Life in Catalunya comes with a lot of paperwork, questions and “wait, how do I even start?” moments. This is Catalunyaar’s guide to the practical side of settling in — organised by the real-life problem you’re trying to solve, not by blog category. Pick the area below that matches your question, and we’ll point you straight to the real guides we’ve already written.
New to Catalunya?
If you’ve just landed and don’t know where to begin, start with our Simple Man Series — a step-by-step walkthrough from your first 30 days to your first year in Barcelona.
Immigration
NIE, TIE, residency renewals, regularisation and visa questions — the paperwork that follows you from the day you land.
Housing
Renting, empadronamiento and the realities of the Barcelona housing market — from finding a flat to getting your deposit back.
Jobs & Work
Finding real work in Barcelona, from entry-level and blue-collar roles to corporate visas, contracts and changing employers.
Family & Kids
Schools, enrolment and bringing your family over — the practical side of raising kids in Catalunya as an Indian family.
Mobility
Getting your Spanish driving licence, understanding the points system, and getting around Barcelona on public transport.
Money
Banking, taxes and sending money home — the financial side of building a life here, decoded for Indian expats.
Citizenship
CCSE prep, long-term residency and the path towards Spanish nationality once you’ve settled in for the long run.
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