Heidi Wagoner
@wagonersabroad
American expat in Spain
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Lives in Almu帽茅car, Andalusia
Registration: 05 April 2013
Health insurance - pre-existing conditions by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I just had our visas approved and will be moving to Spain on Sept. 17. We currently have travel insurance to satisfy our visa requirements, but we would like to find more comprehensive coverage. Can anyone recommend ...
We have lived in Spain for 8 years and in that time the rules for the private health insurance has continually changed. It used to be travel insurance was accepted, then private insurance with copay and so on. Now they are pretty strict with no ... Read More
Private Health Insurance - Pay month to month? by sloanrobe
We are in the process of finding private health insurance so we can apply for visas. We will be moving to Barcelona this summer. Are there any private health insurance companies in Spain that would allow us to pay on a month to month basis? The ...
If you have a spanish bank account, then many will allow monthly, quarterly or annual. keep in mind they all have annual contracts, so paying monthly is just for payments. We have DKV and pay quarterly, but did have the option to pay monthly if we ... Read More
Private Health Insurance - Visas
we currently use DKV and have had many clients use it too. Also recommended are Sanitas expats and Adeslas too. here is more detailed info https://wagonersabroad.com/medical-insurance-spain-healthcare/ Read More
I hesitate between Valencia and Malaga by European521
Hola todos Am a Canadian retiree and am planning to move to Spain. I hesitate between Valencia and Malaga and would like to have the opinion of other retirees who are living in either city. Muchas gracias!! D.
Try both! :-) If you are renting a place, just pick the one you have a gut response to. Take a few months to experience it, travel and see if you like the other. Or just do 6 months in each. What you read online isn't always the same ... Read More
Options for a freelancer from a non-EU country?
the non lucrative visa is likely your best option for the family. we have hundreds of posts about non eu families moving to spain and provide ebooks and consulting as well. let us know if you have questions. Wagoners Abroad Read More
Looking for correspondance
There are several facebook groups for expats in Spain to search as well as various websites too. Of course in addition to this site. We have a travel blog, mainly about Spain, so plenty of useful info for you to get the planning going. best of ... Read More
Retirement
You should maybe explore the Costa Tropical too. Malaga is the nearest airport. Read More
Just Arrived and Overwhelmed by RestaurantDoc
My wife and I just retired to Spain, fresh new non-lucrative visas in hand. We've rented an apartment in Daimus for a month or so while we secure a long term lease elsewhere. We have our NIEs, but no Spanish language ability, we know no one in ...
Hmm, I wasn't replying to Andy, just the person who asked the original question. Read More
Just Arrived and Overwhelmed by RestaurantDoc
My wife and I just retired to Spain, fresh new non-lucrative visas in hand. We've rented an apartment in Daimus for a month or so while we secure a long term lease elsewhere. We have our NIEs, but no Spanish language ability, we know no one in ...
non lucrative visa is usually issued to non-eu citizens. If from UK, it wouldn't be required. Read More
Just Arrived and Overwhelmed by RestaurantDoc
My wife and I just retired to Spain, fresh new non-lucrative visas in hand. We've rented an apartment in Daimus for a month or so while we secure a long term lease elsewhere. We have our NIEs, but no Spanish language ability, we know no one in ...
Look for a gestor, that should get you to the right place. Otherwise, we have an ebook with all of the steps for Americans getting settled or you can ask in one of the many expat facebook groups. look for americans in spain or valencia, even Denia ... Read More
International vs. Spanish State schools by Heatherrr
Hello - my husband and I are hoping to move our family to the Costa del Sol within the next two years. Our sons are currently 6 and 7, shortly turning 7 and 8. One of the biggest concerns I have about moving to Spain is how difficult it will be for ...
We arrived in 2012, when our kids were 7 & 10 and put them into public schools. If you goal is immersion and fluency in Spanish, I highly recommend public schools. It is like throwing them in the deep end of the pool to learn to swim, but the ... Read More
Enrolling kids in public schools
school is obligatory until the age of 16, so they will have to provide you a space somewhere. You just missed the pre enrollment period in March. When you arrive and have an address, you should be able to register them. it may not be at the ... Read More
Biracial Family with Young Children Looking to Move to Spain by NoelStarks
Hello! My family and I are interested in moving to Spain from Las Vegas, NV. We have 2 daughters ages 5 and 11. We are also a biracial family (I am Hispanic and my husband is Mexican and African American). I worry that we may not be accepted, ...
I think you and your family would be welcome all over Spain! Your budget should work all over too, but it all depends on your lifestyle of course. We are a family of 4 and survive just fine in the south on $3k a month for the past 5 years, even ... Read More
Entrepreneur Visa for Spain by llangenhoven
We are looking to move to Spain from the Houston, TX area. We want to make the move in 2020. I've been reading a number of the posts. Tons of interesting information. I see a number of people going for the "Retirement" or ...
yes the entrepreneur may be right for you and they are approved very quickly too, I have heard within 20 days. There is also such a thing as the golden visa as well. check both out. Read More
Looking to move to Malaga. Would love some information.
Spain is a great place for kids and US friendly too. Costa del Sol is good if you need more available in English, but may be more expensive than other areas. Medical insurance is very affordable in Spain, providing no pre existing conditions and ... Read More
Moving to Spain with 4 kids to Costa Del Sol or Costa Blanca by Tatiana.lux.1456
Hi, My husband' office told him he could retire much earlier that we expected , with his pension of course much less than the salary. so we are planning to move from Luxembourg to Spain. Our situation: married with 4 kids ( 10yo, 7yo, 4yo and ...
There are also public bilingual schools in Costa Tropical and the cost of living is likely less than both locations listed. It is just next to Costa del Sol along the Granada Coast. So about 1 hour east of the Malaga airport and 1 hour south of ... Read More
Mixed Family from Thailand planning on moving to spain need some help by JrSamui
Hi there, how are you all doing I am Jordi, i'm from Holland, Amsterdam and planning on moving back to Spain. I'm currently living in Thailand for 3 years and my wife is Thai and my daughter is half Thai. I lived in Spain for 6 years and ...
Shengen visa is free and 90 days within the zone to get the resident paperwork sorted. if they come with you as an EU citizen all should be fine, but there is paperwork and you will need to provide marriage certificate apostiled. birth ... Read More
Moving to Spain with 4 kids to Costa Del Sol or Costa Blanca by Tatiana.lux.1456
Hi, My husband' office told him he could retire much earlier that we expected , with his pension of course much less than the salary. so we are planning to move from Luxembourg to Spain. Our situation: married with 4 kids ( 10yo, 7yo, 4yo and ...
I am curious what has drawn you to those 2 locations? They do meet your needs and also have some quite touristy areas, but also some gems. I would look just about anywhere on the southern coast, but really envision what you want your day to day ... Read More
Spanish Driver License by romano1963
Hi, We are considering moving to Barcelona and have California driver licenses. Do any of you know what the process is for getting a Spanish license? Is it automatic or do we need to go thru the whole process of written and behind-the-wheel ...
the USA has 50 states, each with a different license, so no reciprocation in Spain. You need to go through the entire process. We have an ebook on driving in Spain which details it all out, but I am sure you can piece things together through ... Read More
Health insurance - pre-existing conditions by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I just had our visas approved and will be moving to Spain on Sept. 17. We currently have travel insurance to satisfy our visa requirements, but we would like to find more comprehensive coverage. Can anyone recommend ...
Perhaps you should contact the various Spanish private health insurance agencies and see what each of their policies are. It is likely something like high blood pressure or high cholesterol is accepted, but you should really ask those providing the ... Read More
Cost of Living for a fam铆lia of four by Andr茅 Gusso
Hi there! I intend to expend a year in Sabadell a city close to Barcelona working at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Does any one knows If a family of four can live there with 2500-3000 euros? Kids must attend public school and we expect ...
We share our costs for a family of four for 18 months in Andalucia. The costs may be slightly different, but you can use for a rough guide. on our home page of Wagoners Abroad, there is a photo with the word "Money" on it... click on ... Read More
Moving to live in Spain
Well as Canadians you could certainly live in Spain with the non lucrative visa, but that doesn't allow you to take a job in Spain. I am not sure what the document you have means, is there a more complete title of the document? How was it he ... Read More
Spain with Small Kids by jacksonwest
My husband and I are planning a move to Spain from the USA next year. We have a 2 and a 4 year old and are wondering the best cities/areas of Spain to consider. Not Madrid or Barcelona due to cost of living, have read a lot of good about Valencia ...
It all depends on what you are looking for with activities, weather, price, authentic spain, an expat community, and so on. Valencia is amazing as well as Malaga. If you like to be inland try Seville or near the mountains in Granada. Read More
Canadian spouse of UK citizen - Residence Permit advice needed by shuswapper
Any assistance greatly appreciated! Here's our situation: we are relocating to Spain in September (Alicante). My wife is a UK citizen and lives as a landed immigrant with me here in Canada. We understand she can relocate to Spain with virtually ...
you need to get your marriage recognized in the UK. It can get a bit tricky for Americans, Canadians, but they do want the right paperwork. There is quite a bit of info online in various places. We don't specifically cover this on our blog, ... Read More
Australian thinking of retiring in Spain
If surfing is your thing, then you need to go near Santander or down by Cadiz. It isn't likely to find any surfing on the Med. Coasts. We are a family of 4 but help many retirees too with the information in our blog. have a check and see if ... Read More
Moving To Spain
We have quite a bit of info for non-EU citizens moving to or retiring in Spain, inlcuing visa application and medical info. This should help you a bit ... Read More
Moving to Spain
There are plenty of authentic coastal areas which arent too touristy. You need to get out of Costa del Sol, Almeria and Alacante for that though. We are in Costa Tropical 1 hour east of Malaga and 1 hour south of Granada. There are many towns ... Read More
Canadian Drivers License by matty3000
Wondering if any expats here have gotten a spanish license. If so, what are the steps? Not sure whether I have 6 months or a year grace with my Canadian (Ontario) license but I'm sure I'll need a Spanish document for insurance if I decide to ...
Nope Americans have to go through the entire process as well. Acutally many countries do. They don't reciprocate with the USA becuase there are 50 states each with their own license, so it isn't just 1 country. We just obtained our ... Read More
Canadian Drivers License by matty3000
Wondering if any expats here have gotten a spanish license. If so, what are the steps? Not sure whether I have 6 months or a year grace with my Canadian (Ontario) license but I'm sure I'll need a Spanish document for insurance if I decide to ...
we just got ours and it takes a long time to get it. We have videos of our entire process on our facebook page Wagoners Abroad. We also have a driving in spain ebook which explains all of the steps. you are in for a "treat" but ... Read More
Moving to Spain
don't import a car, immisions are different, expensive duty fees and you will need spanish plates and so on. It is easy to buy a car here and it would be an ongoing saga to bring a us car. most cars here are diesel and manual transmission. ... Read More
Cost of living in Spain - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Spain, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
we have some great tips for estimating the cost of living and share our costs for a full year in Spain. We weren't in Valencia, but it is a data point for you. Look up "Wagoners Abroad Cost of Living" you will find us along with ... Read More
Expats, do you speak Spanish? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Spanish is essential for a successful integration in Spain. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Spanish? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
We've been here 4 years and the kids are fluent, us adults are a little slower off the mark. We can hold conversations and certainly know our way around the shops and driections. We are now focusing on going to a deeper level of Spanish and ... Read More
Living in Spain
We are American, so we have to have private insurance. Since you are from the UK, I think you can use the healthcare system. We have been in Costa Tropical (coast of Granada) since Aug 2102. We have only visited Murcia area several times, so ... Read More
Living in Spain
That depends on where you are from. Will you be buying private insurance? We found it to be very affordable for our family of 4 and most of our prescriptions are very inexpensive. My hubby has blood pressure meds which are a couple of euros a ... Read More
Study Spanish in Spain
What is your level of Spanish now? we have several recommendations. We have experienced a full week of immersion in Ronda with Entrelenguas, as well as Costa Tropical (Tropical Coast Languages). If you are A2 level or better, you really ... Read More
Where to Moving in Spain
you can find the info if you google it. try searching for dependents of EU or UK citizen to live in spain....you will likely need to obtain certification of your marriage in the country of marriage and your home country and apostiles for that and ... Read More
Moving to Malaga
You can try groups in internations or costa women.. they sometimes offer meet ups. there are also several facebook groups, if you just search for what you are looking for. Read More
Making plans for moving to Spain
Hey guys welcome. We have loads of info available about moving to Spain, especially about the retirment or non lucractive visa for non eu citzens. We moved over 4 + years ago from thr RTP area in North Carolina. Valencia is a great place, but we ... Read More
Banco de *** - worst customer service ever! by CooleyCasa
Hi All, My husband and I have been in Barcelona almost 2 months now. Before we arrived we contacted *** to find the best way to bring money over from the US. The agent stated a cashier's check would work fine. So, we brought a check over and ...
We bank with ****and have never had any issues. That said we didn't use a cashiers checked. We established the account with a few hundred euros in Cash and then from that point on, wired our money over. I am sorry you are having these ... Read More
Move to Spain? by glennrussellm1
I am retired by the U.S. military. I have a decent pension. I write books full time. I have much work done but nothing successfully published in any way. It is very, very difficult I have found to break into the USA book industry. I am 54. I live ...
First I would decide what type of life and lifestyle you would like, including weather, city, transport, costs, green spaces, expats, locals or a mix... make your list, do your online research. Then plan a scoping trip. Not everything is as it ... Read More
Help: Australians wanting to move long term to Mallorca...
Great Ryan, Please let us know if you need any assistance or clarification. :-) Let us know when to welcome you to Spain on our facebook page. Where do you plan to live in Mallorca? We just spent a week in the north of the island over the ... Read More
Help: Australians wanting to move long term to Mallorca...
Yes we have been through the process and have helped hundreds of others through the process as well. It isn't tough, just loads of paperwork, but you can do it! :-) You can read more on our blog. Read More
Advice on towns between Malaga and Granada by Rogersblade
I am hoping to be moving to the Costa de Sol within the next month. I will be renting an apartment for the first 6 months to allow me time to find the right villa. I nearly rented in torrox pueblo a few years ago but worked messed it up. Basically ...
You may want to go just beyond Costa del Sol and head into Costa Tropical. (1 hr from Granada and 1 hr from Malaga) The first pueblo driving from Costa del so into Costa Tropical is La Herradura. You can choose to hang out with expats or the ... Read More
Successful Move (so far!) by matty3000
My family moved to Valencia, Spain 2 1/2 weeks ago. Since arriving we have taken on a lot. We have: finalized our apartment purchase; negotiated a small renovation; enrolled our three boys in an awesome school; obtained the documentation to have our ...
congrats to you! we made the move 4 yrs ago and write all about it. Glad you are making it through and keeping the positive attitude through all of the little twists and turns that come along with this choice. Read More
Getting out of the U.S. by Jerryisnotmyname
Hello Expats, I am a U.S. Citizen and have been considering getting out of the U.S. for some time. I am a retired Civil Engineer and have a retirement income. Just wondering how things are for Folks from the U.S. In Spain. Not sure at this time ...
likely there are 2 different visa programs which would fit your needs. The non lucrative visa or the retirement visa. neither allow you to work in Spain for the first 5 years. They are very similar, but the retirement you show you have a monthly ... Read More
health care by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I will be arriving in Barcelona in 4.5 weeks and we're super excited. We currently have travel insurance to cover any medical emergencies, but we've been actively trying to get more comprehensive health ...
I found this comment in another chat thread here. perhaps it will help you? /forum/viewtopic.php?id=596762#3306480 13 posts Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Hi This issue annoys me since it appears to be a well kept secret. ... Read More
health care by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I will be arriving in Barcelona in 4.5 weeks and we're super excited. We currently have travel insurance to cover any medical emergencies, but we've been actively trying to get more comprehensive health ...
Oh, well then maybe not. We didn't have to provide any previous medical with our insurance for DKV. Maybe we just lucked out. Read More
health care by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I will be arriving in Barcelona in 4.5 weeks and we're super excited. We currently have travel insurance to cover any medical emergencies, but we've been actively trying to get more comprehensive health ...
You should be able to get coverage once you are in Spain. You can pay out of pocket for prescriptions and we have found they are reasonably priced in Spain, unlike the USA. Actually we find over the counter stuff like aspirin, ibuprofen etc ... Read More
Retirement Visa by highyieldconsultant
My wife and I are looking to move to Barcelona on a 'retirement visa' ... we previously lived in Europe for 4 years when I represented the US Department of Labor ... Is anyone posting here living in Spain on a retirement visa? how is it ...
We are on the non lucrative visa, but it is very similar to retirement. We offer consulting for both and we also have a very thorough ebook on the process. It will save you hours of scouring the web for answers. Anyway, Barcelona and Malaga are ... Read More
6 adults, three children and a cat called Tina. by Sarah WR
Hello to you all, Firstly, as a newbie I hope that I am posting this introduction in the correct place :) We are a large family (made up of three generations) currently living in a small town on the south coast of the U.K. But our plan is to move ...
Though we are americans and cover much about obtaining a resident visa, you won't need that info coming from UK. That said we have plenty to help you with your move Here You may also want to check out Move to Malaga or Move to Granada sites, ... Read More
Health Insurance - Family Coverage
This may help you out. wagonersabroad.com/medical-insurance-spain-us-citizens-non-lucrative-visa-application/ Read More
NIE card in Spain by samskye9
Does anyone know if you have to apply for another NIE and Health card in Spain after living on and off in Spain and Scotland? I want to move back to Spain but wonder if I need to go through the very complicated NIE process. I still have the 2 cards ...
the cards do expire, so look at the expiration date. Read More
Looking for advise for Malaysian family to relocate to Spain.
I'm not Malaysian, but we have the non lucrative visa for non eu citizens. you can check out our blog Wagoners Abroad and select "Move to Spain" to get a little more info on that topic. Read More
Payments for services
It is usually bank draft for most things (utilities cell phones etc...) we use credit card at stores and cash at markets. rent depends on your landlord, either bank draft or cash. Read More
Moving to Spain with your family by Bhavna
Hello everybody, When settling abroad with your spouse and children, the expatriation process requires an extensive preparation. What are the considerations to take into account when moving to Spain with your family? What challenges have you ...
We moved to Spain from the USA in August 2012 with 2 kids. They were 7 and 10 at the time, now 11 and nearly 14 yrs we have loads to share. Our family travel blog Wagoners Abroad has hundreds of posts, but on the home page we have a photo with ... Read More
Health Insurance recommendation for US Senior? by travelerww
US citizen planning to be staying in Asturias for 6 months. Medicare provides no coverage and my Aetna supplemental policy limits "overseas" coverage to two months. Am 76 and in good health. Looks like travel insurance, from Allianz for ...
Try any of these. wagonersabroad.com/medical-insurance-spain-us-citizens-non-lucrative-visa-application/ Read More
Essentials to live in Spain by Christine
Hi, As an expat living in Spain, what would you advise the ones about to pack to bring along? What are the items you can easily find in Spain? On the other hand, what is less common or quite expensive? Share with us what you would recommend ...
Bring only what you really need and what is worth actually paying to have it shipped. Do not bother bringing some electronics (blow dryer, curling iron, kitchen counter top appliances). Depending on your size body and shoe certain clothing may be ... Read More
Visa options?
Does he have hopes of working or can he work remotely for a company in another country? non EU citizens need to obtain a visa which will allow them to be residents. There is non lucrative as well as retirement, which gives 1 year and then allows ... Read More
Best cities to live in Spain by Julien
Hi, It聮s not always easy to decide in which area to settle in when moving to Spain. According to you, what are the best cites to live in? Which regions offer most of the job opportunities, a good quality of life, an affordable cost of ...
That is very difficult to answer, as we all chose the place where we live. That is likely going to be our suggestion, based on our priorities. I have much info to help you think through the process of what you want, because it really doesn't ... Read More
Private health insurance
we have researched several and used mafre for a year and now are with DKVSeguros. Here is all of our research. We found it cheaper to go with a local agent rather than the online prices and packages. ... Read More
living abroad from USA to Spain by nsolo
my name is shyanne I want to become an expat and live abroad. I was born in the US, and am still here. I am 20years old and i have been looking up information about become a expat to live abroad in Spain. And cant find out in detail how to become ...
Well with you age you could apply for a student visa. There is also an entrepreneur visa you could check out. http://tech.eu/features/5155/rules-entrepreneur-visa-spain/ Read More
Should we bring our Electronics from U.S? Computer?
you can purchase a decent printer for about 50 euros. I would recommend buying a laptop in the US as it will be cheaper and have the correct keyboard. You can order the adapters for the electronics. I wouldn't bother bringing the motorized ... Read More
long term stay requirements
There is a load of "it depends" to answer your question. There are many visas for which you can apply and if you meet the criteria, it is very easy to obtain a resident visa. The tricky part is meeting the criteria and gathering all of ... Read More
Moving to Spain with kids
Aw thanks Georgia. We have so much more we can share, it just takes so much time! :-) I am glad you found it useful. Read More
賾about Schengen
Typically when you enter the schengen zone your time for the visa starts. In theory, it shouldn't matter which country you enter through. We had a visa for Spain and flew from the USA. Our flight was USA to Germany and then on to Spain. ... Read More
Moving to Spain
Yes starting SL is a higher cost to start and you do still need to pay social security and taxes. I don't believe you can apply for the visa while in the country. I guess if you already have plans to be here for a scoping trip, you can set up ... Read More
Moving to Spain
Just a quick reply. no you can't come over on the 90 day tourist and apply here. Most visas need to be applied for in your country of residence. you can get a 1 year visa with option to renew for non eu citizens called the non lucrative visa ... Read More
Moving to Spain with kids
I am not sure if I am allowed to place links here, but we moved with 2 kids and have documented it all. We also have a video interview series as a playlist on our youtube channel. visit Wagoners Abroad and then select the image with "Move To ... Read More
Apartment hunters/realtors
Awesome! Let us know if you need anything. :-) Read More
Apartment hunters/realtors
So I can't help much with realtors in Barcelona, but on our site we have loads of links to property search sites for Spain. Just go to our home page and click on the image with either "Move to Spain" or "Visit Spain". If ... Read More
Create or purchase a camping
yes our kids are 11 and 13 also. We are in Southern Spain in Almunecar. You can check out our blog for info. I would say the Costa Tropical area is a mild climate and great for longer camping seasons. The Sierra Nevada Mountains are here as well. Read More
Create or purchase a camping
You may want to look into purchasing a Spanish Village! :-) http://www.npr.org/sections/parallels/2015/08/23/433228503/in-spain-entire-villages-are-up-for-sale-and-theyre-going-cheap Read More
Best place to live in Spain for Expats? by Liz Nield
I would like to know where the best place to live in Spain is for someone who wants good value for money re property and to be near ex pats and where it is lively and fun to be in your early 50's. Maybe that's a big ask!
Liz, I would suggest Nerja. You will get a mix of expats and locals. It is on the sea and only 30 min from Malaga, with even more expats and US/UK comforts. It is far more affordable than the rest of Costa del Sol, especially if you are inland ... Read More
Apartment search by Tracy6234
Hi, Can anyone please tell me how to start my rental apartment search? Thank you kindly, Tracy
We have a list of rental sites available too. I am not sure if I am allowed to place a link here or not. They aren't my rental sites at all, we just provide a list for people who want to move to or visit Spain. Look for Wagoners Abroad and on ... Read More
family planning move from US by ane111
Hello everyone, I'm new to all of this. We are planning to move in one year overseas(leaning towards Spain) Our daughters will be 2 and 4 at the time of the move. Is there anyone out there who has moved to Spain or anyplace else with children ...
Yes, we have a contact us on the site, which I think you already found. We don't mind a simple question here and there, but we do offer consulting as well as skype sessions for a fee. So much info may be found via out "move to Spain" ... Read More
planning to move to Spain with family by ane111
Hello everyone I'm planning to move from NY with my 3 and 1 year old in a year. We are gravitating towards Spain (Alicante. Valencia, Malaga) but are still researching. Anyone here that has moved to Spain with family and can advise on a city ...
Hi, We moved to Almunecar on the beach, just 45 east of Malaga and 45 min south of Granada. It is a town of about 30k or so and lower costs than on Costa del Sol. That said, there are fewer expat conveniences as well. It has a real spanish feel. ... Read More
thinking of moving to spain(Jaen) - Any info about Jaen? by debbie1965
Hi My name is Debbie I am thinking of moving to Spain and would appreciate any advice anyone could give regarding health care, job opportunities etc. I am looking at moving to Jaen, any feed back on this area of Spain would be welcome. :) Thanks
Hi Debbie. We moved to Spain in August of 2012, with our two kids. ***. :-) Heidi / Wagoners Abroad Read More
family planning move from US by ane111
Hello everyone, I'm new to all of this. We are planning to move in one year overseas(leaning towards Spain) Our daughters will be 2 and 4 at the time of the move. Is there anyone out there who has moved to Spain or anyplace else with children ...
Hi, how exciting for you! We moved to Spain in August of 2012, with our two kids. We provide loads of information on planning the move, getting the resident visa, travel, education, medical insurance and more. Feel free to browse our site and ... Read More
Australians and Spanish Work Visa applications by SuperAlbeee
Hi Everyone, My name is Al, I'm new to the 大咖福利影院 and I'm hoping it's going to be a useful resource and forum for other fellow Aussies looking into moving/ migrating to Spain. As I have not seen very much online specifically ...
Check with Cat from Como Consulting on work visas, perhaps she has info. Read More
Would like to move to Spain
It depends what type of resident visa you apply for. We have quite a bit of free info available on our site, mainly targeted at Americans and Canadians, but it is likely to apply to all non EU citizens. In a nutshell for a non working visa you ... Read More
Moving to Spain by Geomotrix
Molly here, looking to move to Spain with my husband, we would be happy to hear from anyone who has private health insurance or has knowledge of which ones may be the best. Thanks to this site we have a lot of other useful info :)
Sorry about the Theft. I wish I could, I am not an insurance consultant. We just help fellow non EU citizen apply for their resident visas. Of course the purchase of insurance is part of that process, but I am not sure about each policy. Read More
Moving to Spain by Geomotrix
Molly here, looking to move to Spain with my husband, we would be happy to hear from anyone who has private health insurance or has knowledge of which ones may be the best. Thanks to this site we have a lot of other useful info :)
no problem! Sorry, but we do a bit of consulting on the matter, so like to help out where I can. :-) Read More
Moving to Spain by Geomotrix
Molly here, looking to move to Spain with my husband, we would be happy to hear from anyone who has private health insurance or has knowledge of which ones may be the best. Thanks to this site we have a lot of other useful info :)
If you are a non EU citizen, healthcare is not free. You need to prove you have private insurance. It is inexpensive in comparison with the USA, but you still need to buy. We are a family of four and ours is 1400 euros a year. We know a couple ... Read More
Moving to Spain by Geomotrix
Molly here, looking to move to Spain with my husband, we would be happy to hear from anyone who has private health insurance or has knowledge of which ones may be the best. Thanks to this site we have a lot of other useful info :)
That is a great idea to come over for a scoping trip and make sure it suits you. Many parts of Spain feel very similar to California, Nevada and other parts of the southwest. Of course northern Spain is a bit familiar too. It is a wonderful ... Read More
Moving to Spain by Geomotrix
Molly here, looking to move to Spain with my husband, we would be happy to hear from anyone who has private health insurance or has knowledge of which ones may be the best. Thanks to this site we have a lot of other useful info :)
We have some information on visa and health insurance. mainly the retirment visa or the non lucractive visa. If you have savings or investments, those may be a good option for you too. When do you plan to arrive in Spain and what area? Read More
Thinking of moving - anybody to give us some good pointers? by tulips49
Hi, my wife and I (58 + 66) are moving to Spain. We wonder if somebody in Spain can give us some good pointers, or make us aware of some of the pitfalls. we are thinking moving to the southern part near or around Almeria.
we have hundreds of posts on Spain. What info did you need pointers on, specifically? You can check us out at Wagoners Abroad. We live in Almunecar and have been here 3 yrs on non lucrative visa. we have info on many topics for moving to spain, ... Read More
Moving to Spain by Geomotrix
Molly here, looking to move to Spain with my husband, we would be happy to hear from anyone who has private health insurance or has knowledge of which ones may be the best. Thanks to this site we have a lot of other useful info :)
Ronin, there isn't really a 1 year tourist visa. you can obtain various visas for long-term depending on which you qualify for. We help with the retirement or non lucrative visa. both mean you aren't working in Spain and it is for non EU ... Read More
Moving to Spain by Geomotrix
Molly here, looking to move to Spain with my husband, we would be happy to hear from anyone who has private health insurance or has knowledge of which ones may be the best. Thanks to this site we have a lot of other useful info :)
we purchased through DKV in our town at the Zurich insurance office. We have an entire post just on expat medical insurance on Wagoners Abroad. You can access via the home page. Read More
Looking for friends in malaga by Esme Fegan
Hi I have been living and working in malaga for a year now as an English teacher. My Spanish is not great but will be starting classes this week. I am looking to meet English and Spanish speaking friends here in Malaga...
Hi, We live in Almunecar, so about 45 min from Malaga. You may want to check out Costa Women on facebook and website. It is a great social network as well. Read More
5 good reasons for living in Spain by Julien
Hi, if someone asks you the best reasons for making the choice to live and stay in Spain, what would be your top 5? Thanks in advance for participating, Julien
1. Simple high quality lifestyle 2. Great people and weather (Southern Spain) 3. Lower cost of living for us than the USA 4. Festivals 5. Easy Access for travel to other countries Heidi WagonersAbroad.com Read More