Spain is beautiful… but the paperwork? Not so much.

If you’re an expat navigating Spanish bureaucracy, chances are you’ve Googled “how to get a NIE” more than once—and still felt unsure about the process. That’s where we come in.

We are not gestores, but we support English-speaking expats in Spain by helping them stay organized and informed throughout the administrative process that comes with relocating, working remotely, or starting a business here. From residency-related documents to digital certificates, we guide you step by step—in plain English—so you know exactly what to expect at each stage.

Administrative Appointments & Forms

€60 per service

• Padrón registration (appointment booking and form completion)
• NIE / TIE forms and fingerprint appointment preparation
• Social Security number (SSN) application and public healthcare registration
• Healthcare centre registration
• Digital certificate setup
• Bank account opening support
• Basic guidance on autónomo / self-employment registration
• SEPE registration
• Utilities, Wi-Fi, and local setup tasks

On-Site Translation & Accompaniment (Madrid)

€ 50 per appointment

In-person support for newcomers who need help communicating in Spanish during:

• Bank appointments
• School meetings
• Notary appointments
• Medical and healthcare visits

This includes real-time translation, clarification of documents, and guidance throughout the appointment, so you always understand what you are signing and agreeing to.

School Enrollment Guidance

€100

Comprehensive support for families enrolling children in the Spanish education system, including:

• Step-by-step explanation of how the Spanish school system works
• Required documents and translation guidance
• School search by district or area
• Support using online admission platforms (Secretaría Virtual, Raíces)
• Guidance on registration steps, waiting lists, and deadlines

Ideal for expat families and international students who are new to Spain.

Who This Is For

• Expats relocating to Spain or managing remote work from Madrid
• Freelancers and entrepreneurs registering with local services
• Parents handling paperwork for their family
• Anyone overwhelmed by cita previa, PDFs, and Spanish government websites

Let’s Make Bureaucracy Less Stressful

📩 Get in touch or send us an email at vainmadrid@gmail.com