Articles by Farah Mokrani

Looking for Work in Spain? These Industries Are About to Explode

If you’ve been job-hunting in Spain recently, you might have noticed the shift. Fewer roles in the usual sectors, more ads shouting about software developers, cloud engineers, cybersecurity analysts… It’s not a glitch. It’s the reality of a job market that’s reinventing itself at full speed. The fast rise of...

5 days ago

Business

Spain’s 2025 IRPF update: What you must know before the 2026 tax season

Spain’s tax rules are changing once again – and this time, the tweaks for 2025 could have a real impact on what you’ll owe (or get back) when you file your next Declaración de la Renta in 2026. From new deductions for low earners to higher taxes for big savers...

Nov 13, 2025

Technology

Still not verifactu-ready? The tax agency won’t wait for you

If you’re freelancing or running a small business in Spain, you might want to grab a coffee and pay attention – because the clock is ticking. The Agencia Tributaria (AEAT) is rolling out a brand-new invoicing system called Verifactu, and it’s not something you can ignore. Within months, this new...

Nov 12, 2025

Technology

Madrid metro is about to change forever – Here’s what’s going driverless first

If you travel around Madrid on the metro, especially during rush hour, Line 6 will probably feel like a familiar daily battleground – packed platforms, constant flow, little rest. Well, prepare for a very different experience in the coming years. The Community of Madrid has confirmed that Line 6 will...

Nov 8, 2025

Technology

Eurotunnel EES Delay: Why Drivers Still Aren’t Being Fingerprinted at the French Border

The EU’s new Entry/Exit System has quietly begun for lorries and coaches – but if you’re heading to France by car, you’re still waiting for an official start date. Here’s what’s going on. If you’re planning a trip to France by car through the Eurotunnel anytime soon, you’ve probably heard...

Nov 8, 2025

Technology

Mercadona confirms new opening hours for All Saints’ Day holiday

Shoppers are advised to plan ahead this All Saints’ Day as Mercadona confirms shorter opening hours across Spain – with several regions keeping stores closed altogether. Mercadona has officially announced a special schedule for Saturday, November 1, when Spain celebrates All Saints’ Day, a national public holiday. While most of...

Oct 27, 2025

This single blue painting just sold for €18.4 million

A stunning monochrome painting by French artist Yves Klein has sold for €18.4 million (around $21 million) at Christie’s in […]

Oct 25, 2025

Madrid becomes the first Spanish region with free cash machines in every town

No more driving miles just to find an ATM. The Community of Madrid is set to become the first region […]

Oct 14, 2025

Technology

Spain to track card payments over €25,000 a year from 2026

If you’re someone who relies heavily on your bank card for everyday purchases, there’s an important change coming your way. Starting January 1, 2026, Spain’s Tax Agency (Agencia Tributaria) will begin receiving monthly reports from banks on all individuals whose annual card payments exceed €25,000. The move – part of...

Oct 10, 2025

Technology

Drivers in Spain warned: this everyday habit could now cost you €200

It’s one of those things we’ve all done – you’re in the car at night, you drop something, or you just need a bit of light to find something quickly. So you flick on the interior light for a few seconds and carry on. Seems harmless, right? Not quite. According...

Oct 10, 2025

Germany scraps fast-track citizenship

Germany’s parliament has officially revoked the fast-track citizenship route, a move that marks a significant shift in the country’s approach […]

Oct 9, 2025