España

Life in Spain, in its own words.

A masonry feed of stories from the España and Move to Spain categories, gathered in one place.

The MADRING Revolution | 5 Things That Make Madrid’s New F1 Circuit More Than Just a Race

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The MADRING Revolution | 5 Things That Make Madrid’s New F1 Circuit More Than Just a Race

Formula 1’s return to the Spanish capital is more than a simple calendar addition; it is the conclusion of a 45-year hiatus. The last time the pinnacle of motorsport roared through Madrid was 1981 at ...

10 September 2026

A Philippine Family Office’s Quiet Move To Spain

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A Philippine Family Office’s Quiet Move To Spain

Zedista Stories | A Philippine Family Office: Privacy, Professionalism, and Trust Zedista Stories · Private Clients · Family Office A Philippine family office’s quiet move to Spain When one of the country’s wealthiest conglomerates decided to establish a presence in Europe, they needed more than a service provider. They needed a partner who understood discretion, [...]

7 July 2026

Pope Leo XIV to bless the Sagrada Família - A century‑old dream realised

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Pope Leo XIV to bless the Sagrada Família - A century‑old dream realised

Zedista | Pope Leo XIV to bless the Sagrada Família — A historic moment for Barcelona Historic Papal Visit · June 2026 Pope Leo XIV to bless the Sagrada Família: a century‑old dream realised On 10 June 2026, the Holy Father will celebrate Mass at Barcelona’s iconic basilica, inaugurate the Tower of Jesus Christ, and [...]

10 June 2026

The considered buyer’s guide to property in Spain.

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The considered buyer’s guide to property in Spain.

Property & investment · Spain The considered buyer's guideto property in Spain. Spain received over 93,000 foreign property transactions in 2024 — nearly one in five of all purchases. The process is well-regulated and legally secure, but it is genuinely different from buying property in the UK, the US or most of Asia. This is [...]

8 June 2026

Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Spain | Timeline Of Events

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Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Spain | Timeline Of Events

Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Spain | Interactive Timeline Official itinerary · Holy See Pope Leo XIV in Spain6–12 June 2026 Apostolic journey across Madrid, Barcelona and the Canary Islands — an interactive timeline of events, masses and historic meetings. Saturday, 6 June Madrid 08:00 Departure by airplane from Rome/Fiumicino to Madrid 10:30 Arrival [...]

3 June 2026

Pope Leo XIV in Spain - What Seven Days Reveals About a Country

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Pope Leo XIV in Spain - What Seven Days Reveals About a Country

Pope Leo XIV in Spain: What Seven Days Reveals About a Country in Conversation with Itself | Zedista Intelligence Spain · June 2026 Culture & History · Zedista Intelligence Pope Leo XIV in Spain: What Seven Days Reveals About a Country Six to twelve June. Madrid, Barcelona, Gran Canaria, Tenerife. The most consequential visitor Spain [...]

31 May 2026

The 24 per cent window - Understanding Spain's Beckham Law

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The 24 per cent window - Understanding Spain's Beckham Law

Tax & fiscal strategy · Spain The 24 per centwindow. Spain’s Special Expatriate Tax Regime offers qualifying individuals a flat rate of 24% on Spanish income for up to six years. The window to apply is narrow, the eligibility conditions are specific, and missing it is irreversible. A briefing for those for whom it matters. [...]

28 May 2026

What Spain's Wealth Tax Means For You

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What Spain's Wealth Tax Means For You

Wealth & fiscal planning · Spain What Spain’s wealth taxmeans for you. Spain taxes the net wealth of its residents annually — and non-residents on their Spanish-located assets. For high-net-worth individuals, understanding the regional variations, the exemptions and the interaction with the Solidarity Tax is not optional. It is foundational to any serious Spain strategy. [...]

27 May 2026

Shopping & Lifestyle - What Madrid does better than anywhere else.

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Shopping & Lifestyle - What Madrid does better than anywhere else.

Shopping & lifestyle · Madrid What Madrid doesbetter than anywhere else. London has its department stores. Paris has its boulevards. But Madrid has something rarer: a shopping culture that feels genuinely alive — unhurried, confident and deeply embedded in the way the city actually lives. Shopping & lifestyle 9 min read Madrid Guide Calle Serrano [...]

26 May 2026

How to Use Madrid's Public Transport in 2026

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How to Use Madrid's Public Transport in 2026

How to Use Madrid Public Transport 2026: Complete Guide for Residents | Zedista Living in Madrid How to Use Madrid's Public Transport in 2026 Updated March 202611 min read Madrid has one of the best public transport systems in Europe. The metro is fast, clean, and covers almost every corner of the city. The bus [...]

25 May 2026

After the career, before the rest of it.

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After the career, before the rest of it.

Residency & visas · Non-Lucrative Visa After the career,before the rest of it. The Non-Lucrative Visa is Spain’s residency pathway for those who have built enough to live well without working. What it asks of you is specific. What it gives you in return is rather harder to quantify. Residency & visas 10 min read [...]

24 May 2026

Spanish Mobile Providers 2026 - What to Get, What to Avoid

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Spanish Mobile Providers 2026 - What to Get, What to Avoid

Best Spanish Mobile Providers 2026: Prepaid vs Contract for Expats | Zedista Daily Life in Spain Spanish Mobile Providers 2026: What to Get, What to Avoid Updated March 20269 min read Spain's mobile market is actually very good — fast 5G in cities, competitive pricing, and good EU roaming. The challenge for newcomers is choosing [...]

23 May 2026

Opening Your First Spanish Bank Account - The Honest 2026 Guide

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Opening Your First Spanish Bank Account - The Honest 2026 Guide

Opening a Spanish Bank Account in 2026: The Honest Expat Guide | Zedista Banking & Finance Opening Your First Spanish Bank Account: The Honest 2026 Guide Updated March 202611 min read You need a Spanish bank account with a Spanish IBAN (starting ES) for almost everything in Spain — rent direct debits, utility bills, IBI [...]

22 May 2026

Banking And Finance | The First Account You Will Ever Need

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Banking And Finance | The First Account You Will Ever Need

Banking & finance · Spain The account you needbefore you need anything else. A Spanish bank account is not a luxury or a convenience when you move to Spain. It is the infrastructure on which almost everything else depends — and knowing how to open one efficiently can save weeks of frustration. Banking & finance [...]

21 May 2026

Finding a Home in Spain - The Housing Loop Every Expat Faces

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Finding a Home in Spain - The Housing Loop Every Expat Faces

Finding a Home in Spain: The Housing Loop Every Expat Faces — Zedista Housing in Spain The first door is alwaysthe hardest to open. By Zedista Client Stories 8 min read The Reality of Relocating to Spain You have made the decision. Spain is calling — the light, the pace, the life. Perhaps it is [...]

28 April 2026