https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Spain in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed Banking in Spain is often frustrating for foreigners who are shocked by the unexpected extra fees they get charged for. Luckily, some Spanish bank accounts don't use these hidden tactics to squeeze extra money out of their customers. https://www.thelocal.es/20240115/the-spanish-banks-accounts-with-no-extra-charges-in-2024 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 13:08:49 +0100 the-spanish-banks-accounts-with-no-extra-charges-in-2024 Want to rent your own place in Spain but not sure if you can afford regular apartment prices? This breakdown of the monthly rental costs for studio apartments in Spain's 50 main cities will help you know where to get a good deal. https://www.thelocal.es/20240117/where-can-i-rent-a-studio-for-a-good-price-in-spain-in-2024 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 10:28:29 +0100 where-can-i-rent-a-studio-for-a-good-price-in-spain-in-2024 The amount of social security tax that autónomos (self-employed workers) in Spain will pay this year will change once again from last year, so it's important to be aware of how much you'll have to stump up every month. https://www.thelocal.es/20240102/the-social-security-fees-spains-self-employed-will-pay-in-2024 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:18:11 +0100 the-social-security-fees-spains-self-employed-will-pay-in-2024 Ever-increasing polarisation, the return to Spain of Catalonia's main independence proponent, infighting among the far left, and even more elections - here's what you need to know about how Spanish politics will shape the news in 2024. https://www.thelocal.es/20240103/key-points-whats-in-store-for-spanish-politics-in-2024 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 14:11:03 +0100 key-points-whats-in-store-for-spanish-politics-in-2024 Municipalities across Spain will have to become more sustainable with the creation of pedestrianised streets and more bike lanes by the end of 2024 or face losing millions of euros in EU recovery funds. https://www.thelocal.es/20240103/why-spains-cities-have-to-become-more-pedestrian-and-bike-friendly-in-2024 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:30:08 +0100 why-spains-cities-have-to-become-more-pedestrian-and-bike-friendly-in-2024 The Spanish government recently approved a raft of measures to help alleviate the economic and social consequences derived from the war in Ukraine and the pandemic. Here's what you need to know about both the new measures and those that will be maintained in 2024. https://www.thelocal.es/20231228/explained-the-measures-spain-will-maintain-in-2024-to-help-with-the-cost-of-living-crisis Thu, 28 Dec 2023 11:29:37 +0100 explained-the-measures-spain-will-maintain-in-2024-to-help-with-the-cost-of-living-crisis Measures to help with the cost of living crisis, an increase in taxes, new rules for Spain's self employed workers and free train travel extended, these are just some of the changes that you can expect in Spain in 2024. https://www.thelocal.es/20231229/everything-that-changes-in-spain-in-2024 Fri, 29 Dec 2023 14:22:52 +0100 everything-that-changes-in-spain-in-2024 Unfortunately, 2024 will bring with it an increase in several different taxes here in Spain, from personal income tax to tax on large fortunes and a rise in social security contributions. https://www.thelocal.es/20231128/listed-the-taxes-that-will-increase-in-spain-in-2024 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 12:54:18 +0100 listed-the-taxes-that-will-increase-in-spain-in-2024 Thinking of buying a home in Spain in 2024? Find out what the experts predict for the market in the year to come. https://www.thelocal.es/20231206/what-will-happen-to-property-prices-in-spain-in-2024 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:24:34 +0100 what-will-happen-to-property-prices-in-spain-in-2024 If you don't live in one of Spain's bigger cities, you may be missing a spot of retail therapy, but don't worry there are over 30 new shopping centres due to open around the country in the new year. https://www.thelocal.es/20231229/the-new-shopping-centres-opening-in-spain-in-2024 Fri, 29 Dec 2023 17:11:50 +0100 the-new-shopping-centres-opening-in-spain-in-2024 Spain's 3.3 million 'autónomos' will have to get their heads around several new changes next year including amendments to social security payments, VAT and income tax returns. https://www.thelocal.es/20231211/everything-that-changes-for-self-employed-workers-in-spain-in-2024 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:51:12 +0100 everything-that-changes-for-self-employed-workers-in-spain-in-2024 Whether it be new 'nightsleepers' or eastward expansions, a whole host of new intra-European train routes and schedules are set to be launched in 2024. Here are the details thanks to The Man in Seat 61. https://www.thelocal.es/20231108/explained-the-big-changes-for-train-travel-across-europe-in-2024 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 18:41:33 +0100 explained-the-big-changes-for-train-travel-across-europe-in-2024 We all know that being autónomo or self-employed in Spain can be tough, but thankfully there are several benefits available to help you out in the new year. https://www.thelocal.es/20231220/the-financial-aid-available-to-spains-self-employed-workers-in-2024 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 13:05:41 +0100 the-financial-aid-available-to-spains-self-employed-workers-in-2024 The Spanish government’s junior coalition partner Sumar has voiced its intention of getting rid of the country’s golden visa scheme which grants residency to non-EU nationals who buy a Spanish property worth more than half a million euros. https://www.thelocal.es/20231218/will-spains-golden-visa-be-scrapped-in-2024 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 11:19:58 +0100 will-spains-golden-visa-be-scrapped-in-2024 Spain’s DNV became available for the first time earlier this year, but there's still a lot of confusion about the financial requirements and many media outlets are reporting incorrect amounts. There's also a big chance the threshold will increase in 2024. https://www.thelocal.es/20231212/whats-the-income-requirement-for-spains-digital-nomad-visa-and-will-it-go-up-in-2024 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:33:50 +0100 whats-the-income-requirement-for-spains-digital-nomad-visa-and-will-it-go-up-in-2024 Plans are underway to connect the Catalan city of Barcelona with several European cities via a night train dubbed the Nightjet, which is already revolutionising rail travel across Europe. https://www.thelocal.es/20231205/nightjet-the-sleeper-train-that-will-connect-spain-with-europe-in-2024 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 13:36:13 +0100 nightjet-the-sleeper-train-that-will-connect-spain-with-europe-in-2024 Is fine dining on your bucket list? Find out if one of Spain's new 31 Michelin-starred restaurants is close to you for an unforgettable culinary experience in 2024 (if you can't book a table, at least you can look at their delicious food pics here). https://www.thelocal.es/20231129/listed-spains-new-michelin-starred-restaurants-in-2024 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 14:17:22 +0100 listed-spains-new-michelin-starred-restaurants-in-2024 Relaxed airport security, new direct flights, extra taxes on plane tickets, new international train links, free or discounted public transport, good news for drivers and more - there are lots of changes to expect when it comes to travel in Spain in 2024. https://www.thelocal.es/20231124/explained-all-the-changes-to-travel-in-spain-in-2024 Fri, 24 Nov 2023 16:16:51 +0100 explained-all-the-changes-to-travel-in-spain-in-2024 The Spanish government has published the full list of dates for public holidays in 2024 on a national and regional level. You can find them all here, plus the information you need to take as many 'puentes' as possible to extend your holiday leave. https://www.thelocal.es/20231123/spains-public-and-regional-holidays-in-2024-and-how-to-maximise-your-leave Thu, 23 Nov 2023 16:32:45 +0100 spains-public-and-regional-holidays-in-2024-and-how-to-maximise-your-leave