I got a loan for an apartment in Southern Spain. I keep only enough money in my Spanish account to pay my monthly expenses. I am a retired American but I had to show proof of a consistent monthly income to get the loan.
Loads of great info and will need to be watched a few times to digest all the details, as it's a bit of a minefield getting residency for everyone's different scenarios. Personally planning to retire in two years in Spain, but anything could happen between now and then.
Good info thanks, we plan to retire to Spain within 5 yrs and will contact you to help do this the correct way. Please prepare a post Brexit vid when new rules are finalised
@@Upsticks oh! Málaga is a very nice place to live I guess. I remember the calle Larios which serves as a main street and then there is an easygoing atmosphere... The weather is nice if you compare it with northern Spain... Anyway, good luck with all your paperwork and red tape. It is not so difficult at the end of the day, I think... Saludos
This was a brilliant watch! My dad lives in Spain now! Me and my wife (who is eligible for Irish passport, but doesn’t have one yet) would like to move what’s the best way to start looking at this? Could she apply for her Irish passport while in Spain or not?
Hi! 3 years on, has much changed with the autonomo? I've got a few questions about registering as autonomo as an online tutor (I have a PhD in physics/biomterials): I'm Polish, trying to register in Valenica. I have already: NIE (just the number on a paper stamped by the immigration office) Padron in Valencia Private health insurance that covers me in Spain with no co-pays Spanish bank account (with upwards of 12k eur on it) EU passport/ID card I read that I have to go to the tax office, fill out a 037 form, and then bring documents from the tax office to register with social security. Then I can register as autonomo. After have all of the documents I listed above plus the registration as an autonomo, will that be enough to become resident here in Valencia, even before I have acquired any income or clients? Or do I need to show that I have already earned money as an autonomo and show that I have a certain lump sum/regular income from my self-employed work? Not sure what financial situation is expected of me. Thank you in advance!
Many thanks for your message and info, we have a fantastic colleague in Valencia who would be better positioned to answer your query, drop him and email to Kostadin Prokopiev
Hi great video, I did live in Spain from Oct 2016-Sep 2022 and did have our own villa but had to sale it because of Brexit, now back in UK. Now living on my own and looking going back to Spain to live, I do have a N.E. number and have a Railway pension of 597 euros a month. My age is 62 good health, where do I go from there to get back to Spain please, KEN
Paul Hepworth. Have 2 children who hold Spanish passports but living in the UK. My first wife was Spanish and so was her parents. I own an apartment jointly with my Spanish ex partner, all paid for, Have 2 pensions totally 1100 a month and rental income from 3 properties in the UK of 3600 a month. What would be my best options to live in Spain.
Hi, Great video and very informative. You mention a few times that certain documents need to be translated into Spainish. My question is, who is ok to do this. Can a Spanish friend or colleague do this for you as they speak the language or does it have to be done in an official administration type of set up Eg: Solicitor etc. Any help appreciated. Regards
The translations need to be done by an official translator of the state and stamped with there name a registration number, here's the email address for the company we use at upsticks for our clients nieves@andracayroman.es hope this helps
@@Upsticks Thanks for that. Sorry for delay in replying, i moved house recently. Hopefully next big move will be to sunny Spain. 1 step at a time. Thanks again
IS there anyway I can contact you about my parents who would like to retire in Spain but honestly we don’t have a clue on how to get that sorted due to BREXIT which we did NOT vote for.
Hi good video. I’m a UK citizen looking to relocate to Spain fully. Buying a property around 200k. My employment is in the UK but I work remote full time so Spain is where I want to live. What are my options mate?
Thanks for watching Luke, if you have an Eu passport then that's fine you can live in work remotely from Spain, if you have a UK passport your options are limited tbh until the dig nomad visa is approved
If I am going to retire in Spain with my wife (who is a Spanish citizen but currently a UK resident) do these minimum financial requirements apply to both of us?
Hi Patrick, If your wife is a Spanish citizen then she will not need to prove any income, but when you come to register as an EU family member you will need to show your economic means.
Thank you for the video very helpful I have a question to ask if I may please My bank stamped my bank statement but refused to sign it apparently it is a strict rule not to sign Will the Spanish embassy in London reject my NLV application? Thank you
Hi there. I'm an webcam model which means i can make an income from my laptop anywhere i am. Would this make it more difficult for me to get residency? Regards Chelsea
Hi I've been buying a property in Villamartin Spain for 18 years now with the the bank Bankia unfortunately I don't retire on a full pension untill 12th December 2021 Would it be hard now that UK are leaving the EU .
Thank you for this video. I’m a EU national, from Finland. I moved here in 2020 with my British partner, whose residency application was put on the fast lane (due to Brexit) and mine got left until the offices could receive normal volume of applications. We moved counties in 2021 and although in Granada, I was told I only needed a ( sufficient deposit in a) Spanish bank account, in Huelva (our new place of residence) my application was rejected due to me not having a proof of work. Our lawyer said that although it was an unfair outcome, that’s how it is in Spain. Depending on where you are.. We are farmers and our income would be very seasonal / limited. I’m worried about the tax I’d have to pay as autónomo if I register as such. My partner is retired and we are not married. Could I still be his beneficiary? We have enough funds to prove that we can live without sponging the social security ( as the official in Huelva claimed was my intention). If I could earn up to the limit as autonomo, I’d register as such, but as we are only just starting, I am worried it’s not going to be enough anyway. Sorry for the long text, I’d be very grateful for any pointers. (Otherwise, just to keep the algorithm going!)
Hi Anu many thanks for your great explanation of your situation, we work with a specialist for people on similar situations so drop us an email to support@upsticks.es
Great information and great videos. Only just stumbled onto your videos.my husband and I are moving out in 2 years from the UK and I know a lot can change before then. We will be retiring early (55) we won’t get an income but will have savings of around €250 k and my husband has a pension which is around €130k which he will draw down on every month. Would be eligible to apply for a NLV as it’s not strictly income it’s savings?
Hi Marie, you should be fine to get a NLV under the current circumstance. We will be doing an updated video soon on NLV financial requirements, so stayed tuned and don't forget to book a call in with us when your ready to come to Spain using the email address support@upsticks.es
Hello, I hope you are well and staying safe. Thanks for the video. I am moving to Spain in 2 weeks with my partner to live and work, and worried about the residence card. I am leaving my current job in the UK as they can't keep me on whilst living abroad. I am applying for jobs in Spain now, but it is difficult as I don't speak Spanish as of yet. How easy will it be for me to find employment? I am a UK graduate.
Hi Madeleline , thanks for your comment. I'm afraid we couldn't tell you how easy it is to get employment in Spain, a lot depends on your expertise and area you live, also the type of employment you are looking for. Our advice is to submit your residency application as soon as possible once you have found a job.
Thank you for the reply. Yes I think that’s going to be my best bet. I know with the current climate it is difficult to find employment anywhere. I am moving to Barcelona so hoping there will be quite a few opportunities open in the city.
So then if I buy in spain now I'm irish I can stay 90 days after that have to apply for residency If I stay longer ? So what happens to my property the rest of year if I come home after 90 days can we rent It out ? This has really messed up our future,
If you are Irish you have the same rights as any EU citizen to stay if you wish to and apply for residency and rent your property out if you don't stay. We'd be happy to clarify any concerns you may have if you book a call on our website at www.upsticks. es
Hi, what are the requirements now to obtain residency in Spain. I plan to retire to my apartment in Torrevieja, hopefully in 3 years time. I recently read a BBC article stating you need an income of €2000 month. My partner and I will be living off my pension for a few years until she receives her state pension, plus we should have substantial savings. I understand we will need private health insurance too.
It seems like a lot of money. I too have been looking at this. Our basic costs in the UK are only £8k per year and Im sure we could live very well in Spain on a lot less than 2000 Euros per month.
This might explain it better. ruclips.net/video/2NsKAsk4hPk/видео.html Seems you can have a years cash up front in your bank account ie 26000 Euros for the 1 year non-lucrative visa and the following year you can get a 2 year visa if you have 52,000 Euros in the bank if you dont have that obvious 2K income. Doesn't mean you have to spend it all.
No explanation of non lucrative residency visas application by British pensioners for retiring to Spain and able to become permanent residents after 2 yrs of living in Spain !
Hello. I am a British National who recently moved to Barcelona around 10 days ago and looking to apply for my NIE ASAP. With regards to the TIE - Can I apply for the TIE if I get a job from UK company working remotely and living in Spain?
Using income from a job in the UK is tough especially if you've just a arrived here as they want concrete proof you live here. Some of our other vids re the income and requirements should help
Hello, I'm new to forex trade And have been making huge losses but I recently see a lot of people earning from it. Can someone please tell me what I'm doing wrong
@@Upsticks That website says 15 years and 2 of those must be in the last 15 before retirement. Is that up to date, I thought it had changed to 25 years recently ?
@@xboxonegameplay9842 the website is the official social security Web page, to be honest we don't deal with thses matters normally. The best thing would be seek the advice of a "gestor" that deals with work related matters. They are experts on this field
@@Upsticks but he will want paying and the question was just a general question that most people could answer. If you asked the same question but concerning UK pensions I wouldn't direct you to a solicitor or pension advisor, I would just tell you
@@xboxonegameplay9842 you question has no relevance to the video and we do not deal with Spanish state pensions. I was mearly pointing you in the right direction. Have a wonderful day.
Hello. I am seeing this video in Jan. 2021. I would like to settle in Spain. I own a flat in Alicante City which I bought in 2019. Am I able to move to Spain and live in it ? or should I Just get rid of it? I am a British Citizen living in the UK. I am 60 years of age. What are my prospects ?
Im looking at this too. Its either the 90 days per rolling 6 months Schengen visa or a non-lucrative residency visa which says you have to have an income of 2000 Euros per month for a couple (don't quote me on this but is all I can find)
Too late mate. Now you got to stump up proof of income etc etc . Should have slipped in before end of last yr like I did 5 yrs ago and did your 5 yrs of six months each yr - by now you would have got residence under the old system .We all knew this day would come
I got a loan for an apartment in Southern Spain. I keep only enough money in my Spanish account to pay my monthly expenses. I am a retired American but I had to show proof of a consistent monthly income to get the loan.
Loads of great info and will need to be watched a few times to digest all the details, as it's a bit of a minefield getting residency for everyone's different scenarios.
Personally planning to retire in two years in Spain, but anything could happen between now and then.
Good info thanks, we plan to retire to Spain within 5 yrs and will contact you to help do this the correct way. Please prepare a post Brexit vid when new rules are finalised
We dont want you.
Precioso acento británico y excelente castellano. Saludos desde Pamplona.
Gracias Eduardo saludos desde Malaga
@@Upsticks oh! Málaga is a very nice place to live I guess. I remember the calle Larios which serves as a main street and then there is an easygoing atmosphere... The weather is nice if you compare it with northern Spain... Anyway, good luck with all your paperwork and red tape. It is not so difficult at the end of the day, I think... Saludos
Very in depth, thank you!
Thanks well explained good help!!
MANY THANKS
"The new registration system..." which isn't new, its just the same as its always been for third countries.
does an EU Citizen (Irish) actually need to get a residence permit to stay over 90 days? Can't they just stay on under their Irish Passport
from london brixton uk. very useful info video, will start saving.
This was a brilliant watch! My dad lives in Spain now! Me and my wife (who is eligible for Irish passport, but doesn’t have one yet) would like to move what’s the best way to start looking at this? Could she apply for her Irish passport while in Spain or not?
Hi Dan, drop us an email to support@upsticks.es, and we can book a call to discuss the best options.
Something to look forward to in the not too distant future 🇬🇧🇪🇸
Hi! 3 years on, has much changed with the autonomo? I've got a few questions about registering as autonomo as an online tutor (I have a PhD in physics/biomterials):
I'm Polish, trying to register in Valenica.
I have already:
NIE (just the number on a paper stamped by the immigration office)
Padron in Valencia
Private health insurance that covers me in Spain with no co-pays
Spanish bank account (with upwards of 12k eur on it)
EU passport/ID card
I read that I have to go to the tax office, fill out a 037 form, and then bring documents from the tax office to register with social security. Then I can register as autonomo.
After have all of the documents I listed above plus the registration as an autonomo, will that be enough to become resident here in Valencia, even before I have acquired any income or clients? Or do I need to show that I have already earned money as an autonomo and show that I have a certain lump sum/regular income from my self-employed work? Not sure what financial situation is expected of me.
Thank you in advance!
Many thanks for your message and info, we have a fantastic colleague in Valencia who would be better positioned to answer your query, drop him and email to Kostadin Prokopiev
Hi we are a family of 4, looking to move to Spain to buy a property and start an outdoor tourism business, is it possible?
Hi great video, I did live in Spain from Oct 2016-Sep 2022 and did have our own villa but had to sale it because of Brexit, now back in UK. Now living on my own and looking going back to Spain to live, I do have a N.E. number and have a Railway pension of 597 euros a month. My age is 62 good health, where do I go from there to get back to Spain please, KEN
Hi Kenneth, I think it would be best if you booked a call on our website so we can discuss at www.upsticks.es
great info - thanks
Paul Hepworth. Have 2 children who hold Spanish passports but living in the UK. My first wife was Spanish and so was her parents. I own an apartment jointly with my Spanish ex partner, all paid for, Have 2 pensions totally 1100 a month and rental income from 3 properties in the UK of 3600 a month. What would be my best options to live in Spain.
With that passive income you qualify for a NLV, book a call on the website we would be happy to discuss
Good video.
Hi, Great video and very informative. You mention a few times that certain documents need to be translated into Spainish.
My question is, who is ok to do this. Can a Spanish friend or colleague do this for you as they speak the language or does it have to be done in an official administration type of set up
Eg: Solicitor etc. Any help appreciated. Regards
The translations need to be done by an official translator of the state and stamped with there name a registration number, here's the email address for the company we use at upsticks for our clients nieves@andracayroman.es hope this helps
@@Upsticks Thanks for that. Sorry for delay in replying, i moved house recently. Hopefully next big move will be to sunny Spain. 1 step at a time. Thanks again
Good day can I call you to see if I can hire you to process my residency or discuss this.
Check out the links below where you can book a call
IS there anyway I can contact you about my parents who would like to retire in Spain but honestly we don’t have a clue on how to get that sorted due to BREXIT which we did NOT vote for.
Sure, drop an email to support@upsticks.es with your details and we can book a call in
I didn't vote for it either... and now I want to move to Spain
Hi good video. I’m a UK citizen looking to relocate to Spain fully. Buying a property around 200k. My employment is in the UK but I work remote full time so Spain is where I want to live. What are my options mate?
Thanks for watching Luke, if you have an Eu passport then that's fine you can live in work remotely from Spain, if you have a UK passport your options are limited tbh until the dig nomad visa is approved
Is my Bank Certificate still valid. It has a date of February 18, 2022 and my appointment date will be on April 25, 2022.
Nope it will need updating
@@Upsticks why? How about my Med Cert and NBI clearance? Is Feb 18 too late?
@@SuperbTraveler its always best to have it issued as close to the appointment as possible
If I am going to retire in Spain with my wife (who is a Spanish citizen but currently a UK resident) do these minimum financial requirements apply to both of us?
Hi Patrick, If your wife is a Spanish citizen then she will not need to prove any income, but when you come to register as an EU family member you will need to show your economic means.
Tnsnks
IF YOUR AN EU CITIZEN AND YOU GET RESIDENCE .. IS IT EPREM AND HEALTH INSURANCE
Thank You!👍
Thank you for the video very helpful I have a question to ask if I may please My bank stamped my bank statement but refused to sign it apparently it is a strict rule not to sign Will the Spanish embassy in London reject my NLV application? Thank you
Hi there. I'm an webcam model which means i can make an income from my laptop anywhere i am. Would this make it more difficult for me to get residency?
Regards Chelsea
Hi I've been buying a property in Villamartin Spain for 18 years now with the the bank Bankia unfortunately I don't retire on a full pension untill 12th December 2021
Would it be hard now that UK are leaving the EU .
Can i ask you how much is your pension?
Thank you for this video.
I’m a EU national, from Finland. I moved here in 2020 with my British partner, whose residency application was put on the fast lane (due to Brexit) and mine got left until the offices could receive normal volume of applications.
We moved counties in 2021 and although in Granada, I was told I only needed a ( sufficient deposit in a) Spanish bank account, in Huelva (our new place of residence) my application was rejected due to me not having a proof of work.
Our lawyer said that although it was an unfair outcome, that’s how it is in Spain. Depending on where you are..
We are farmers and our income would be very seasonal / limited. I’m worried about the tax I’d have to pay as autónomo if I register as such.
My partner is retired and we are not married.
Could I still be his beneficiary?
We have enough funds to prove that we can live without sponging the social security ( as the official in Huelva claimed was my intention).
If I could earn up to the limit as autonomo, I’d register as such, but as we are only just starting, I am worried it’s not going to be enough anyway.
Sorry for the long text, I’d be very grateful for any pointers.
(Otherwise, just to keep the algorithm going!)
Hi Anu many thanks for your great explanation of your situation, we work with a specialist for people on similar situations so drop us an email to support@upsticks.es
Great information and great videos. Only just stumbled onto your videos.my husband and I are moving out in 2 years from the UK and I know a lot can change before then. We will be retiring early (55) we won’t get an income but will have savings of around €250 k and my husband has a pension which is around €130k which he will draw down on every month. Would be eligible to apply for a NLV as it’s not strictly income it’s savings?
Hi Marie, you should be fine to get a NLV under the current circumstance. We will be doing an updated video soon on NLV financial requirements, so stayed tuned and don't forget to book a call in with us when your ready to come to Spain using the email address support@upsticks.es
Can you tell me about retirement is Spain? we both have an income. Just buying in Huercal Overa.
Hello, I hope you are well and staying safe. Thanks for the video. I am moving to Spain in 2 weeks with my partner to live and work, and worried about the residence card. I am leaving my current job in the UK as they can't keep me on whilst living abroad. I am applying for jobs in Spain now, but it is difficult as I don't speak Spanish as of yet. How easy will it be for me to find employment? I am a UK graduate.
Also, how long do I have in Spain to find employment before I have to apply for the residence card?
Hi Madeleline , thanks for your comment. I'm afraid we couldn't tell you how easy it is to get employment in Spain, a lot depends on your expertise and area you live, also the type of employment you are looking for. Our advice is to submit your residency application as soon as possible once you have found a job.
Thank you for the reply. Yes I think that’s going to be my best bet. I know with the current climate it is difficult to find employment anywhere. I am moving to Barcelona so hoping there will be quite a few opportunities open in the city.
@@madeleinecrouchman4316 did you find a job?
What if you have a few rental properties in the UK would that do?
So then if I buy in spain now I'm irish I can stay 90 days after that have to apply for residency If I stay longer ? So what happens to my property the rest of year if I come home after 90 days can we rent It out ? This has really messed up our future,
If you are Irish you have the same rights as any EU citizen to stay if you wish to and apply for residency and rent your property out if you don't stay. We'd be happy to clarify any concerns you may have if you book a call on our website at www.upsticks. es
Hi, what are the requirements now to obtain residency in Spain. I plan to retire to my apartment in Torrevieja, hopefully in 3 years time. I recently read a BBC article stating you need an income of €2000 month. My partner and I will be living off my pension for a few years until she receives her state pension, plus we should have substantial savings. I understand we will need private health insurance too.
It seems like a lot of money. I too have been looking at this. Our basic costs in the UK are only £8k per year and Im sure we could live very well in Spain on a lot less than 2000 Euros per month.
This might explain it better. ruclips.net/video/2NsKAsk4hPk/видео.html Seems you can have a years cash up front in your bank account ie 26000 Euros for the 1 year non-lucrative visa and the following year you can get a 2 year visa if you have 52,000 Euros in the bank if you dont have that obvious 2K income. Doesn't mean you have to spend it all.
I’m confused. We have circa £150K from a UK property sale. How much would I need for me and my wife to apply for Visa.
It depends on which visa you are applying for, you can book a call on our website to speak to someone if you wish re the requirements
@@Upsticks we have already booked appointment for August seems you guys are busy. We are looking to stay long term. Thank you
@@Watches_Radios great look forward to speaking to you ;)
No explanation of non lucrative residency visas application by British pensioners for retiring to Spain and able to become permanent residents after 2 yrs of living in Spain !
2 years?
Hello. I am a British National who recently moved to Barcelona around 10 days ago and looking to apply for my NIE ASAP. With regards to the TIE - Can I apply for the TIE if I get a job from UK company working remotely and living in Spain?
Using income from a job in the UK is tough especially if you've just a arrived here as they want concrete proof you live here. Some of our other vids re the income and requirements should help
Can you travel to Spain wearing an exemption lanyard and not have to wear a mask? i am exempt in the uk,im due over in Spain soon
@@robertbrown8362 no exemptions
Hi I need to apply for non lucrative visa. Do you do this kind of thing? . Thanks
Hi Max we sure do drop us and email to support@upsticks.es and we will get a call booked in with you
Can I move to Spain as a Brit at over 50?
Depends on many things, check out our website www.upsticks.es and book a call so we can discuss
Merci encore pour votre professionnalisme, mon oncle vous contactera bientôt. Bien cordialement, Julien
So if I got 10mill it’s no problems
Hello, I'm new to forex trade And have been making huge losses but I recently see a lot of people earning from it. Can someone please tell me what I'm doing wrong
All you need now is a professional broker else you gonna continue blowing of your account.
Finding the best person or the best organization to invest your money is one of the most important financial decisions you'll ever make.
Same here its four months now I started investing with them and it's been a good experience
Honestly, this is where my question lies I have lost over $700 in trading. How can I be oriented or educated about forex trade
How many years do you have to work in Spain to get Spanish pension ?
Check out this link www.seg-social.es/wps/portal/wss/internet/Trabajadores/PrestacionesPensionesTrabajadores/10963/28393/28396/28472
@@Upsticks That website says 15 years and 2 of those must be in the last 15 before retirement. Is that up to date, I thought it had changed to 25 years recently ?
@@xboxonegameplay9842 the website is the official social security Web page, to be honest we don't deal with thses matters normally. The best thing would be seek the advice of a "gestor" that deals with work related matters. They are experts on this field
@@Upsticks but he will want paying and the question was just a general question that most people could answer. If you asked the same question but concerning UK pensions I wouldn't direct you to a solicitor or pension advisor, I would just tell you
@@xboxonegameplay9842 you question has no relevance to the video and we do not deal with Spanish state pensions. I was mearly pointing you in the right direction. Have a wonderful day.
ARGGH *SPECIFICALLY!
From Ireland how much should we have in now 2021
Irish citizens fall under the EU category. Immigration guidelines regarding money requirements are around €5500 per person for a year .
Sir, you speak too quickly and in undertones. Much of what you said was lost. Thought you should know
Many thanks for your comments I will try to improve in future videos
I thought it was very clear !
Hello. I am seeing this video in Jan. 2021. I would like to settle in Spain. I own a flat in Alicante City which I bought in 2019. Am I able to move to Spain and live in it ? or should I Just get rid of it? I am a British Citizen living in the UK. I am 60 years of age. What are my prospects ?
Hi Phillip, you can still move to Spain but now you will be subject to third country national rules and need a visa
Im looking at this too. Its either the 90 days per rolling 6 months Schengen visa or a non-lucrative residency visa which says you have to have an income of 2000 Euros per month for a couple (don't quote me on this but is all I can find)
Too late mate. Now you got to stump up proof of income etc etc .
Should have slipped in before end of last yr like I did 5 yrs ago and did your 5 yrs of six months each yr - by now you would have got residence under the old system .We all knew this day would come
@@jasbindersingh2441 Responsibilities and covid got in the way of plans. Mice and men etc.
@@stephanguitar9778 I thought the 1st person had to have 2000 and subsequent persons living with 1st person in same house needed £500 each on top.
money from the City of London hahaha
Well it wont be coming from Spain - a modern failed state hahahaha
@@timmo491 spain is garbage
This video is so out of date, it confuses people and should be removed from youtube.
I'f you read the information on the video it says current to when it was made in big bold letters
Hi we are a family of 4, looking to move to Spain to buy a property and start an outdoor tourism business, is it possible?