dvoratreis
American expat in Spain
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About me
American
Lives in Figueres
Speaks English, Catalan
Registration: 16 June 2011
Pet insurance - How does it work in Spain? Can you recommend? by cavanblondediva
Hello there I have a 3 yr old Bichon Frise, and have had pet insurance since he was a pup - with Allianz in Ireland. Now with me going to live in Spain, how do I get pet insurance for him? Allianz do not offer insurance for Spain. Any advice ...
I have two cats but I don't have the answer to your question. Maybe someone will respond with a more helpful reply. Until then, I suggest if you're already in Spain that you ask at the vet. They should know what companies offers pet insurance. ... Read More
Divorce and Residency Status?
I am also divorced and originally obtained my residence as the spouse of a Spaniard. My residence has not been cancelled. I even went to the Police to submit my address change and there was no problem. I can't remember if I had to show divorce ... Read More
Hello! and Driving licence? by Stephy_c
Hi, I am new to this forum so I'd like to say "hola!' I also need some info on where to go to test for a Spanish driving licence in english. Anyone have any ideas? Any help will be much appreciated. Thanks! steph
I got my Spanish driver's license last year. I went to the only driving school in the village where I live and was able to do the study in English. All the schools get computer programs from the Department of Traffic and they are available in ... Read More
Castilian or Catalan by luchi
Hi, I am originally from Slovakia but have been living in Montreal, Canada for over 15 years. The thought of moving to Barcelona hasn't left me in almost 6 years. I was wondering if someone could advise me on which language to learn before going ...
I don麓t understand why anyone would think that people who want to speak their own language are arrogant. It seems perfectly reasonable to me that a Catalan would want and prefer to speak Catalan. That麓s his native language. Read More
Recommendations for MOVING PROPERTY plus
I don't have a recommendation for a mover. I used a company that picks up your things already packed and finds an available boat to carry it over. Can't remember the name of this kind of service, but it was a lot cheaper than a regular ... Read More
Hi from Catalunya
Thanks Armand, I just went ahead and did that. Read More
Hi from Catalunya
Hi, I just joined ExpatBlog although I am not a new expat. I've lived in Spain since 2001. I live on the Costa Daurada south of Barcelona, and also south of Tarragona, but north of Valencia. I have my very pretty villa for sale so if you or ... Read More
Castilian or Catalan by luchi
Hi, I am originally from Slovakia but have been living in Montreal, Canada for over 15 years. The thought of moving to Barcelona hasn't left me in almost 6 years. I was wondering if someone could advise me on which language to learn before going ...
Hi Luchi, All Catalans can speak Castilian, but not everyone who lives in Catalunya can speak Catalan. Most immigrants who come as adults do not learn Catalan, however their children all do because it is the language of instruction in the ... Read More