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A Guide To The Au Pair Visa For Spain Expat Tips Published: 25 September 2023 12:17 CET Updated: 21 April 2025 23:51 CET

If you're considering becoming an au pair in Spain in 2025, it's important to understand how the system actually works. Spain does not offer a dedicated “au pair visa,” but there are legal ways for non-EU citizens to live with a host family and help with childcare—typically through a student...

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Which Balearic Island Wins For Holidays - Ibiza, Mallorca Or Menorca? Expat Tips Published: 22 September 2023 12:35 CET Updated: 24 April 2025 00:56 CET

The Balearic Islands, nestled in the Mediterranean, offer an array of holiday experiences that cater to diverse tastes. Ibiza, known as the party...

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Guide To Medical Visas For Spain Expat Tips Published: 20 September 2023 12:39 CET Updated: 24 April 2025 12:31 CET

If you are planning to seek specific medical treatment in Spain, you must apply for a Medical Visa, also known as a Schengen Visa for Medical Reasons....

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A Guide To Spain's Researcher Visa Expat Tips Published: 13 September 2023 12:51 CET Updated: 10 April 2025 17:13 CET

When international candidates accept opportunities in Spain to initiate research and development programs (R+D+i) instead of specific job positions,...

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MOTORING: Can I Use My Mobile Phone When At A Red Light In Spain? Expat Tips Published: 12 September 2023 15:33 CET Updated: 25 March 2025 17:44 CET

The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) in Spain has imposed strict regulations against using smartphones while driving to reduce distractions for...