Residency Legalisation in Spain through Arraigo: A Practical Guide

Introduction If you have a life in Spain but are not officially registered with the authorities, residency by ‘arraigo’ may be for you. The Arraigo access to residency is primarily for unregistered third country nationals and provides an opportunity to gain a residence and work permit based on the fact that you have already put […]
TIE Exchange Appointments

Introduction We know many of you are struggling to secure appointments for immigration and police procedures, and we want to share any tips and experiences of our customers. In 2020, the first TIE cards were issued to UK nationals living in Spain. Those without permanent residency received cards valid for five years. Now that these […]
One Year, No New Clothes: Marijke’s World Environment Day Challenge Supports Age in Spain

On this year’s World Environment Day (5 June), Marijke, one of our dedicated volunteers, is making a bold and inspiring commitment that merges personal reflection, environmental responsibility, and support for Age in Spain’s mission. After a simple wardrobe clean-out in rural Spain, Marijke noticed something all too familiar: “So many clothes I barely wore.” andshe […]
Launch of Pilot Program: Support and Advocacy Service

Introduction We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new development at Age in Spain — the launch of our Support and Advocacy Service Pilot Program! This bold step comes from our first-hand experience supporting older English speakers across the country. Time and again, we’ve seen how a bit of practical support can make a world of […]
TIE renewal – next big issue facing thousands of Brits!

TIE Exchange for UK nationals resident in Spain and protected by the Withdrawal Agreement. In July 2020, Spain started to issue TIE cards for UK nationals who were resident in Spain. Those who were granted temporary residence were given a card that was valid for 5 years. The first batches of those cards are now […]
Age in Spain Raises €13,000 for Valencia Flood Victims

€ 11978 We’re incredibly proud to share that, thanks to the generosity of our supporters, Age in Spain has raised €13,000 to support those affected by the devastating floods in Valencia in November 2024. The floods left many, including vulnerable older people, facing urgent need. With your help, we’ve been able to respond quickly — […]