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Spain’s 2025 Anti-Squatter Law: Faster Evictions and Stronger Protection for Landlords Expat Tips Published: 16 September 2025 11:08 CET Updated: 16 September 2025 12:31 CET

Spain’s new anti-squatter (“okupa”) law is a game-changer for landlords, expats, and absentee property owners. With express evictions, tougher penalties, and new police powers, the rules are designed to protect homes more effectively than ever before. Here’s what you need to know if you own...

Dual citizenship Spain–USA: Can Americans naturalize and keep their passport? Expat Tips Published: 08 September 2025 11:12 CET Updated: 08 September 2025 15:59 CET

Many people who have chosen to live in a foreign country eventually decide to take on the nationality of their chosen land. This can not only...

Bringing U.S. Prescriptions to Spain: What’s Allowed and How to Refill Expat Tips Published: 01 September 2025 11:15 CET Updated: 01 September 2025 16:43 CET

Traveling to Spain with prescription medications requires careful planning to avoid problems at customs and to ensure uninterrupted treatment. This...

Expat accessing Spain’s Social Security records online

How Expats Can Access Spain’s Social Security System (Seguridad Social) Expat Tips Published: 01 September 2025 11:13 CET Updated: 01 September 2025 14:06 CET

Spain’s Seguridad Social plays a central role in pensions, healthcare, unemployment, and benefits. For expats, learning how to access your records...

Leaving the U.S. for Spain: State Exit Rules, Taxes, and What Expats Must Know Expat Tips Published: 22 August 2025 11:16 CET Updated: 23 August 2025 15:12 CET

Leaving the United States for Spain doesn’t just mean dealing with federal paperwork. States like California and New York can still chase you for...