Money
Sending money from the UK, cards, bank accounts, pensions and tax residency basics.
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IGIC Explained: Why Prices Differ from Mainland Spain
IGIC explained: the Canary Islands tax instead of VAT, its rates, what it makes cheaper or dearer and what it means for online shopping.
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Getting an NIE for a Long Stay: Do You Need One?
Do you need an NIE for a long stay in the Canary Islands? When it is required, when it is not and how non-residents apply.
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Wise vs Revolut for Living in the Canary Islands
Wise vs Revolut for a winter in the Canary Islands: exchange rates, euro IBAN, ATM limits, weekend fees and which to choose.
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Cash Machines in the Canary Islands: Fees and How to Avoid Them
Cash machine fees in the Canary Islands: what you pay, how to avoid conversion fees and whether you still need cash.
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Tax Residency in Spain: When Does a Long Stay Make You Resident?
When does a long stay make you tax resident in Spain? The 183-day rule, economic interests, family test and the UK-Spain tax treaty.
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Receiving a UK Pension While Wintering in Spain
Receiving a UK pension while wintering in Spain: what changes, spending it in euros, residency, tax and practical tips.
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Do You Need a Spanish Bank Account for a Long Stay?
Do winter visitors need a Spanish bank account? When you do not, when it helps, non-resident accounts and alternatives.
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Best Cards to Use in the Canary Islands Without Fees
The best cards to use in the Canary Islands without fees: what to look for, card types compared and why you should always pay in euros.
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Best Way to Send Money from the UK to Spain for a Winter Stay
The cheapest ways to send money from the UK to Spain for a winter stay: transfer services, multi-currency accounts, brokers and banks compared.