According to the World Economic Forum for 2019, Spain has the #1 ranked healthcare system in the world! Spain’s healthcare is free and universal, and according to WHO is ranked 7th in the world. They rank 24th overall in cost per person, the lower the rank the better. To become insured you have to have […]
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España con Erin: Banking in Spain
One seemingly minor but important thing to keep in mind is in Spain they use a “.” to separate thousands whereas some countries use a “,” To pay utility bills, you have to have a bank account with an IBAN starting with ‘ES’, so you need to have own a Spanish/Spain-based bank account. Neo banks, […]
España con Erin: Costs of Living in Spain
Here are some rough estimates when it comes to living in Spain. In central Madrid or Barcelona, rent is about 11€ per square meter per month. However, this can greatly depend on location and who you rent from. In Sevilla or on the coast, rent can equal out to about 6-7€ per month. An electricity […]
España con Erin: Apartments in Spain
There are many options to consider when finding an apartment in Spain. Firstly, the cost of apartments is important but can vary due to a variety of factors. One of the biggest factors is where you want to live in Spain. In Madrid the average rent is 1221€ per month, Barcelona average is 981€ per […]
ITV Sheet Information
What is the technical sheet The technical sheet in Spain, is a document that contains important technical information about a vehicle. It is a legal requirement for all vehicles in Spain to have a technical sheet, which must be kept with the vehicle’s registration documents and presented to authorities upon request. What is on […]
Circulation Permit Information
There are certain documents that must be in your car at all times, including your driver’s license and registration certificate. The circulation permit is a little 4-page booklet with green pages that includes important information such as, registration validity, date and place of expedition, and brand and variant or version. For used vehicles from a […]
