Expat Tips - Sanitas Health Plan Spain

Medications That Could Trigger Positive Results In Civil Guard Drug Tests Expat Tips Published: 23 August 2023 19:12 CET Updated: 25 March 2025 19:03 CET

In Spain, the Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) has been actively raising awareness about the incompatibility of certain drugs with driving. The DGT's campaigns emphasise that some medications can produce effects similar to harmful substances, prompting the Civil Guard to conduct drug tests on...

Non-EU family members applying for residency in Spain with EU relatives in 2025

EU Family Member Residency in Spain: 2026 Legal Changes & Step-by-Step Guide Expat Tips Published: 23 August 2023 12:02 CET Updated: 11 February 2026 12:02 CET

Many EU nationals residing in, or considering a move to Spain will ask the question: Can I move my non-EU family member over to Spain with me? Well...

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10 Things American Expats Should Know Before Moving To Spain Expat Tips Published: 21 August 2023 22:31 CET Updated: 25 March 2025 19:17 CET

Dreaming of a life in Spain, away from the hustle of the United States? You're not alone. With around 40,000 US nationals already residing in the...

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Do You Have To Pay Community Fees In Spain If You Rent? Expat Tips Published: 21 August 2023 22:17 CET Updated: 21 April 2025 20:58 CET

As the Spanish rental market continues to evolve in 2025, many tenants still wonder: who pays for community fees—the landlord or the tenant? With...

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Combining Employment Contracts And Self-Employment In Spain: Is it Possible? Expat Tips Published: 17 August 2023 19:26 CET Updated: 25 March 2025 19:26 CET

Imagine this scenario: You find yourself employed in Spain, but the desire to supplement your income in the face of escalating living costs prompts...