COMUNIDAD VALENCIANA, REGION OF VALENCIA NEWS

Man climbs on Vueling plane roof causing a two-hour delay in ValenciaFlight to Amsterdam delayed by two hours after a 24-year-old climbs onto the roof of a Vueling plane at Valencia's Manises Airport It's not every day you see someone climb onto the roof of a plane, but that's exactly what happened at.. 02/02/2026

Costa Blanca tees up Canadian golfers with first Toronto trade show tripAlicante aims to lure 600,000 snowbound players to its 30 sunny courses from October to May Alicante is swinging for a new market: Canada’s 600,000 golfers who can’t get a round in during their long, cold winters. A delegation from the Costa.. 28/01/2026

When the unexpected happens: Expert repatriation support for expats in SpainHow Alliance Pioneer Group supports expatriates in Spain with professional medical repatriation services   By Tom Sheen, APG   For many expatriates, Spain represents a new chapter – better weather, a slower pace of life and.. 28/01/2026

EastEnders star Samantha Womack starts a new chapter in Spain after cancer battleThe actress says the loss of her beloved dog Lola helped her focus on recovery and led her to begin a new life in Valencia Most of us will remember Samantha Womack as the troubled but much-loved Ronnie Mitchell from EastEnders, a role she played for a.. 28/01/2026

How your business can use AI to boost its social media presenceOnline B2B tool PostBotPro is emerging as a solution for time-pressed smaller businesses to get noticed in an increasingly competitive market Keeping up with social media is a challenge shared by many small- and medium-sized businesses. Most owners.. 16/01/2026

How to renew your TIE as a British expat resident in Spain: Foreigner's identity card renewal instructions post-BrexitStep-by-step guide to renewing your TIE card for Brits living as permanent residents in Spain Image: Ayuntamiento de Madrid   Who needs a TIE in Spain? When can I renew my TIE? How long does it take to renew a TIE? Step-by-step guide..

In question: Rental-expense deductions for non-EU property owners in Spain by IberianTax   For the 2025 tax year, non-resident property owners in Spain must file their Rental Income Tax return (Modelo 210) between 1 January and 20 January 2026. This applies to both short-term and long-term rentals. Non-resident.. 02/12/2025

The new app to manage your funeral plans and payments in Spain, from Compare FuneralsCompare Funerals are launching a new app in the new year for users to easily update and control every aspect of their funeral arrangements The funeral plans and will writing company in Spain, Compare Funerals, is soon to launch a new app for mobile.. 26/11/2025

Armistice Day in Spain: Do the Spanish wear poppies and celebrate Remembrance Day?Many British expats in Spain observe Remembrance Day, but don’t be surprised if you get some funny looks from Spaniards for wearing a poppy November 11 is Remembrance Day or Armistice Day for countries like the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia..

Own property in Spain? Here's what's changing for non-residents in 2025-2026We’re just a couple of months away from the new year, and there are important things that all homeowners should now for 2026...  As Spain heads into a new tax year, several legal updates are set to impact non-resident property owners from.. 07/11/2025

Halloween in Spain and why November 1 is a public holiday‘All Saints Day’ is a bank holiday in Spain on November 1... find out why, and what is so special about this Spanish holiday November 1 is a national holiday in Spain every year, but why is the day after Halloween a Spanish public holiday.. 30/10/2025

Non-resident property tax: Stress-free filing with IberianTax Although owning a property in Spain is a dream for many, filing your non-resident property taxes can prove more of a nightmare. For most non-resident owners, processes in the Spanish bureaucracy can feel confusing, time-consuming and costly. This is where.. 17/10/2025

EU confirms start date for non-Schengen travellers Entry-Exit System as ETIAS fee nearly triplesUK visitors to the EU will face biometric checks starting from October 2025, followed by a new visa-waiver scheme with a higher fee British travellers heading to the EU will face significant changes at borders starting from this October, as the long-awaited..

What to do if you fall ill while on holiday in Spain, from Alliance Pioneer GroupA guide for British travellers facing medical difficulties while abroad Falling ill or getting injured while on holiday can be a daunting prospect, especially in a foreign country where language and healthcare systems differ. For British travellers.. 14/07/2025

How to fast-track building licences in Valencia and AlicanteUnderstanding ECUVs and how they can speed up your major works project by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer   In the previous article we took a look at the two basic types of building licences and the steps in.. 11/03/2025

Types of building licence in Valencia and Alicante and how to get themIf you are planning building work to your property in the Valencian Community, you need to know the right type of licence to apply for by John Michael Kirby, Technical Architect and Building Engineer   There are just two types of building.. 26/02/2025

Valencia Day in Spain: Festivo holiday on October 9 for the Dia de la Comunidad ValencianaRead on to discover what happens on Valencia Day, the Spanish holiday held on October 9 Every year, October 9 is celebrated in Spain’s Valencian Community as the ‘Día de la Comunidad Valenciana’ or Day of Valencia, and the day..

Why choose Ecosolarspain for installing solar panels and batteries in SpainThe Alicante-based solar panel provider is the top choice for energy-efficient installations in the Valencian Community   As the demand for renewable energy solutions grows, finding a reliable and expert installer becomes crucial. Ecosolarspain stands..

Say hello to Solar Balconies, a new type of solar energy installation for your homeGet the latest news on solar panels and trends in renewable energy, brought to you by Ecosolarspain The adoption of solar energy is not just about reducing electricity bills – it’s a step towards a sustainable future, and one that is being.. 07/05/2024

The truth about doing your due diligence when buying a home in SpainThere are additional checks you should always do when you purchase property beyond the usual property inspections It’s beyond doubt that property inspections are essential before you buy a property, but there are other aspects of due diligence.. 05/03/2024