Administrative formalities for Expatriates in Barcelona
Managing the administrative procedures for expatriates when arriving in Barcelona can be overwhelming. At Leave and Live we accompany you through every step: obtaining the NIE, registration, registration with CatSalut, insurance and driving license approval. Our advice service is designed to help you comply with all the legal requirements without complications or wasting time.
Obtain your NIE
Obtaining your NIE (Foreigner Identification Number) is essential to live and work legally in Spain. This is one of the most important administrative procedures for expatriates, and we assist you in every step of the process, ensuring that you comply with all the necessary requirements and that the process is carried out efficiently and smoothly.
- Complete advice on how to obtain the NIE
- Preparation and review of required documents
- Accompaniment at the administrative appointment
- Follow-up of the process
Health, Home and Auto Insurance
We help you find and purchase the best insurance for you and your family, including health, home and auto insurance. We make sure you are protected in all areas of your life.
- Comparison of policies and coverages
- Personalized advice according to your needs
- Claims management assistance
CatSalut Registration
Registering with the Catalan healthcare system is crucial to access medical services. We guide you through the registration process, ensuring that you can receive quality medical care when you need it.
- Guidance on registration at CatSalut
- Information on health centers and medical services
- Assistance in obtaining a health card
Registration
Registration is a fundamental step to access public services and become part of the local community. Within the administrative procedures for expatriates, this step is mandatory, and we assist you in registering your entire family, including your pets, ensuring that you comply with all local regulations.
- Advice on the registration process
- Preparation and submission of required documents
- Registration of pets in the municipal census
- Data update
Driver’s License
If you need to obtain or validate your driving license in Spain, we provide you with all the information and assistance you need to drive legally and without inconveniences.
- Advice on how to obtain
- Driver's license validation
- Information on requirements and necessary examinations
- Assistance in the presentation of documents
Links of interest
Here are some official and useful resources to manage your administrative procedures in Barcelona:
- Oficina de Extranjería – Government of Spain
Official website with information on NIE, registration and other essential procedures for foreigners. - CatSalut – Servei Català de la Salut
Information and procedures for registration in the Catalan public health system. - Ajuntament de Barcelona – Empadronamiento
Guide and appointment to register in the city of Barcelona. - Dirección General de Tráfico (DGT)
Information on validation and obtaining a driving license in Spain.
We solve your doubts
We know that administrative procedures can be confusing and tedious. We are here to answer all your questions and make sure the process is as simple and convenient as possible for you and your family.
Request an Appointment
For more information on how we can help you with administrative procedures for expatriates and to start your process with total peace of mind, contact us through our contact form or call us directly.
We are here to facilitate your adaptation to Barcelona and make sure that all your administrative procedures are handled efficiently and smoothly!