ANDALUCIA NEWS

Spain-bound Brits warned to arrive early after new EU border system causes travel chaosMore than 100 easyJet passengers missed a flight home to the UK from Milan at the weekend after getting stuck in biometric queues Scenes of utter chaos unfolded at Milan's Linate airport over the weekend, where more than 100 passengers missed.. 17/04/2026

Fuel costs are pushing more drivers towards electric carsRising petrol and diesel prices are making electric motoring look far more attractive in Spain The latest surge in fuel prices across Spain, is giving electric cars a stronger sales pitch. With petrol and diesel becoming much more expensive, the cost.. 17/04/2026

Foreign buyers drive Spain's property boom as demand stays strongMurcia and Andalucía among regions seeing sustained international interest Foreign buyers continue to play a major role in Spain’s property market, with demand from overseas remaining strong across many parts of the country. Latest figures.. 17/04/2026

Spain's holiday season under threat as airlines warn they could run out of jet fuel within weeksRyanair is warning of potential supply disruptions across Spain in May and June unless the Iran conflict ends soon Spain's summer tourism season is facing a potentially serious threat. The ongoing war in Iran is causing real alarm among airlines.. 17/04/2026

Iberian lynx back from the brink of extinction with 2,401 now roaming Spain and PortugalFrom Andalucia and Murcia to Portugal, the lynx is back and spreading fast across the Iberian Peninsula Twenty years ago, the Iberian lynx was considered the most endangered wild cat on the planet, with fewer than 100 individuals surviving in the.. 17/04/2026

Hope and long queues as Spain's migrant regularisation beginsFirst day brings uncertainty, urgency and the human stories behind the headlines Spain’s new immigration regularisation process has begun with a mix of hope, confusion and long queues, as thousands of people across the country rushed to start their.. 17/04/2026

Spain to launch 400 prefix to help spot spam business callsThe new rule aims to make commercial calls easier to spot and cut the risk of phone scams From October, all business calls in Spain will have to use the new 400 prefix, under regulations introduced by the Ministry for Digital Transformation and Public.. 17/04/2026

Seville showcases its cruise and megayacht push in MiamiThe port wants more high-value calls, with luxury ships lined up for Feria week The Port of Seville has taken its cruise and megayacht offer to Miami, where it joined Global Ports Holding and Ocean Platform Marinas to present its latest plans to the international.. 16/04/2026

Andalucía weekend weather forecast April 16–19: Warm sunshine and a few cloudy spellsMostly dry, very mild days with temperatures warming up further across the region After the warmer, brighter spell of the past few days, Andalucía stays on a settled and pleasantly springlike footing through the weekend, with temperatures.. 16/04/2026

Spain opens applications for its most controversial immigration plan in historyThe plan could hand residency and work rights to half a million undocumented migrants in Spain Spain has launched one of the most talked-about and controversial immigration measures in recent memory, opening online applications today, Thursday April.. 16/04/2026

Spain braces for a potential super El Niño summerExperts give it a 61% chance of bringing hotter temperatures and more persistent heat across the country Spain could be in for an especially warm summer if a strong El Niño pattern develops, as experts are now watching closely for what they call.. 15/04/2026

Smoke scare at Navantia Cádiz after fire on Harmony of the SeasA fast response kept the incident under control as the cruise ship undergoes a major refit A fire on board the cruise ship Harmony of the Seas caused a scare at Navantia Cádiz on Tuesday afternoon, when flames and a thick column of smoke were seen.. 15/04/2026

Seville sets the stage for a bright opening to the April FairA major light show and a performance by Raya Real will kick off the celebration before the fairground lights are switched on Seville is getting ready for one of the most eye-catching moments of the April Fair, with the city now set to unveil the details.. 15/04/2026

Hidden tax breaks in Spain: The insurance policies that could cut your bill this yearFrom car to health cover, lesser-known deductions could help reduce your 2025 income tax return Spain’s 2025–2026 Income Tax Campaign is now underway, and while many people focus on the basics, experts say some of the most overlooked savings.. 14/04/2026

Spain sees wildfire damage more than double in the first quarter of 2026Almost 13,000 hectares have burned so far this year, although no major fires have been recorded Wildfires have burned 12,946.66 hectares across Spain in the first three months of 2026, more than twice the amount seen over the same period last year. The.. 14/04/2026

Two students from The British School of Almería achieve the best exam results IN THE WORLDThe pupils have secured top global and European honours in international examinations, highlighting the exceptional academic performance and dedication of the school in Roquetas del Mar, Almería Two pupils from The British School.. 14/04/2026

Driving test divide in Andalucía reveals sharp provincial gapsNew figures show where learners are most and least likely to pass first time in Spain Whether you are transferring a foreign licence or starting from scratch with a Spanish driving test, the experience of getting behind the wheel legally in Spain can.. 13/04/2026

The Digital Nomad Visa: How to live and work remotely from SpainHow to handle the paperwork, work legally and enjoy life while living in Spain Moving to Spain as a remote worker is an exciting opportunity, but arranging all the paperwork required can feel overwhelming. Paperwork, income proof, health insurance.. 13/04/2026

If you've been selling online in Spain, the taxman may already have your details as the tax return season opensPlatforms like Wallapop, Vinted, eBay and Milanuncios are now required to report sellers who exceed €2,000 in sales to the Spanish Tax Agency Spain's income tax return season is upon us once again, with the 2025-2026 campaign officially opening.. 13/04/2026

Protected natural dunes vandalised at Almería Cabo de Gata beachA fossilised dune at Playazo de Rodalquilar has been defaced with graffiti in one of the most protected areas of Cabo de Gata-Níjar Natural Park A 100,000-year-old fossilised dune at the Playazo de Rodalquilar beach, within the Cabo de Gata.. 13/04/2026