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Moving to Spain is exciting, until the admin and the language barrier kick in. This blog is your plain-English guide to expat life in Spain: mobile and fibre, NIE and padrón, banking, UK TV, and settling in. Honest advice from people who've made the move themselves.
Latest posts
How Much Mobile Data Do I Need Per Month?
Discover typical mobile data needs in Spain, avoid the classic expat mistake of overpaying, and pick a plan that fits your life.
Pay-as-you-Go vs Contract Mobile Plans in Spain: Which One Won’t Drive You Mad?
Pay-as-you-go or contract in Spain? I learned which mobile plan works best for expats without losing my sanity or my savings.
How to Get a SIM Card or eSIM in Spain: An Expat’s Honest Account
Getting a Spanish SIM card or eSIM was much easier that I had imagined, once I discovered Lobster.
Mobile Services in Spain: The Ultimate Expat Guide
Mobile services in Spain explained by an expat who got it wrong first: networks, SIM cards, eSIM, prepaid vs contract, costs and English support.