matty3000
Canadian expat in Spain
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Lives in Valencia, Valencia
Registration: 03 March 2014
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Non lucrative visa and remote work for Canadians by Asmaa_H
Hi everyone! There does not seem to be a lot of Canadians here but I will take my chance anyways. I have a job in Canada that allows me to work remotely. This, according to several Spanish lawyers, should allow me to have the Non lucrative visa. ...
You have to declare taxes in both countries regardless of where you earn. You should find an accountant who specializes in foreign arrangements and deals with Spain so you don't get screwed and end up paying in both countries. I can't help ... Read More
Non lucrative visa and remote work for Canadians by Asmaa_H
Hi everyone! There does not seem to be a lot of Canadians here but I will take my chance anyways. I have a job in Canada that allows me to work remotely. This, according to several Spanish lawyers, should allow me to have the Non lucrative visa. ...
Nope. They were letters from our employers saying we would continue to work over the wire for $xxxx.xx/ month. Read More
Non lucrative visa and remote work for Canadians by Asmaa_H
Hi everyone! There does not seem to be a lot of Canadians here but I will take my chance anyways. I have a job in Canada that allows me to work remotely. This, according to several Spanish lawyers, should allow me to have the Non lucrative visa. ...
When we applied for our visa through the consulate in Toronto we were told that we had to provide either proof of funds or proof of income. We provided both and were granted our visas. I'd say I'm surprised that a different consulate is ... Read More
Canadian Drivers License by matty3000
Wondering if any expats here have gotten a spanish license. If so, what are the steps? Not sure whether I have 6 months or a year grace with my Canadian (Ontario) license but I'm sure I'll need a Spanish document for insurance if I decide to ...
Ha! You're absolutely right. Thanks for the pep talk. You always hope you'll catch a break somewhere with respect to at least one government agency but I'm very used to the process(es) and having to take the long way around by now. ... Read More
Canadian Drivers License by matty3000
Wondering if any expats here have gotten a spanish license. If so, what are the steps? Not sure whether I have 6 months or a year grace with my Canadian (Ontario) license but I'm sure I'll need a Spanish document for insurance if I decide to ...
Thanks S. Well, it confirms what I suspected: CA$H GRAB. Definitely not a safety issue if they're extending a license exchange freely to Diplomats and their kin. I appreciate the link. Read More
Canadian Drivers License by matty3000
Wondering if any expats here have gotten a spanish license. If so, what are the steps? Not sure whether I have 6 months or a year grace with my Canadian (Ontario) license but I'm sure I'll need a Spanish document for insurance if I decide to ...
This is a great example of what my wife and I have deemed "getting Spained." This refers to all of the excessive beaurocratic measures and expenses that serve only to rinse us (Canadians and others) like over-extended tourists. It seems a ... Read More
Canadian Drivers License
Wondering if any expats here have gotten a spanish license. If so, what are the steps? Not sure whether I have 6 months or a year grace with my Canadian (Ontario) license but I'm sure I'll need a Spanish document for insurance if I decide to ... Read More
Íæż½ã½ãs, do you speak Spanish? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Spanish is essential for a successful integration in Spain. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Spanish? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
Can anyone recommend any resources for studying in Valencia? I am looking for something affordable in a group setting where I can get lots of supported speaking and listening practice, but I don't have much money to spend at the moment. Any ... Read More
Íæż½ã½ãs, do you speak Spanish? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Spanish is essential for a successful integration in Spain. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Spanish? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
"Because English is such an international language the fact is that English speakers can generally get away with English for the majority of the situations they encounter. " ...not in Valencia - ha ha! I would estimate that 1 in 20 people ... Read More
Moving to Valencia by Linzi0386
Hi, My husband and I are wanting to move to Valencia in the near future. We have two kids, my daughter aged 4 and my son aged 2. We have our own business here in Scotland and would be looking to open a business in Valencia City. I will be ...
Contact Daniel at The Spanish Brick. He helped us in all areas during our move from Toronto to Valencia. He can help with all of your real estate questions and offer advice for starting a business here. He's a great guy and he lives in the ... Read More
Castellano in Valencia by matty3000
My family moved to Valencia a few weeks ago. My wife and I have acquired a fair bit of Spanish through DuoLingo and our kids studied after school for a few hours each week leading up to this move. Now we're in the thick of it and will need to ...
Hi Cristina, We bought our apartment in Valencia so I don't know much about how rentals work. Let me put you in touch with our agent, Herminia. She will take care of you and make sure you don't get taken advantage of in a real estate ... Read More
Castellano in Valencia by matty3000
My family moved to Valencia a few weeks ago. My wife and I have acquired a fair bit of Spanish through DuoLingo and our kids studied after school for a few hours each week leading up to this move. Now we're in the thick of it and will need to ...
Hi Cristina, I don't know much about Barcelona, apart from the fact that it is much more expensive than Valencia, and much more crowded with tourists. With that usually comes more crime. Valencia is very friendly and quaint by comparison, which ... Read More
Castellano in Valencia by matty3000
My family moved to Valencia a few weeks ago. My wife and I have acquired a fair bit of Spanish through DuoLingo and our kids studied after school for a few hours each week leading up to this move. Now we're in the thick of it and will need to ...
Hi Cristina, Valencia is a wonderful city and despite the challenges we have faced, we are happy we moved here. Our three kids are in a Spanish semi-public school. The school is partially funded by the government and is a Catholic school but it ... Read More
Castellano in Valencia by matty3000
My family moved to Valencia a few weeks ago. My wife and I have acquired a fair bit of Spanish through DuoLingo and our kids studied after school for a few hours each week leading up to this move. Now we're in the thick of it and will need to ...
Hi Gerardo, I'm sorry I didn't see this post until now! Thank you for getting in touch. We would like very much to meet you and your family. We live in Plaza Nueva De la Iglesia and generally try to get the kids out for an excursion every ... Read More
Halloween in Valencia (for kids) by matty3000
Hi group! Anyone who has moved to Valencia from a North American city knows that kids absolutely freak out over Halloween. Our three boys (6, 8 and 13) are no exception. They begin planning their costumes for next year on November 1! It doesn't ...
Don't be tricked by the general lack of enthusiasm about Halloween on this forum. We were pleased to find that although it's not exactly the same as Halloween in N. America, it's pretty awesome here in Valencia! Shops and restaurants ... Read More