GMichailow
American looking for information about Spain
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About me
American
Speaks English, Russian, Spanish, some French
Registration: 18 September 2020
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NLV vs Digital Nomad visas by Docx2
I am a 70 year old single man, who wants to move to the EU. I "was" planning to go to Portugal, but the spoken language seems impenetrable. I am quite concerned about being lonely. I speak some Spanish and have loved visiting Spain, ...
@Docx2 Hi, My name is George Michailow, US Citizen, living in Tenerife on an NLV. for over a year. Just filed for a 2-year extension with the help of a local attorney.What country are you planning to move from? The Spanish Consulate in your country ... Read More
Living in Spain? ½ûÂþÌìÌà needs you! by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Hope you are doing well. We are currently looking for volunteers to help the expat community in Spain. If you are interested in helping the other members in your spare time, answering their queries and sharing useful ...
@Priscilla I am a US Citizen resident in Santa Cruz de Tenerife living here since November 2021 on an NLV.My two grown children live here and are residentsWhat can I do to help?My best e mail is*CheersGeorge Michailow Read More
Banking in Spain by Colby G
Howdy I am an American Expat - currently living in Spain. I am hoping you can help me. I have been living here for 3 months and I am applying for a student visa currently. I am trying to find a way open a bank account in Spain because my ...
@Colby GI got my account at Caixa before residency.I also use Revolut.They have US and Euro account and card.I transfer funds free from US account to Revolut via US debit card . Then convert to Euro in Revolut before transferring to Caixa ... Read More
Health insurance - pre-existing conditions by CooleyCasa
Hi everyone! My husband and I just had our visas approved and will be moving to Spain on Sept. 17. We currently have travel insurance to satisfy our visa requirements, but we would like to find more comprehensive coverage. Can anyone recommend ...
@CooleyCasa Try DKVIt worked for me with type 2 diabetesGood luckGM Read More
keeping US bank accounts from closing when in Spain by goodstafford
I heard many have had experiences with their US bank accounts being closed and/or being forced to liquidate their mutual funds and ETF holdings when the institution realizes that the holder no longer lives in the U.S. I know some people just use ...
I sold my house and moved to Ténérife. I forwarded mail coming in to Ipostal which is my official address for banks and all official correspondence. I put Unit # instead of box and it works. They notify you of incoming mail and give you ... Read More
keeping US bank accounts from closing when in Spain by goodstafford
I heard many have had experiences with their US bank accounts being closed and/or being forced to liquidate their mutual funds and ETF holdings when the institution realizes that the holder no longer lives in the U.S. I know some people just use ...
We opened an account at a virtual postal service- iPostal1. The bank accepted that. Schwab seems okay with that, as well. I can’t see other responses so not sure what others are saying.Same here GM Read More
Criminal record by Retiring to sun
Hi all and thank you for reading I want to retire to Spain I have a minor criminal record from 30 years ago My question is when applying for a visa will this be disclosed? My wife doesn’t know about this and I can’t proceed if this will ...
Judge dismissed the case so no convicted but remained on my state court record as a charge Depends on jurisdiction They give you a choice to provide state or Federal. State was the easier route So far so good Read More
Housing rental Solvency requirements by GMichailow
I'm still in the US.now. got my 90 day visa to come to Tenerife to pick up NIE and 1 year residency. My adult children have permanent residency already. I'm trying to rent a place before I travel . I have no Spanish bank account but have ...
Thanks Yeah. The children found me a place I can live with for awhile while I look for the ideal place George Read More
Housing rental Solvency requirements by GMichailow
I'm still in the US.now. got my 90 day visa to come to Tenerife to pick up NIE and 1 year residency. My adult children have permanent residency already. I'm trying to rent a place before I travel . I have no Spanish bank account but have ...
Got it Thanks Good info George Read More
Housing rental Solvency requirements
I'm still in the US.now. got my 90 day visa to come to Tenerife to pick up NIE and 1 year residency. My adult children have permanent residency already. I'm trying to rent a place before I travel . I have no Spanish bank account but have ... Read More
Best sea-delivery mover for household items? by rodgibbons
Hello, I spent 2.5 months on Tenerife (Jan 1 to mid March, 2020). Loved it! During that time, I "AirBnB'd" at three different ocean-side rentals. Each different -- each with commendable benefits. Now, I'm moving to Tenerife for a ...
Ruby International were most responsive to me https://www.rubymoves.com/ I'll be using them for my move from Va Beach to Tenerife in August. Good luck Read More
Criminal record by Retiring to sun
Hi all and thank you for reading I want to retire to Spain I have a minor criminal record from 30 years ago My question is when applying for a visa will this be disclosed? My wife doesn’t know about this and I can’t proceed if this will ...
That makes more sense. Thanks Read More
Criminal record by Retiring to sun
Hi all and thank you for reading I want to retire to Spain I have a minor criminal record from 30 years ago My question is when applying for a visa will this be disclosed? My wife doesn’t know about this and I can’t proceed if this will ...
The police record said dismissed by court. I had no clue or memory of the incident or aftermath Either it was so traumatic I buried the memory but more likely just another crazy not memorable incident. Read More
Criminal record by Retiring to sun
Hi all and thank you for reading I want to retire to Spain I have a minor criminal record from 30 years ago My question is when applying for a visa will this be disclosed? My wife doesn’t know about this and I can’t proceed if this will ...
I had a disturbing the peace in 1999 that I forgot about that came up on criminal history check with State Police. It was dismissed but the misdemeanor charge remains on my record. I'm not gonna worry about it Read More
New members of the Spain forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Spain forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi all My name is George I'll be 74 on Oct 6. I currently live in Virginia Beach Virginia USA. I was still active as a booking agent for Reggae and world music artists until Covid shut the business down. My son and daughter graduated from ... Read More