Iffy49
American looking for information about Spain
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Registration: 20 October 2017
Classes in Madrid by Joanner310
Just wondering if anyone knows anywhere in Madrid where I can take some adult classes (in Spanish). My goal is to learn about something interesting (history, literature, art...) while improving my Spanish. I'm having a hard time finding ...
I took classes at AIL Language school in Madrid. It is Excellent for learning and they have excursions or culture classes every day free for the students. It鈥檚 a bit pricey, but way cheaper then NY classes. I found it was hard to find what ... Read More
Retiree Visa by Jerry4usa
Hello Everyone! This week I finally obtained permission from the Spain consulate in Miami to travel to Spain. I was issued a 3 month visa, a NIE number (Numero de Identification de Extrangero), on my US Passport. Now, I was told that I have to go ...
Hi Vonster. Some of the answers to your questions are in my reply to original writer. You can retire at any age....but you must have sufficient income to live there. You鈥檒l have to check with spanish consulate that covers your region to find ... Read More
Retiree Visa by Jerry4usa
Hello Everyone! This week I finally obtained permission from the Spain consulate in Miami to travel to Spain. I was issued a 3 month visa, a NIE number (Numero de Identification de Extrangero), on my US Passport. Now, I was told that I have to go ...
Yes I鈥檇 like to know what became of Jerry too! You have I believe a set amount of time on arrival (3 months?) to get everything in order. A bank account. Banco Sabadell allows you to use your passport number until you have your NIE number. ... Read More
NIE renewal process 2018-barcelona by nasou
Hi, I have submitted my documents to renew my student residency card (NIE) in Barcelona at the end of July, still have not received any updates on my application. I check the website for the result everyday and it says "en tramite". It ...
I live in Madrid, and when I submitted my paper for visa renewal (TIE) I was given a letter with a file number and date, I鈥檝e been carrying a copy of that with me in case I get hassled about my expired card. That might help if you can show it ... Read More
Sending and receiving packages in Spain by Priscilla
Hello, As an expat, there are inevitably certain items you might want or need from back home, and around the holiday period, many people like to send gift packages. How easy is it to send and receive packages in Spain? Is the public postal ...
Just to clarify, if I order something from eBay or receive a package from USA, and I鈥檓 not home to receive it, will the correo leave me a notice so I can pick it up? Read More
Improve my speaking of Spanish.
If you are thinking of living in Barcelona, remember that Catalan is spoken there , perhaps even more so then Castilian. As for other cities, it really depends on what you like. If warm weather and night life is something鈥檚 that you enjoy, ... Read More
Health insurance - pre-existing conditions by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I just had our visas approved and will be moving to Spain on Sept. 17. We currently have travel insurance to satisfy our visa requirements, but we would like to find more comprehensive coverage. Can anyone recommend ...
Johncar, I'm wondering if I have insurance for my first year, will I be able to get a residency card if I have pre- existing, manageable conditions, such as high cholesterol and glaucoma, both treated through medication. If i understand you ... Read More
Health insurance - pre-existing conditions by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I just had our visas approved and will be moving to Spain on Sept. 17. We currently have travel insurance to satisfy our visa requirements, but we would like to find more comprehensive coverage. Can anyone recommend ...
Thanks so much for replying so quickly. I'm wondering if you will have to keep this insurance indefinitely if you plan to stay or be a resident of Spain? Read More
Health insurance - pre-existing conditions by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I just had our visas approved and will be moving to Spain on Sept. 17. We currently have travel insurance to satisfy our visa requirements, but we would like to find more comprehensive coverage. Can anyone recommend ...
When you say you used United Healthcare, are you referring to their travel insurance which covers 364 days? If not, can you tell me what is the type of insurance you got from them? Thanks Read More
Health insurance - pre-existing conditions by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I just had our visas approved and will be moving to Spain on Sept. 17. We currently have travel insurance to satisfy our visa requirements, but we would like to find more comprehensive coverage. Can anyone recommend ...
I was planning to live in Spain for a year with the possibility of staying until I discovered last week that no pre existing conditions are covered, despite my illnesses being under control with medications. So I appreciate your explanation of the ... Read More
Health insurance - pre-existing conditions by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I just had our visas approved and will be moving to Spain on Sept. 17. We currently have travel insurance to satisfy our visa requirements, but we would like to find more comprehensive coverage. Can anyone recommend ...
Here in NY , the consulate wants to see proof of insurance Before it will issue a visa Read More