamfelix99
I would like to know the cheapest & fastest way to work or invest in a business in Spain. I'm holding a non-lucrative visa with my family and I moved to Spain 3 months ago. Do I need to do a business plan? Or I just go to the Spain tax ...
The cheapest & fastest way to invest in a business in Spain is by the IBEX stock exchange. Read More
Missing Sister by ianthompsonbell
Hello everyone, My name is Ian and I live in England. My wife's elder sister moved the Murcia about a year before Covid struck. Now she is no longer answering her emails and my wife is very worried something has happened to her. She has already ...
Hello Ian Why not go to her address? Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
Hello LaLa 鈥業 hope you feel better soon, love.鈥� You are British from Yorkshire. Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
Hello LaLa I realise you are a secretive person but you have posted on a public forum with a pseudonym. Mr pseudonym could be anyone including Lord Lucan. Perhaps secrecy, lies and deceit are second nature to you and a compulsive habit. Are you ... Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
Hello LaLa I am so glad you understand. Members of the forum are not here to help you commit fraud or conspire with you to commit fraud. When someone asks a question on the forum with vague information you are likely to be asked for more ... Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
Hello LaLa 鈥樷�橸ou don't need all that information to just explain to someone that you cannot send someone with an authorization letter to register.鈥欌�� That statement maybe incorrect. Perhaps if you were in hospital and ... Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
Hello LaLa How did you ever expect to get an accurate answer to half a story. You say you live in Germany and now change to you lived in Valencia. You refuse to say where you now live and where you are resident. You want empadronamiento (for secret ... Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
This is your profile on the forum and created by you. I am currently living here Germany Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
No you cannot. To get empadronamiento you need to be resident in Spain and go to the Town Hall, show your residency document, passport and proof of living at the property. Sorry if this is not the answer you want to hear. The Town Hall鈥檚 ... Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
When 'EVENTUALLY' arrives and you are resident in Spain you can get empadronamiento. Read More
Obtaining empadronamiento remotely and without rental agreement
Why do you want empadronamiento if you do not live at the property and are resident in Germany? Read More
rent a place & find a job in Spain by jopans
We all dream about it but how easy is it to rent a place & find a job in Spain ?
There is work see jobs section on this forum. Read More
Renting in Tenerife by Stu Simpson
Hi I鈥檓 thinking of renting for 6 months in Tenerife or La Gomera . During the Winter season from October to March . Was recommended that La Gomera was a beautiful place from the Tenerife local taxi driver . My rental limit is 鈧�800 Euros ...
I presume you are a Spanish Resident. Finding work in Spain is difficult unless you have unique skills needed in the area you want to work. Read More
Moving to Spain by SmartfloorUK Ltd
I currently run a Uk LTD company and have for many years wanted to live in Spain and run my business from there. I am now in a position to buy a property in Murcia and would appreciate any advice with regard visas, residency and in particular any ...
Contact Spanish Consulate London. Read More
Non lucrative visa lawyer by Rachelle1575
Hello, Can anyone please recommend a good immigration lawyer to help me with the process of applying for NLV . Non Lucrative Visa to Spain. I鈥檓 Australian and am looking to move hopefully early 2022. Many thanks, Rachelle
You can easily do all this yourself. Contact your nearest Spanish Consulate. Read More
uk resident can i buy in italy still in uk. by shelleyadrienne
hi everyone, iam uk resident, i want to retire to greece or italy, soon can i buy a house from uk without going to greece to buy it, but in effect buy it ready. what papers do i need, and will i be able to buy from uk ie via internett, without going ...
Go and see a solicitor for legal advice. Read More
Newbie seeking advice and discussion -HI by E B75
Hi all, just entering early retirement (50) and been researching moving to a temperate climate Just myself and considering a caravan in tenerife (was considering spain but think it can get cols in winter.) Hence the reason for joining up to seek ...
Email me for help and advice. What is your email. Read More
Newbie seeking advice and discussion -HI by E B75
Hi all, just entering early retirement (50) and been researching moving to a temperate climate Just myself and considering a caravan in tenerife (was considering spain but think it can get cols in winter.) Hence the reason for joining up to seek ...
Yes a better balanced climate in Tenerife. Read More
COST OF DYING IN SPAIN by Bob and Pat
We were stopped in Carrefour by 2 female sales people selling death plans. They said Spain is the most expensive place to die and we need a 20,000 euro plan each now 鈥樷�檛oday鈥欌�� to be able to stay in Spain. Is this true?.
There is no law in Spain or the UK that says a relative or friend must pay for another person鈥檚 funeral unless they have legally agreed and signed to do so. Be very careful what you sign. Some funeral plan sellers (Carrefour Foyer Pitches) are ... Read More
Money Transfer Companies by JaneLoveit
Be careful with money transfer companies, they are not banks and have no government backed compensation scheme. They will all boast that they are regulated; in the UK it?s FCA. They are regulated because it is compulsory and not by choice. ...
Great news, I hope they do better than MARCONI who I bought 拢10,000 worth of shares and lost every penny. Read More
International/English Schools & Healthcare by bobbywilson1990
Hi guys, We are a family of 7 from Lancashire, who have decided we want to move to Spain. We are looking at a few different locations; Alicante, Malaga, Valencia, Palma, Tenerife & Majorca. We've come round to looking at schools, on ...
Hi Bobby State schooling is free in Spain for residents. Regarding healthcare, state healthcare is available if you pay into the system or free to some residents (OAP). What are your 2 eldest going to do with their life in Spain considering Spain ... Read More
American Having a Hard Time Opening a Spanish Bank Account by rmisiclier
Hello! I am Roger. My interest is to purchase a property in the Malaga area and was told that I needed an NIE in Spain in order to open a bank account and transact. I obtained the NIE through the embassy in Washington, and made a trip this month ...
What reason did compliance department give? I assumed you asked. Read More
Looking for a job by Cristhian Petrov
Hello! I am Kristian. I live in Valencia since last week. I dont speak Spanish but i want to learn. For now i need to get some job and i am despered. I am good in some construction work i have a 5 years in warehouse I have been in kitchen also. It ...
Hello Kristian I think you are supposed to post this in the jobs section, you may get told off for being a naughty boy. Are you a legal resident of Spain and therefore able to legally work? Maybe if you do not speak Spanish and you are desperate ... Read More
New members of the Spain forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Spain forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
So lonely due to COVID, looking for new friends to meet. Read More
Moving to Spain - good contacts by Narm
Hi, I'm Narmatha. My husband and I currently live in the UK but are looking to move to Alicante in Oct/Nov this year. Obviously there have been a lot of changes due to Brexit so wanted to know if anyone knew of any lawyers/professionals who ...
Hello Narmatha There are many lawyers/professionals in the UK and Spain who are happy to take your money to fill in forms. Initially everything will go through the Spanish Consulate in London where you are allowed to obtain all the forms yourself ... Read More
Renting an apartment in Valencia by kratikus
Hi everyone, I will be moving to Valencia in the end of May because of work, and I am trying to figure out how to go about the accommodation. Is it possible to rent an apartment already from Germany, without going there at all? Or is it compulsory ...
There is no exact answer to your question. Some town halls will hand out Padron documents like bus tickets whilst others may be strict. The same applies to landlord鈥檚 and letting agents, it can be a case of how desperate they are to let a ... Read More
Unemployment benefits by mariagreen992
Good morning: I would like to know if there is anyone from Colombia living in Almendralejo in the province of Badajoz. I am a Colombian girl who has recently been living here, specifically for a year and a half. Because of the Covid-19 I have ...
The government does not have any money, they only distributes tax payers money. I have never heard of any official house buying benefit (hand out). Read More