INFOrmation Pages Index: 155 resources

Business Services

· Business News (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
The very latest Spanish, French, European and World business news, available online from the AngloINFO Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· European Union E-Forms (The AngloFILE: Relocation & Help Moving to Spain)
A simple guide to the documentation required by EU citizens moving for work or study, or retiring to another EU member state.

· Jobs Offered Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Offering a job or looking for staff in Barcelona or Catalonia? Post a FREE advertisement here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Jobs Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Looking for a job in Barcelona or the Costa Dorada? Post a FREE advertisement here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Moving to Spain (The AngloFILE: Relocation & Help Moving to Spain)
Information directly from the European Union. Factsheets include information on delivery and registration of vehicles, motor vehicle tax, car insurance, taxation and living in Spain.

· Online Translation (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Use the power of the Internet to get from Spanish to English, and back again. Translate words, phrases, sentences - even entire Web pages!

· Personal Income Tax Regulations in Spain (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information which answers the questions: Who is considered liable - residents, non-residents - for income tax in Spain? When and where should income tax be paid? What are the penalties for non-payment? What Spanish tax allowances and credits are there?

· Postal Codes & Addresses in Spain (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Posting a letter in Spain? The post code numbers for the provinces, towns and villages that make up the provinces of Barcelona and Tarragona. And an explanation on how to read a Spanish address with a handy guide to abreviations.

· Residency in Spain & EU Registration Certificates (The AngloFILE: Relocation & Help Moving to Spain)
Information on the Spanish residence card: who needs it (EU and non-EU citizens) where to make the application (the Foreigner's Office Oficina de Extranjeros) and the documentation required. Also information on the essential NIE numbe

· Starting a Business in Spain (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information on how to set up a Spanish business: details on the procedures involved when setting up as a self-employed sole trader, Autonomo, Limited Liability Company (SL) and New Enterprise Limited Company (SLNE). Also, how to register a company online

· Tax Regime for Employees in Spain (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information on the new tax regime for inbound employees posted to Spain: who is eligible and what the features and benefits of this regime are to the employee.

· Telephone Directories: Spain & International (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Links to the Spanish Yellow Pages online telephone directory and the Spanish White Pages online telephone directory. Also links to telephones directories of the UK, US, Ireland, Canada, the Scandinavian countries, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa.

· Unemployment and Claiming Benefits in Spain (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information for a worker in Spain who loses their job, is fired or retrenched. Details on where to go, how to register for unemployed benefits (el paro) also information on benefits for EU employees who move to Spain, and on job seeking.

· Working in Spain (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information directly from the European Union. Factsheets include information on the right of access to employment, how to find work, tax and social advantages and employment in EU member countries.

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Cars, Bikes & Driving

· Accidents in Spain (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on what to do if you are involved in a car accident in Spain: who to call and how to fill in the accident report document for insurance after a car crash.

· Buying & Selling a Car in Spain (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on how, as a foreigner in Spain, you can buy a new or used car. Information includes information on what forms to fill out and how to find your local traffic department Jefatura de Trafico.

· Cars for Sale / Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Moving? Moving up? Sell your used car or motorbike on the AngloINFO Forum. Needing wheels? A dream auto experience? Buy the car, or bike you need on the AngloINFO Forums.

· Cars, Bikes & Driving Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Getting around Barcelona and all of Catalonia region on two wheels or four: talk about motoring, motorbikes, classic cars and local rallies. Ask questions and get opinions on all automobile subjects on The AngloINFO Forum.

· Driving in Spain (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
An overview of the rules of the road, the types of roads, parking, driving while drunk and other aspects important to a driver in Spain.

· Foreign Driving Licences in Spain (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on who may exchange their foreign driver's licence for a Spanish licence. Information applies to European Union citizens (UK, EU etc.) as well as people with American, Australian or other non-EU driver's licences.

· Green Card System (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Also known as the International Motor Insurance Certificate, this is an internationally recognised document (in countries in which the Green Card is valid) and acts as recognisable proof of third party car insurance in case of road accident while abroad.

· Insuring a Vehicle in Spain (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
General information on the types of vehicle insurance available in Spain: details on insuring a vehicle (options from third party to all risks) and making a claim. What the cover provides and how to insure a foreign car in Spain.

· ITV Vehicle Roadworthiness in Spain (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
All vehicles on the roads in Spain must be roadworthy. It is up to the car or bike owner to ensure their vehicle has a valid ITV certificate. Vehicles must be tested at an authorised centre for safety and emissions, just as for an MOT test in the UK.

· Motorsport news (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Formula 1, CART, rallies and more - all the latest motorsport news from around the world, from the AngloINFO Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· Registering a Foreign Vehicle in Spain (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
How to import a new or used car to Spain. Where to get a Technical Test Certificate Card, what's needed for an ITV test and how to get a UK, EU or US car onto Spanish plates.

· Spanish Driving Licences (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
The information you need on how to apply for a driving licence in Spain: who is entitled, how to get the driving permit and how to renew it. Also the role of the driving instructor and taking the examination and the points penalty system used in Spain.

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Community Life: Barcelona

· AA Alcoholics Anonymous: Alcoholism Support Groups in Catalonia (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
Barcelona and the Costa Dorada are well catered to for English-speaking AA support, with regular meetings. See this page for contact information.

· Animal Organisations in Barcelona (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Pet shelters and refuges, animal rights organisations and other Spanish associations for the protection of cats, dogs and other animals.

· Barcelona Public Behaviour By-Law (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
Introduced in February 2006, the new law serves to give authorities the right to prosecute people behaving "loutishly" in public places. Offenders may be fined and forced to repair any property damage they have caused.

· Bringing up Toddlers in Spain (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living in Barcelona)
Everything for parents with young children Spain: information on health matters, Spanish social security benefits, preschool, creche and baby and child care and mums and tots groups.

· Certificado de Empadronamiento: Registration at the Town Hall in Spain (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living in Barcelona)
Information on the Empadronamiento, what it is, how to register at the Ayuntamiento and the documentation required, as well as information on renewing the document and what to do if you move.

· Citizen Guides & Other Consular Services (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
UK, US, Australian and Canadian Consulates have informative websites on issues relevant to their citizens. They provide services for citizens in need, including replacement of lost or stolen passports and help and advice in difficult situations.

· Conversion Tables (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Imperial/American to Metric (Fahrenheit to Celsius/centigrade) conversions for length and area, air, body and oven temperatures, and US to UK to Euro clothing size conversion tables.

· Daylight Savings Time (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
The clocks change twice a year. Find out when, and how Spain's time relates to the rest of the world.

· Death & Dying in Spain (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living in Barcelona)
Information on how to proceed if you need to report the death of a family member in Barcelona. Also information on they process involved in arranging a burial, cremation or the repatriation of remains outside Spain.

· Emergency Telephone Numbers - Barcelona, Spain (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
Emergency services: the numbers to call for Fire, Police, Ambulance in Barcelona and the Costa Dorada. Also sea rescue, drug help, poisons and emergency doctors and hospitals as well as a glossary of emergency terminology.

· Essential Animal Information for Pets in Spain (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
An overview of the rules of pet ownership in Spain and what to do about an animal lost or found in Barcelona or the Costa Dorada.

· Families & Kids Forum (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
The place for you to exchange views, share useful information on parenting, schooling and kid's fun for families in Barcelona and Catalonia.

· Gay & Lesbian Information for Spain (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
Links to gay and lesbian organisations in Spain and in the Catalonia and Barcelona area with information on social groups, gay friendly venues and AIDS support groups for homosexual men and women.

· Getting Married in Spain (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
The Spanish marriage process can seem long and drawn out, complicated and confusing to foreigners. Here, we explain all you need to know about having your wedding in Barcelona or the Costas Dorada.

· Living with Teenagers in Spain (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living in Barcelona)
Information the Spanish facilities available for out-of-school activities for young people and teens. This includes details on holiday jobs, volunteer work and exchange programmes. Also information on teenagers and drugs, alcohol, pregnancy and driving.

· Lost & Stolen Credit Cards & Mobile/Cellular Phones in Spain (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
What to do and where to call if you credit cards or telephones are lost or stolen in Barcelona in Spain.

· Organisations in Spain (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Information directly from the European Union. Factsheets include contact information on employment services in Spain, taxes in Spain, education and the recognition of diplomas in Spain and the government of Spain.

· Overseas Voting: Canada, New Zealand, Ireland, South Africa (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
Information about casting a ballot in elections in Canada, New Zealand, Ireland and South Africa. Details on who is eligible, how to register and where to vote, including links to electoral commissions.

· Pet Threats and Animal Dangers in Spain (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Insects, snakes and ticks may threaten the health of dogs living in Barcelona and the Catalonian region. Find out about the dangers of processionary caterpillars, leishmaniasis, ticks and snakes, how to recognise the threat and what to do about it.

· Pet Travel and Moving with Animals to Spain (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Information on the Pet Travel Scheme (PETS), the European Pet Passport and travelling with your pet to or from Spain. Information includes moving pets to or from the UK and Ireland, the USA and Canada and other EU and non-EU countries.

· Pets & Animals Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Anything to do with animals in Barcelona and the provinces of Catalonia - whether pets or wildlife - can be discussed here.

· Public Holidays in Spain (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
All the days when shops and schools are closed and nobody works in Spain, Catalonia or Barcelona, with links to holidays in the UK and US.

· Same-Sex Marriage in Spain (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
Recently passed laws allow same-sex couples the same marriage, legal, adoption and inheritance rights as those afforded to couples in traditional union. This INFOrmation page explains the recent ruling and how to have a gay wedding in Spain.

· Smokers & Smoking in Spain (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
Information on the law of January 2006 concerning smoking in public places: who it affects and where it impacts.

· Spanish Administrative Offices & Town Halls (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Contact information for the various national administrative ofices of Spain and for the Town Halls of the Catalonia provinces of Tarragona, Barcelona, Girona and Lleida.

· Supplementary Pensions in Spain (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living in Barcelona)
An overview of the pensions and taxation in Spain, and the role of the supplementary pension for both retirees to Spain and those who have retired from 15 years or more employment in Spain.

· Support Groups in Barcelona (The AngloFILE: Support Groups)
Support groups and meetings for NA (Narcotics Anonymous) drug aid support, cancer support meetings, AIDS, women's groups, support for the elderly and more. See this page for contact information.

· The AngloINFO Newsroom (The AngloFILE: News & Weather)
The latest European and World news. Also Technology, Business, Sport and Entertainment news.

· Voting in Spain (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
If you're an EU citizen you may vote in the European Elections; and if you are resident in Spain you are eligible to vote (and even stand as a candidate) in Spanish local elections. Find out how and where to register and how and where to vote.

· Voting in the Australian Federal Elections (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the Australian Federal Election.

· Voting in the United Kingdom General Elections, from Spain (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
Everything the expatriate UK citizen needs to know about voting in the General Elections - the key facts and contact details are all here.

· Voting in the US Presidential Elections (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the US Presidential election.

· Weather in Barcelona (The AngloFILE: News & Weather)
Today's weather in your area, with an extended forecast to help you plan ahead. The service includes high and low temperatures, wind forecast, humidity and likelihood of rain or other weather conditions.

· What's On - Across Barcelona (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Barcelona)
AngloINFO Barcelona's comprehensive English-language guide to What's On throughout the city of Barcelona Catalonia and the surrounding region, with events, music, sport and more…

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Computers & Telecoms

· AngloINFO Anywhere (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Specially designed for iPhones, SmartPhones and PDAs, you can have key elements of AngloINFO literally in the palm of your hand. Wherever you are, you can find the local INFOrmation you need most.

· AngloINFO Classifieds & Discussions (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The place for you to buy and sell, find employment or a new car, ask and answer questions, and exchange useful, local information with other members of AngloINFO.

· AngloINFO Postcards (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Send digital AngloINFO Postcards for free! These Web-based greetings cards of the Catalonia region are ideal for all occasions - and you can send them to anyone with an e-mail address.

· AngloINFO Update (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
AngloINFO's weekly e-Mailed newsletter - sign up now!

· Classified Advertisements (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Do you have something to buy or sell? Are you offering or looking for property and real estate? Or seeking staff, or a job? AngloINFO's Classified Advertisements offer you two great options.

· INFOrmation Pages Index (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The alphabetical list of AngloINFO's INFOrmation pages - the essential facts about life in and around Catalonia.

· Linking to AngloINFO (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
How to get us on to your site - for free. Linking code, logos, and even a search box you can build into your website or blog.

· Technology News (The AngloFILE: Computers & Telecoms)
The latest Internet and Information Technology news stories, available from AngloINFO's Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· Telefonica, Telephones & Internet in Spain (The AngloFILE: Computers & Telecoms)
Information about landline telephone, mobile phone and Internet options for private, domestic or business use in Spain as provided by national telecommunications supplier, Telefonica. Information also about WiMax wireless broadband Internet service.

· The AngloFILE Business Directory (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The AngloFILE is AngloINFO's comprehensive directory of businesses and services available, in English, throughout the region. Browse through the various Categories and Sub-Categories until you find what you want, or try out the powerful search facility.

· What's New on AngloINFO (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
What's new on AngloINFO - where we list the recent additions to the site.

· WiFi Hotspots in Catalonia (The AngloFILE: Computers & Telecoms)
How to find a public-access wireless Internet (802.11) hotspot in Barcelona or the Costa Dorada, elsewhere in Spain or throughout the world.

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Education & Training

· Bookshop: Language (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
Spanish language guides and phrase books from the AngloINFO Bookshop - order online.

· Recognition of Diplomas in Spain (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
Information directly from the European Union. Factsheets include information on the general system of recognition, along with information for the: paramedical professions, teachers, engineers, Lawyers, doctors, dentists, midwives and vets.

· School Holidays in Spain (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
A calendar of the school terms in the provinces of Catalonia: all the dates when the state schools of Barcelona close for vacation.

· Schooling in Spain (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
Comprehensive information on the Spanish school system and the basics of education in Spain. Information on the levels, the school year, catchment areas and getting your child admitted to school, pre-primary, primary, secondary and tertiary education.

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Entertainment & Arts

· AngloINFO Bookshop (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Carefully selected titles for the Barcelona reader, with access to all of Amazon.co.uk's stock and its secure ordering system.

· English Language Media (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
A world of information, both local and global - in English. The local and international English-language print and broadcast media that is available to you if you live in Barcelona or the provinces of Catalonia.

· English-Language Cinema (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Information on the cinemas in Barcelona where films are shown in English. And links to listings websites to find out what's showing in Barcelona.

· English-Language Movies Today (The AngloFILE: Movies, Cinemas & Films)
This week's movie schedule for films showing locally at the cinema, in English, throughout the Barcelona region. Updated weekly on Fridays.

· Entertainment Discussion (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The place to talk about the world of entertainment with fellow residents of Barcelona and Catalonia.

· Entertainment News (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The latest entertainment news from around the world, available online from AngloINFO.

· Festivals and Events in Barcelona (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Barcelona has a full calendar of festivals throughout the year. Here you will find information and a description of the events with links to their websites where available.

· Literature (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The top titles set in and around Catalonia, from the AngloINFO Bookshop - order online!

· Online Games (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Play against other AngloINFO members with our online games - can you make the Hall of Fame?

· Television in Spain (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Spain uses the PAL television standard (as does most of western Europe) but be aware if you are bringing a television from a non-PAL country it may not receive signal for Spanish TV programming.

· The Spanish Lottery (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
There are several weekly and annual lottery draws in Spain. Here you will find information and links on the games and the draws.

· Visiting Museums & Monuments in Barcelona (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Art, archeology, history, sports and architecture... Find out how to make the most of the museums using discount tickets and vouchers.

· What's On: Art (The AngloFILE: Galleries, Art Exhibitions & Sales)
Forthcoming Art events and exhibitions in and around Barcelona and Catalonia, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Classial Music & Opera (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming classical music events in and around Barcelona, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Jazz (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming Jazz events in and around Catalonia, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Live Music (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Concert Venues)
Forthcoming live music events in and around Catalonia, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

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Financial & Legal

· Banking & Finance Terms: Glossary of Spanish Words (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Understanding the terminology in the bank, on your chequebook or bank statement and when using the ATM: a useful glossary of Spanish banking words and phrases.

· Banking in Spain (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Retail banking in Spain: information on where and how to open a personal bank account, how to fill in a Spanish check, understanding a bank statement, using cash and debit cards and other useful facts about managing your money in Spain.

· Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate in Spain (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on the taxes due in the event of a gain on the sale of a property in Spain: the rates that will apply, as well as information on circumstance for reliefs or allowances. This information is relevant for both Spanish residents and non-residents.

· Exchange Rates (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Real-time currency conversion between the world's currencies - here at AngloINFO.

· Financial & Legal Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
This is the place to ask questions and share information on banking, tax, mortgages, visas and other matters relating to law and money.

· Foreign Exchange & Property Purchase in Spain (The AngloFILE: Foreign Exchange & Currency Transfer)
Information on how best to make your money work for you when buying overseas property in a foreign currency: how market fluctuations can affect the price you pay, and how to protect your finances during the currency transfer.

· Foreign Exchange Options (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
A guide to how the money markets works with information on various currency transfer options available if you need to exchange US Dollars, Pound Sterling, or any other currency for Euros - whether in a single transfer or on a regular basis.

· Fraud in the Financial Sector in Spain (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Official Spanish bodies have issued warnings about illegal, fly-by-night operators. They warn that if an investment opportunity seems too good to be true, it probably is. Here is information on what and how to check to avoid being a victim of fraud.

· Glossary of Foreign Exchange Terminology (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Jargon guide to the various terms used in currency conversion market; the meaning of terms such as: Stop loss order, Rollover, Floating exchange rate. If you don't understand your bank or broker, perhaps the answer is here.

· Home & Household Insurance in Spain (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on buildings and contents insurance for a house or second, holiday home in Spain: the legal obligations of a homeowner, and what options of cover they may expect for their property.

· Inheritance Tax in Spain (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on inheritance tax (ISD) in Spain: what it is, when it's payable, which heirs must pay, whether nationality is taken into account, how to calculate what's due and how to defer payment.

· Life Insurance in Spain (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on the types of life insurance available in Spain and how the policies protect the insured, either for a fixed period of protection of for the whole of their life. Also information for beneficiaries on making a claim.

· Spanish State Pensions for Foreigners (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
An introduction to pension entitlement for foreigners living in Spain. Information on who has the right to claim a Spanish pension, how the rules differ for foreigners from various EU and compliant countries, claiming and how pensions are calculated.

· Spanish Tax & Taxation in Spain (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on the various taxes payable in Spain (whether by residents or non-residents): wealth tax, inheritance and gift tax, along with their rates and any exemptions or reductions that may apply.

· Spanish Tax Reforms 2007 (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on changes to the Spanish tax system in 2007: the new Income Tax Act and the Tax Fraud Prevention Act of 2007 and the impact they have on non-resident foreigners looking to buy property in Spain.

· Wills & Inheritance in Spain (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Key information to understand the various types of Spanish will available, and how to go about making one. Also an overview of the inheritance implications for a foreigner and their family resident in Spain.

· Wills & Probate in Spain for UK Citizens (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information about wills for UK citizens in Spain: whether a British will is valid or if a Spanish will is necessary; how the estate and will is handled by the notary, gestor or lawyer after death; and when the Escritura of Partition can be drawn up.

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Food & Drink

· Bookshop: Food & Drink (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Selection of cookery books for the wines and foods of Spain from the AngloINFO Bookshop.

· Markets in Barcelona (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Where to find the freshest local produce: find out which days of the week the market comes to the towns and villages of the province of Barcelona. Plus: the arts, crafts and antiques markets of Barcelona city.

· Spanish Food and Cuisine (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
An introduction to the typical Spanish foods, from tapas and paella to the famous Spanish produce including olive oil, chorizo and serrano ham.

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Health, Fitness & Beauty

· E112 Form: Obtaining Medical Treatment in Other EU Countries (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the E112 form for EU residents seeking medical treatment in another EU country. Where to obtain the form, when it's required, how it's different from a European Health Insurance Card and what kind of care is covered.

· European Health Insurance Card (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Launched in June 2004, the EHIC or "Health Card" enables holders to access medical resources when travelling outside of their EU country of residence.

· Flu Pandemics: Swine and Bird flu viruses in Spain (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information from WHO (the World Health Organisation) and the Spanish Ministry of Health on the current state of influenza in the country, and the risk of pandemics.

· Having a Baby in Spain: Pregnancy & Birth (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
The administrative details you need to know if you are giving birth in Spain. Who to contact and what to expect from the system through the pregnancy and the post-natal period: maternity leave, midwives and vaccinations.

· Helplines in Spain (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Who to call if you need advice - or if you are in a position to offer help - in times of personal crisis, drug or alcohol, pregnancy crisis or if you need the Red Cross. With a helpful glossary to Spanish words the may be needed in an emergency.

· Medical Terminology Glossary (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Comprehensive list of English terms for everything from parts of the body to common sicknesses, aches and ailments - and their Spanish equivalents. Also a dictionary of terminology for a visit to the dentist.

· Notes for the Disabled in Barcelona (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Overview of where to go and what to do if you are mobility, sight or hearing impaired - a wheelchair or cane user - and living in or visiting the Catalonia provinces or Barcelona. Information on the Spanish organisations and facilities.

· Social Security & Health Benefits in Spain (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the Spanish national health care - Seguridad Social - with details on who benefits and where and how to register with the authorities and what contributions and benefits to expect.

· Social Security in Spain (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information directly from the European Union. Information includes factsheets on Management & Registration, Social Security & Benefit Organisations, Personal Contributions, Unemployment Benefits and Sickness & Maternity Leave.

· Termination of Pregnancy/Abortion in Spain (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on who to contact and how to proceed in the event of an unwanted pregnancy. Also information on family planning clinics.

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House & Home Improvements

· Domestic Electricity in Spain (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Information on the domestic power available and for appliances in Spain.

· Emergency Numbers: Utilities in Catalonia (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Problems with your telephone, water or electricity or gas? See this page of contact numbers for fault reporting and customer service in Barcelona, Catalonia.

· English-Spanish Building Jargon Guide (The AngloFILE: Building & Renovation)
Know the English, need the Spanish word? Here is a guide to some handy terminology and words used in context with building, DIY, home renovation and property in Spain.

· Guide to Building Construction in Spain (The AngloFILE: Building & Renovation)
The process of applying for building permission for a rural or urban, new-build or renovation building project in Spain and Barcelona. Information on what you need, where to go and how to proceed with your building project.

· Home & Garden Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
This is the place to ask questions and share information on anything to do with your house, renovations, building projects, swimming pools, furniture and interior design ideas.

· Leaving Spain & Moving On (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Information on what to do when moving from Spain; including notifying schools and residency officials, closing bank accounts, ending contracts for utilities and insurance, exporting cars and moving pets.

· Moving House in Spain (The AngloFILE: Removals, Transport & Storage)
A reminder of the organisations, utility and service providers and other companies you may need to contact if you are moving house in Spain - whether moving to another province, a different "Town Hall" or just around the corner.

· Services - Electricity, Gas, Water & Telephone - in Spain (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Moving in? Information on the essential services in Spain and how to get them connected to your home or office in Barcelona, Catalonia. Who to call and what paperwork to have handy in order to get your telephone and Internet, electricity, water and gas.

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Property & Real Estate

· Accommodation Wanted Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Looking for a house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· NIE Number in Spain: Numero de Identificacion de Extranjero (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
All foreigners living and ecconomically active in Spain require an NIE Foreigner's tax identification number. Here you will find out why this number is necessary - to open a bank account, buy a house and more - where to go and how to make the applicatio

· Property For Rent Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Looking to rent out your house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Property For Sale Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Looking to sell your house, flat, villa or apartment? Post your message in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Property Purchase Transaction - How to Buy a House in Spain (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Spanish real estate is a complex area, so before you get in contact with local realtors or real estate agents who have property for sale in Barcelona you may find it helpful to get to grips with what's involved in purchasing property in Spain.

· Renting a House or Apartment in Spain (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
The facts you need to know about renting a house or apartment in Spain: the contract, the deposit, the lease and the legal obligations of the landlord and the tennant.

· Spanish-English Property Jargon Guide (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
When searching the property classifieds for a house or apartment to buy or rent, some terms may be unfamiliar - here are English translations of the key Spanish real estate words and phrases.

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Shopping & Style

· Bring & Buy (Or Sell...) (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
FREE classified ads for Barcelona and the Costa Dorada - got something spare or something you want? Tell everyone here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Furniture, Hardware & Appliance Shopping (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
Spanish chain stores that supply the basic furniture, home furnishings (curtains, carpets, cushions) white goods and electrical appliances (fridges, stoves, kettles, washing machines, tumble dryers, dishwashers, TVs and computers) and DIY for the home.

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Sport & Leisure

· Golf in Spain (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information for the golfer on golfing in Spain: the Spanish clubs, facilities and golf organisations. With information on the golf licence and transferring a handicap.

· Sea & Freshwater Fishing in Catalonia, Spain (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on fishing licences - the permit required to fish off the Catalonia coastline or in the fresh waters of the region and information on finding out about the fishing areas.

· Skiing in the Spanish Pyrenees (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on the ski-resorts and facilities of Spain - mostly found in the northern Catalonia provinces and the neighbouring Principality of Andorra. Where to go to downhill ski, snowboard, snowshoe or even heliski.

· Sport & Leisure Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
The place to talk about the world of sports, games, exercise and leisure activities.

· Sports News (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
The latest sports news from around the world, courtesy of The AngloINFO Newsroom - from cricket and (various kinds of) football to motor racing and athletics.

· The Great Outdoors: Hiking, Biking & Climbing in Catalonia (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on the nature reserves of the Catalonia provinces and on hiking and mountaineering, mountain biking and other outdoor activities in the area.

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Travel & Tourism

· Airport Hand Baggage Security Rules (The AngloFILE: Airlines, Scheduled Flights & Charter)
Since 2006 airport security rules have been tightened with regard to passengers' handbaggage and items (liquids and electronic equipment) that may be taken onboard. See this page for the current restrictions on flights in the EU, UK, US, and more.

· Barcelona Airport Contacts (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
How to get in touch with Barcelona Airport and Girona Costa-Brava Airport. With up-to-the minute flight information links to bus, taxi, lost property and airport information.

· Bus Services in Barcelona, Catalonia (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Details and contact information on the regional and city bus transport systems of Catalonia provinces Barcelona, Tarragona, Girona and Lleida.

· Catalonia & Barcelona Maps (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Access to interactive maps of the region that let you get right down to the level of individual street addresses!

· Holiday Accommodation in Spain (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Going on holiday to Barcelona or the Costa Dorada? Vacationing in Catalonia? Find the right place to stay: self-catering accommodation, bed and breakfast, casas rurales, pensions, cottages, budget hotels or backpacker hostels.

· Local Tourism Notes (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Information and links for tourists to Barcelona city and the Costa Dorada, with details on on accommodation, flights and airports, beaches, tourist services and must-see sights along the coast.

· Trains, Trams & Railways in Barcelona, Catalonia (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Route maps and booking information for the RENFE national rail service, FGV regional trains and trams and the urban train network: to help you find your way around the Catalonia region of Spain.

· Travel Guides - Barcelona (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
The information you need when planning a visit to the provinces and coast of Catalonia: Costa Dorada, Barcelona and Tarragona - from anywhere in the world - or from within Spain itself.

· Travel Guides - Spain (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Printed guides to the country in the AngloINFO Bookshop - buy online!

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Yachts & Yachting

· Sailing & Boating in Barcelona & Catalonia (The AngloFILE: Yachts & Yachting)
Information on the rules on boat licences and sailing permits, the sea safety recommendations, maritime weather and more, with details of the ports and harbours and links to local sailing associations.

· Yachting News (The AngloFILE: Yachts & Yachting)
The latest happenings in the world of yachting, from AngloINFO's Newsroom.