Your move to Spain
No matter whether the Spanish mainland, or one of the many Spanish islands. Spain is not only the German favorite holiday destination, but also on the list of the most popular countries among the German emigrants.
Like Spain, the residence permit is one of the 28 EU member states. This greatly simplifies the move from Germany to Spain. For stays lasting more than 90 days, a residence permit must be obtained from the relevant foreigners' office or police station. As in all EU countries, this is a pure formality for EU citizens, but this must be fulfilled in any case. Together with the approval, a so-called "Numero de Identificacion de Extranjeros" is awarded. This number is comparable to the German tax identification number and must be submitted, for example, to the employer or to the opening of a bank account.
Before the move can start
At the beginning of each move is the apartment search. In very tourist areas of Spain there are a lot of German or German speaking brokers, who have specialized on the customers from Germany. If you are planning to move to a region of Spain, which is not very developed in terms of tourism, you should have at least basic knowledge of the Spanish language beforehand. Lease agreements can be closed in Spain without formalities. However, in written regions the written form is widely used. Distinguish between German and Spanish tenancy law, you should be advised on the spot by a competent broker.The customs - what should be observed when entering?
If a lease has been successfully concluded with the owner of your new home in Spain, the move may begin.If a lease has been successfully concluded with the owner of your new home in Spain, the move may begin.
ATTENTION: As a popular holiday destination, the regulation of the duty-free import of household items applies only if the original residence is registered in Spain. There are separate regulations for second residences. Up to twelve percent customs fees may apply!
Moving with your own car
The private car is subject to the rule of the household rate. It should therefore be at least six months in the possession of the emigrants.
The registration of the car in Spain should be made within the first month. From the registration of the car in Spain, a holding period of one year to be taken into account. During this period the car may not be sold. If this holding period is not adhered to, retroactive VAT will be charged. To have a car in Spain, you need a type description of your car in the country language. You will get this from a dealer. In addition, the car must be checked by the Spanish TÜV, the ITV. If the verification is successful, you can apply for an authorization certificate together with the confirmation of the ITV and the type description to the approval authority. After paying the registration fees and the car tax, the local road traffic authorities issue the operating permit for the car.
Registration of the new residence
Before the move to Spain (first residence), it is to be remembered that the residence in Germany is to be canceled. Register the new residence at the responsible foreigners' office. The following documents must be submitted:* Valid passport and / or passport
* Rental agreement, or if there is no written contract, then a rental confirmation
* Health insurance
* Passport if applicable
Anyone planning to move to Spain at an early stage and having been informed in advance will find good opportunities in Spain to find his new home.
