THE WORD ON THE STREET
News and information from Spain
International Edition - May 2024
Welcome to the May issue of 'The Word on the Street'. This is your monthly news and information from Spain provided by Ábaco Advisers. We hope to keep you in touch with the news, events and just a little bit of gossip.
Registering and filing your tax return in Spain
The deadline is close for Spanish residents

If you are a resident in Spain then you will probably need to make a tax return declaring your income. The deadline for this is June 30th each year for income during the previous tax year. We always advise people to speak to an expert to check whether you should present one or not. However, in this article you can find out more about the Modelo 100:

Registering and filing your tax return in Spain
Understanding the Spanish inheritance process
Understanding Spanish inheritance

Are you aware of what Spanish inheritance entails? In this article we look at some of the implications and outline important differences between the Spanish inheritance system and those of other countries:

Understanding the Spanish inheritance process
Making the most of the Spanish Nightlife
Warming up - so enjoy the evening

Now we’re into June you can expect the mercury to rise. For many people, this month is the best, with beautiful weather but still not quite as hot as it gets in July and August. And if you are starting to get a little hot under the collar then why not make the most of Spain in the evening? Spanish nightlife is renowned for its energy and colour and for a good reason. Find out how you can make the most of it by reading this article:

Making the most of the Spanish Nightlife
Moving to Spain from Australia: The Definitive Guide
Moving to Spain from Australia

People living in countries all over the world have the intention of moving to Spain. Each country has its own restrictions and opportunities when it comes to becoming a resident here and David Ruiz is an expert in knowing what you need to do and who is eligible. In this article he focuses on what is required if you are considering moving from Australia to Spain:

Moving to Spain from Australia: The Definitive Guide
Living in Benidorm Spain: The Definitive Guide
For the love of Benidorm

Benidorm is a frequently misunderstood town which actually has a huge amount to offer those looking for something traditional as well as those here for the entertainment. David Ruiz takes a look at this popular holiday destination with its skyscraper skyline and shows us that there is much more to it than meets the eye:

Living in Benidorm Spain: The Definitive Guide
Apply for your TIE
Apply for your TIE

Although the green residency certificate is still officially acceptable as proof of residency in Spain, it looks as though there is increasing expectation that residents will have a TIE to demonstrate their residency status. If you haven’t obtained yours yet then take a look at the advice being issued on the Brits in Spain Facebook page.


In the Euro Weekly, a British woman shares her experience of returning for a visit to the UK and being challenged as she wasn’t carrying her TIE:

Take passport and TIE card to airport
Extra virgin olive oil prices tipped to top £16 a litre next month
What’s happening with the price of oil?

And this time it’s not petrol we’re talking about but the wonderful extra virgin olive oil that Spain is renowned for. So why has it suddenly become so expensive?

Extra virgin olive oil prices tipped to top £16 a litre next month
Wanting to vote in the UK elections? Here’s how
Wanting to vote in the UK elections? Here’s how

The beginning of this year saw the end of the ‘15 years away rule’. Now, you can continue to vote in UK national elections even though you are resident in Spain. This article from Murcia Today explains how you can sign up and what documentation you need.

British Expats Living In Spain Can Now Vote In Uk Elections

You will need to act quickly as the deadline for registering is Tuesday 18th June. Bremain in Spain provide more details and you can follow their campaign to restore voting rights:

What to look out for when viewing property for sale in Spain
Finding the right property

You’ve made the decision to buy a property in Spain and have started out on the exciting journey of finding the right one. However, faced with a number of possibilities, it can be daunting. In this article Think Spain provide us with some suggestions for how to approach viewing your shortlist of properties:

What to look out for when viewing property for sale in Spain
Read your paper online
Read your paper online

If you want to keep up with local news on a weekly basis then you might want to follow these links to two weekly papers in English that feature Costa Blanca South.
In this issue of Costa Blanca People you can find out more about what’s happening around the port area of Torrevieja:


Euro Weekly News update us on airport statistics:

Costa Blanca South 23 – 29 May 2024 Issue 2029

Euro Weekly News also has other issues covering different parts of Spain including the Costa del Sol, Costa de Almeria, Mallorca, Costa Blanca North and Costa Calida.
You Are NOT Allowed to Wash Your Car in the Street
Washing your car in Spain

Water is an important commodity in any country, but in Spain it is highly valued. As such, there are some rules that people from other countries may not be familiar with. So, for example, did you know that you are not allowed to wash your car on the street in Spain? In this article the N332 explains the rules and where it is permissible to get your car clean and why:

What’s happening with the trains?
What’s happening with the trains?

There seems to have been a lot of confusing information surrounding new lines and high speed journeys - that aren’t high speed, due to the need for a ‘detour’ to Madrid:

https://investinspain.be/en/costa-del-sol-blog-en/high-speed-train-launched-between-malaga-alicante-and-murcia/

There is definitely an indication that the rail network is getting more competitive and in this article from Spain Today, we hear about a new train linking Murcia and Elche with Madrid:

New Train Linking Murcia And Elche With Madrid Arrives This September

Alicante’s railway station is also set to receive a boost with an increase in the number of tracks available. Spain Today speculate on the possible benefits of this for those people living in the region:

Mobile phones in school
Mobile phones in school

What do you think? Should students be allowed to use their mobiles on school premises? The Valencian government has recently brought in a mobile phone ban in classrooms.


Euronews includes an interesting article about the subject:

Spain is cracking down on mobile phone use in schools

Banning mobile phones from classrooms is a popular measure for many, but does it work? This study suggests it’s not as effective as you might think:

Phone restrictions are not beneficial to students
Walks that make you fall in love with the historic gardens of Spain
Time for a walk in a Spanish garden

Looking for some peace and quiet in a beautiful setting? Then you might like to browse the parks described in this article. Located in different parts of Spain, they demonstrate just how lush and green the landscape can be in this part of the world:

Bonfires of San Juan (Alicante)
It’s San Juan time

It’s not only Valencia which is famous for its celebration of fire (Las Fallas). Alicante also knows how to paint the town red and this time it’s during the month of June. From 20th to the 24th June the bonfires will be burning along the beaches of Alicante as people gather round their bonfires to celebrate the festival of San Juan. However, this spectacular festival has much more to offer as this article explains:

What interests you?
What interests you?

We would welcome any suggestions for future themes you would like us to cover either in the newsletter or in an article on Spain Explained.

Please let us know by email at newsletter@abacoadvisers.com.

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