A criminal group arranged hundreds of sham partnerships to secure Spanish residency for North African nationals. Police arrested 65 people and uncovered €30 million in profits. Authorities warn of widespread document fraud.
A man in Barcelona has been detained for selling fake appointments for immigration procedures. Victims paid for non-existent services after finding ads on social media. Police link the suspect to multiple fraud cases across Spain.
Spain launches large-scale migrant legalization: thousands of applications in Galicia. Spain has begun an extraordinary migrant legalization campaign. Around 10,000 applications are expected in Galicia. Many are submitting documents online, yet queues persist at offices.
Spain Launches In-Person Applications for Legalization: Queues and New Rules. More than 400 offices across the country have begun accepting in-person applications for the legalization of foreigners. Queues are already forming in the first hours. Authorities assure that the system will be able to handle the influx.
Residence Permit in Andorra Becomes More Expensive: Minimum Investment Now One Million Euros. Andorra has sharply increased the cost of residence permits for investors. The minimum investment amount is now one million euros. An additional non-refundable fee of 50,000 euros has also been introduced. The new rules make the country less accessible.
Half a Million Foreigners in Spain to Get Legalization Chance What Changes from April. Spain launches a large-scale legalization for foreigners The new rules will affect hundreds of thousands Authorities promise swift decisions and new opportunities for work and life
Valencia loses its only legal aid position for migrants ahead of mass regularization. Authorities in Valencia have closed the only legal aid position at the CAI. The decision comes just before a large-scale regularization of migrants. This could overload municipal services and create new challenges for foreigners.
Half a Million Migrants in Spain New Rules and Unexpected Restrictions. A large-scale migrant regularization is starting in Spain. New permits grant the right to work but do not open the doors to other EU countries. The decision has sparked debate and new questions about the future of migration in Spain.
Half a Million Migrants in Spain Await Decision as Scammers Profit from Uncertainty. Spain is preparing for a large-scale migrant legalization. Official regulations have not yet been published. Scammers are already promising to expedite document processing for a fee.
Half a Million Migrants in Spain Face New Language Requirements for Residence Extensions. The Catalan authorities introduce a new rule for migrants due to a shortage of courses. The measure will affect hundreds of thousands and has sparked debate over the accessibility of language classes.
Casa 47: the state takes control of the rental housing market. Spain launches an ambitious rental housing reform. The new state company Casa 47 promises to transform the sector. Who will be able to secure long-term contracts? Why will prices surprise even the skeptics? Find all the details in our report.
Spain's Population Hits Record High, Nears 50 Million. Spain has reached a historic record in population numbers, largely driven by foreign residents. Find out which regions are growing the fastest in our report.
Spain Considers Introducing Point-Based Visas for Foreigners. Leader of the Spanish People's Party, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, has proposed implementing a point-based visa system for foreigners, taking into account professional and integration criteria.
