Guides for everyday life

Practical guides for everyday life in Spain

Housing 1

Renting an apartment in Spain as a foreigner: the rules Renting an apartment in Spain as a foreigner: sign with just a passport, cap the deposit at one month, and use our calculator for the max legal upfront cost. Updated: September 2026

Legal & Debt 1

Sworn translation in Spain: when you need one and the cost A neutral guide to sworn translation in Spain: when you need a traducción jurada, 2026 prices per page and per certificate, and how to verify the translator. August 2026

Insurance & Health 2

Health insurance for a Spanish visa: will yours qualify? Spanish law asks only for a health-insurance policy from a Spain-authorized insurer, not the no-copay plan brokers sell. See what qualifies for your visa type. September 2026 How to get the tarjeta sanitaria: Spain's free health card The tarjeta sanitaria is Spain's free health card. See who qualifies, which route (including convenio especial) unlocks it, and how to apply step by step. Updated: September 2026