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Here is an article from the Majorcan Daily Bulletin newspaper that might cheer some members up a bit.
It seems that hot on the heels of France, Spain is also baying to drop the 90-day rule for Britons with second homes in the country. Up until now, non-resident Britons have only been able to enjoy a 90 day stay out of 180 days per year following Brexit. This has led to many UK buyers selling their dream properties and it has undoubtedly proven hugely damaging to the Spanish economy. Frankly, it didn’t take an Einstein to work out how losing lucrative spending by foreign buyers throughout the year, particularly in lean seasons, would lead to foreign property stock being sold and a depleted economy.
Whether the petition by the Spanish government is heard by the EU is anybody’s guess but hopefully strength in numbers will have an effect, with France also determined to change the situation. It’s frustrating how Brexit really brought penalties to those of us wishing to either live or have homes in Spain, and indeed in other EU countries.
Even the additional paperwork following Brexit was costly and I’m talking about obtaining Spanish driving licences, TIE cards et al. If one had plenty of time, a lot of legwork could be done as an individual, thus saving the cost. Sadly, I work every day and have zilch time to hang out with a picnic in government offices awaiting my moment in a snaking queue. Therefore, like many friends here, I paid to get a competent agency to cut short the admin, waiting time and to handle the paperwork. It was worth every penny but so much of this was only necessary because of Brexit.
Let’s hope common sense now prevails and that the ludicrous and arcane rule is kicked into touch.
