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News and information from Spain
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International Edition - November 2023 |
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Welcome to the November 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.
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Facing the trauma of inheritance
When someone you care about dies the last thing you want is to be involved in a difficult inheritance process. At Ábaco we are aware that at these times you need not only support with legalities but a caring and understanding hand to guide you. We pride ourselves on our customer service not only from the point of view of making procedures as simple as possible but recognising the emotions you will be going through at this difficult time. Read more about our inheritance service here:
Spanish Inheritance Law: integral support in the process |
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Last call for non-residents!
The deadline is now upon us for non-residents to complete their annual tax return. If you have a property in Spain but don’t live here then you are required to complete an annual non-resident tax declaration. In this article we explain your tax obligations and how we can help you meet them: Modelo 210: Non-resident income tax in Spain |
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Reminder about the 720 and introducing the 721
A little heads up on another deadline we can expect in March. The 720 asset declaration form is required to be completed by foreigners living in Spain who have assets in another country of more than 50,000€. It does not have to be completed every year if your circumstances don’t change. There is also now a 721 form which is a declaration of cryptocurrency interests abroad. To check whether either of these forms apply to you or not, read our article: The 720 asset declaration form (and NEW 721 FORM!!) |
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ÁbacoClub update
As many people will know who read this newsletter, ham or ‘jamon’ is a very special food in Spain. In the lead up to Christmas the hams in the supermarkets are very much on show as are the vast differences in prices you can pay for them. Knowing how the pig was reared, what ham to select for what event and how to cut and present it, really is an art form.
Some of this specialist knowledge was shared with members of ÁbacoClub at the beginning of November when Esperanza Mtz, Master Ham Cutter, demonstrated her skills. ÁbacoClub members have the opportunity to take part in a variety of different activities over the course of the year – all designed with the idea of helping you enjoy Spain even more. You can see and read more about this latest event on our Facebook page:
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Moving to Spain from the UK
Do you live in the UK with the intention of moving to Spain at some point? Perhaps you are ready to retire or work online with the option of any country as your base? It’s true that things have tightened up since Brexit but there are still ways in which you can make Spain your home. David Ruiz gives his advice in his definitive guide to moving to Spain from the UK: Moving to Spain from UK: The Definitive Guide |
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Fact or fiction?
The rumours that Spain is about to begin lobbying Brussels to allow British people to stay longer than 90 days have raised the hopes of many. However, this article explains where the rumours originated and why British people shouldn’t get their hopes up just yet:
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Dates for your diary
If you like ballet you might want to put December 20th in your diary as the date when The Barcelona Ballet will be coming to Torrevieja to present The Nutcracker. The performance will take place in The Municipal town theatre and you can obtain tickets from here:
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It all went off with a bang!
On November 21st people in Murcia and Alicante were shocked by what sounded like an explosion. Later it was broadcast that what they’d heard was in fact a sonic boom from two fighter planes practising their manoeuvres: |
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Taking bottles on board
It’s been something of a nightmare for years now. The little plastic bags for toiletries and the goods left behind because you forgot liquids aren’t allowed. Never mind the scrummage at security as you remove your laptops, tablets, phones and watches from your bag. Now, at last, it looks as though restrictions are set to ease. This article explains which airports are already making plans: Spanish airports: What are the new liquid and electronics rules coming into force from 2024? |
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Tightening up on electric scooters – a little
Spain does seem to have more than its fair share of electric scooters on the streets. Now there is a move to make sure that all electric scooters come with a certificate of legality if they are bought after January 22nd 2024. To find out what happens if you’ve already bought yours:
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International travel without leaving the ground
That’s the intention of the new routes planned between the Spanish city of Barcelona and major cities across Europe. Overnight trains are being scheduled that will provide the opportunity for travellers to fall asleep in one country and wake up in another. Some of the cabins look pretty good too:
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Some holiday statistics for you
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Visit Montanejos
Montanejos is a village in Spain located in the province of Castellón in Valencia. It is renowned for its river, waterfalls and hot springs. The hot springs maintain a temperature of 25 degrees Celsius although the water temperature might drop below this during the winter months. You can watch a video that shows you how this might be a spot both for the adventurer in you and for the part that just wants to relax: Montanejos is Valencia's natural paradise for adventure and relaxation |
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Murcia to Madrid and back again
Spain continues to develop its high-speed railways and the next to offer additional low-cost train travel is Renfe’s connection between Murcia and Madrid. The AVE train will run once a day, each way and you can book your tickets now: |
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Spanish Christmas – with a difference
Christmas is generally a more low-key event in Spain than in some other European countries. At the moment we are experiencing an incredibly warm winter which makes it even more difficult to get in the Christmas spirit. However, whether it’s a barbecue on the beach you’re planning or a visit to a Spanish Belén (nativity scene) there is plenty of tradition surrounding Christmas to enjoy.
Some ideas, if you’re thinking of coming to Spain for Christmas:
All I want for Christmas... is to be somewhere else
Idealista provides its summary of the main Spanish Christmas traditions:
What are the Christmas traditions in Spain? |
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Don’t forget the Three Kings
The Spanish Christmas continues past December with the final, and perhaps most enjoyable event for many, being on January 5th. This is the day when the Three Kings visit every town and deliver presents to the children there. Most towns also hold their Three Kings parade which can include anything from gymnastic displays to farmyard scenes. Check out what there is to watch in your town. In Torrevieja the current itinerary is:
Parade of the Three Wise Men TorreviejaMany towns have their own way in which the Three Kings arrive to hand out their presents. In Torrevieja they come by boat. However, there are some other novel ways in which they reach other towns and cities in Spain, including by motorcycle and on skis! If you want to spend this time of year close to a truly winter wonderland environment, then you might like to visit Granada. Here is some information about the events that take place there at this time of year. Christmas 2023 in Granada - New Year 2024 Celebrations and Events
As our newsletter comes out at the end of every month, this is our opportunity to wish you, if just a little early, a very merry Christmas!
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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. Thank you! |
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