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SPAIN’s Golden Visa scheme, which allowed non-EU citizens to reside in the country by making large investments, has ended. In 2013, the initiative was launched to attract foreign capital after the financial crisis. It granted residency permits to those who purchased property worth at least €500,000. READ MORE GOLDEN KNOCK TO RESIDENCY IS NOT MORE Residency was also given to …

Next week, rain will return to some parts of Spain when the clocks advance ahead of Tuesday’s start of April. In eight days, after a rainy March that saw some areas of the country hit by storms and flooding, a new front will arrive. The storm is expected to bring more rain and wind. READ MORE RAINY Day (Cordon Press …

The Irish government has issued a warning to tourists who are planning a holiday for Easter in Spain. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) of Ireland has issued an alert because it’s a very popular destination among the Irish. Pickpockets are often part of foreign gangs that target tourist areas like Barcelona, Madrid and coastal areas. READ MORE ‘TEMPTING’ WALLET …

SPAIN’S Council of Ministers endorsed a bill to curb alcohol consumption by underage children. The law will allow the police to administer breath tests to children at schools and colleges. Congress must now approve the legislation. In an effort to reduce alcohol consumption among youth, the law also restricts advertising, sales and public consumption of alcohol. UNDERAGE DRINKING IS A …

SPAIN has enjoyed another ‘warm’ winter according to the state weather forecaster, AemetThis forecast indicates a very high probability of mild weather in spring. Early forecasts indicate that the coastal areas and islands will experience temperatures above average. Aemet Ruben DelCampo, spokesperson for the Department of Public Works, stated on Tuesday that this winter is the seventh consecutive year in …

The deadline for British and other foreign home buyers to get their applications in before April 3 is fast approaching. In April 2024, Pedro Sanchez, the Prime Minister of Spain, announced that the government will abolish the residency visas granted to those who do not come from the European Union. Golden Visa applicants have to invest either €500,000 in property, …

Last year, the price of houses in Spain soared to its highest level since the 2007 property boom. The National Institute of Statistics, or INE, announced on Friday that the average growth rate for 2024 is 8.4% – double what it was in previous years. The property market has now grown 11 years in a row. The cost of new …

The first weekend in March will be a mix of rain and snow for parts of Spain. On Saturday, rain will be widespread in Spain and abundant along the Mediterranean coastlines. Ibiza, Formentera and other Balearic Island are expected to be affected. READ MORE SNOW IN ARAGON, TERUEL The temperature will drop and the snow levels will fall to 700 …

According to a survey by the website, Bankinter. The rankings were reached on the basis of a 90 m2 flat inhabited by a one child couple and annual basic expenses of around €15,000. They reached their conclusions. Bankinter The analysis included not only the cost of housing (whether it was bought or rented), but also costs such as supplies, transportation, …

SEVEN fixed speed radars have been vandalised across Spain in recent days with each unit costing up to €67,000 to replace, according to the DGT road authority. The DGT announced that in addition to a fine, the perpetrators may be sentenced to prison for up to 3 years. Guardia Civil received reports and has begun investigations to locate the perpetrators. …