Bureaucracy in Spain: A Guide to Documents and Procedures
Moving, adapting, and dealing with paperwork can be exhausting. So you can focus on what matters, we've gathered a collection of proven, step-by-step guides in this blog section to help you navigate Spanish bureaucracy and everyday life. We share expert knowledge and advice from those who have already made the journey. Here you’ll find answers to the most important questions, from getting your first residence card to choosing a school for your children.
- Our guides will help you easily get your TIE, register your address (empadronamiento), and open a bank account.
- Learn how to easily find housing, navigate the local healthcare system, and choose the right school for your children.
- We’ll explain what a gestor is and why they can become your best guide in the world of Spanish bureaucracy.
Empadronamiento: A Detailed Guide to Obtaining and Using Your Residency Registration
Artem Garnyshev, CEO of How2Spanish -
The first thing you want to do after moving to Spain is take a deep breath and go for a walk around the city. However, if you plan to stay here for longer than a couple of weeks of vacation, one thing should appear on your calendar almost immediately...
How to open a bank account in Spain: a guide for residents and non-residents
Artem Garnyshev, Founder of How2Spanish -
Table of contents 🏦 Why a bank account in Spain is your financial foundation 🛂 Opening an account for non-residents 🛂 Opening an account for residents: integratio...
How to find and choose a school in Spain for your child
Artem Garnyshev, CEO of How2Spanish -
Contents 🎓 Types of schools: Público, Concertado, Privado ⏰ Schedule: Jornada Continua or Jornada Partida 📋 Registration Process 💯 Scori...
Renting Accommodation in Spain: A Practical Guide for Expats & Digital Nomads
Artem Garnyshev, CEO of How2Spanish -
Types of Rentals in Spain In Spain, there are several main types of rentals, each designed for specific purposes and with its own characteristics. Understanding these differences will help you choose the most suitable option for your situation....
Spanish Healthcare System for Expats: SIP Card, Doctors & Insurance Explained
Artem Garnyshev, CEO of How2Spanish -
Table of contents 🏥 Spanish Healthcare: Public or Private? 🔑 SIP Card: The Key to Spanish Healthcare, How to Get and Restore It ➡️ Booking an Appointment with a Do...
Gestor in Spain for Expats (2026): Complete Guide to Bureaucracy
Artem Garnyshev, CEO of How2Spanish -
Who is a gestor and why do you need one? Imagine a gestor as your personal assistant for all administrative and legal matters. They're not just a clerk, nor entirely a lawyer, though their activities often overlap. A gestor is a licensed profess...