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Move to Spain
Home Insurance in Spain, What Renters and Owners Should Know
A practical guide to home insurance in Spain, what it covers, what renters need, how building cover works and what to check before you renew.
Zedista · 30 October 2026
España
Autumn Food in Madrid, What to Eat and Where to Find It
What to eat in Madrid in autumn, from setas and chestnuts to cocido and game, with the markets and neighbourhoods where the season tastes best.
27 October 2026
Travel
A Weekend in Valencia, the Autumn Edition
A two day guide to Valencia in autumn, covering the old town, the Turia gardens, the City of Arts and the beach, with where to eat and how to get around.
24 October 2026
EU Life
Pharmacies in Spain, What You Can Get Without an Appointment
How Spanish pharmacies work, what you can buy over the counter, how prescriptions are subsidised and when to go to a health centre instead.
21 October 2026
EU Life
Your First Spanish Tax Year, the Dates That Matter
A plain guide to the Spanish tax year for new residents, covering residency triggers, the April to June filing window, quarterly returns and what to keep.
19 October 2026
Move to Spain
Insurance for a Spanish Visa: What You Need and How to Get It Right
A clear guide to the health insurance a Spanish visa requires, the details that cause refusals, and how Zedista's visa insurance assistance helps.
16 October 2026
Travel
Five Autumn Escapes from Madrid by Train
Five easy autumn escapes from Madrid by train, from the walls of Toledo to the mountains of Segovia, with practical notes on timings, tickets and what to see.
15 October 2026
Move to Spain
Insurance Requirements for Spanish Visa Applications: What Expats Need to Know
Most long-stay Spanish visas require private health insurance. Here is what the policy must cover, how the rules differ by visa type, and what to check before you apply.
13 October 2026
Move to Spain
Family Life in Spain: The Admin That Quietly Stacks Up
The recurring family admin in Spain that quietly stacks up, from renewals to school deadlines, and how to stay ahead of it.
13 October 2026
España
The Discovery of America: Columbus, the Voyage of 1492, and What Followed
On 12 October 1492, Christopher Columbus made landfall in the Americas. The story of the voyage, the years that led to it, and the world it changed, with an interactive timeline.
12 October 2026
Spain
What a Gestor Does, and How to Find the Right One in Spain
What a gestor does in Spain, how the role differs from a lawyer or tax advisor, and how to find a reliable one.
12 October 2026
Madrid
Why a Madrid Address Matters: Options for Newcomers and Remote Workers
A practical guide to getting a Madrid address: why it matters for registration, banking, and tax, and how the options compare.
11 October 2026
España
Madrid in Autumn, the Season Locals Wait For
Madrid in autumn is mild, golden and walkable. A local guide to the light, the parks, the terraces and the rituals that make October and November the best months.
10 October 2026
Madrid
Settling in Madrid Without a Fixed Address: The Problems Expats Hit
The problems expats hit in Madrid without a fixed address, from missed official mail to failed registrations, and how to fix them.
9 October 2026
EU Life
How to Register with a Doctor and Get Your Health Card in Spain
A step by step guide to registering with a doctor in Spain, from the padron certificate and social security number to your health card and first appointment.
8 October 2026
Move to Spain
Moving to Spain with Children: The Family Paperwork, Step by Step
The family paperwork that comes with relocating to Spain, from school places to health cards, and how to keep it all on track.
6 October 2026