Knowledge hub
Everything we know about moving here, in one place
We get the same questions every term: in what order should things be done, which documents are required, what does daily life cost and which numbers should be in your phone? Here are the answers, in four in-depth resources. Unlock all of them with your email address.
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The relocation checklist: 12 months to move-in
A month-by-month plan for families moving to the Costa del Sol – from the first research to the first day of school. What to do in Sweden, what to do locally, and in which order.
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Paperwork and authorities: NIE, TIE, padrón and school
A step-by-step walk-through of the Spanish admin families meet in their first year – which document requires which, where to book an appointment and what to bring.
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Everyday life in Spain: housing, banking, cars and routines
The practical things nobody tells you in advance: rental contracts and running costs, banking, driving licences and cars, opening hours, public holidays and what a normal family week actually looks like.
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Safety and key numbers in Spain
The numbers and contacts to save in your phone before you need them: emergency services, healthcare, police, pharmacies, embassy and consulate – plus what to say and do in the most common situations.
Open the resourceWhy we collect this
Moving to Spain is hundreds of small decisions, and most of them are manageable – if you know the order to do them in. As a school we meet families at every stage of the move: those still considering it, those who have just signed a rental contract and those who have lived here for years. The knowledge hub is our way of gathering what families tell us, and what we see working, so the next family does not have to start from scratch.
The material is practical rather than inspirational. We make no promises about processing times or decisions by the authorities – rules change and every family's situation is different. What we can describe is how the steps connect, what is usually required and where things tend to stall, so you can plan with sensible margins.
Why do you ask for an email address?
For two reasons. We want to be able to update the material when rules and contact details change and reach the families already using it, and it shows us which questions matter most so we can go deeper where it counts. You do not have to subscribe to the newsletter to unlock the material, and you can unsubscribe at any time. We never pass your address on.
Questions this material does not cover
Tax matters, residence permits for non-EU citizens and legal property questions should always be checked with a local gestor, lawyer or accountant. What we can answer is how schooling works, what the school year looks like and how families usually plan the move around the start of term. Get in touch and we will talk it through based on your situation.
Ready to take the next step?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and it's fine to start mid-term.
No commitment – we normally reply within one working day. info@sweintschool.com