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Guide for expatriates in Barcelona
EasyExpat
18 October, 2011 14:41
We are proud to launch our new city guide for expatriates in Barcelona.
When thinking of Spain, you may imagine bull fights, flamenco, and
tapas. Barcelona is different as it is part of Spain, and yet unique.
Home to a native Catalan population, Barcelona is the capital of this
autonomous region that dreams of complete independence. Catalan has its
own official language making stepping into Barcelona like stepping into
another world with the signs that point the way and the people on the
streets speaking a different language.
The large number of expats and foreigners in Barcelona also flavor
the city with a mix of languages and cultures. Visitors are enchanted
by the architecture of Gaudi, location on the Mediterranean coast, and
status as a fashion and culture capital. Barcelona is the
16th-most-visited city in the world and 4th most visited in Europe.
Spain's second largest city was reinvigorated by hosting the 1992
Olympic Games and has continued to grow as a destination. Both
incredibly modern, yet filled with rich history, the city boasts some of
the favorites of Europe from outdoor markets, exquisite restaurants,
trendiest of shops, nightlife that goes til dawn, and world-class
cultural sights. It is natural that many of these visitors end up
staying as expats.
You will find the usual articles in our guide to prepare your expatriation to Barcelona and manage your life once in there:
Overview, Job, Passport, Visa & Permits, International Removal
Companies, Finding Accommodation, Work, Benefits and Tax, Moving in,
Education, Health, Practical Life (banks, transport, shopping...),
Entertainment...
You can also discuss and share experience in Barcelona and Spain in our forum.
Last but not least, you can download the full guide in PDF format, in order to read quietly and maybe to upload on your mobile or tablet PC/iPad.
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