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Visas, residency and citizenship, engineered.
- · Digital Nomad Visa
- · Non-Lucrative Visa
- · Entrepreneur Visa
- · Highly Qualified Professional
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The relocation ecosystem for building your life in Spain.
● Upcoming Event →Visas, business, home, schools, community — planned together, not one after another.
Where are you right now?
Still deciding
Is Spain right for you?
Honest answers before you commit — walk through the scenario closest to yours and see the real starting line.
Find your starting pointAlready in motionBuild your Blueprint
Eight questions. Your visa route, your Suites, your timeline — under three minutes.
Start the BlueprintAlready hereJoin The Club
You landed. Now comes the part nobody warns you about — you don't have to do it alone.
Meet The ClubNot sure where to start?
Find your tax situation below.
Your relocation plan doesn't start with your visa — it starts with how your home country taxes you. Find yours.
🇺🇸 United States · 🇪🇷 Eritrea
Your home country still taxes you, no matter where you live.
See the common questions
Will I be taxed twice if I live in Spain?
Not necessarily. The US–Spain Double Taxation Treaty prevents double taxation, but you're still required to file in both countries every year — filing doesn't always mean paying twice.
What is FBAR and does it affect me?
If you hold foreign bank accounts that exceed a certain threshold at any point in the year, you must report them to the US Treasury — a separate filing from your income tax return, with steep penalties if missed.
Can I keep my US accountant?
Yes, and we recommend it. We coordinate your Spanish tax structure with your existing US advisor so both filings stay consistent.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom · 🇨🇦 Canada · 🇮🇪 Ireland · 🇦🇺 Australia
You stop being taxed at home once you're taxed here.
See the common questions
When do I stop being a tax resident at home?
It depends on your country's residence rules (the UK's Statutory Residence Test, for example). It's not automatic — day counts and ties to your home country determine it case by case.
When do I start paying taxes in Spain?
Generally once you exceed 183 days in Spanish territory in a calendar year. The timing of your move can significantly change your first tax year.
Does the treaty protect me automatically?
It exists, but doesn't apply itself — you need to file correctly in both countries and, in some cases, actively claim the exemption. Not doing this is the most common reason people overpay.
🇦🇪 UAE · 🇶🇦 Qatar · 🇧🇭 Bahrain
You're used to paying no tax. This will be a real shift.
See the common questions
Why do I suddenly owe taxes?
Because your tax residence follows your physical residence. There's no personal income tax in the UAE; in Spain, once you exceed 183 days, there is.
Can I structure my income before moving?
In many cases yes — but only if it's planned before you shift your tax residence. Once the move is done, your options shrink fast.
Does my UAE company stay valid if I live in Spain?
It can keep existing, but if you're based in Spain and running it from here, Spanish authorities may treat it as having Spanish tax activity. Review this case by case before you relocate.
What clients say
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I asked Claudia for help with a complex immigration matter. Her guidance was essential to understand the process, the steps and the timing. A true professional — responsible and committed.
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The thesis
Immigration is not relocation.
The most expensive mistake people make when moving to Spain is treating the visa as the plan. A visa gets you in. It doesn't find your home, structure your taxes, enrol your children, or introduce you to a single person.
A successful relocation happens when legal, housing, tax, business and family decisions are made together — not one after another. That is exactly what Claudia Miralles Berna built The Expat Suite to do.
Find your Suite
Five Suites. One plan.
Every relocation is different. Every Suite covers one part of yours — and they work as one system.
The Expat Blueprint™
Not sure where to begin? Start with your Blueprint.
Eight questions. No forms, no legal jargon, no email wall. In under three minutes you'll see your recommended immigration route, the Suites that fit your situation, and a realistic preparation timeline.
- ◆ Personalized visa route
- ◆ Which Suites you'll actually need
- ◆ A realistic timeline in weeks
Question 1 of 8
Where are you moving from?
Client Workspace
One workspace. Zero email chains.
A private, secure workspace — roadmap, tasks, documents, deadlines and partner coordination in one place.
https://thexpatsuite.online
How it works
Six steps to a life in Spain.
- Step 01
Blueprint.
Three minutes. Your route, your Suites, your timeline.
- Step 02
Strategy Session.
One hour with Claudia. The plan becomes real.
- Step 03
Your Suites.
Legal, landing, business, family — whatever your move needs.
- Step 04
Your Workspace.
Every task, document and deadline in one secure place.
- Step 05
The Move.
You arrive with everything already in motion.
- Step 06
The Club.
Because the move ends. The life doesn't.
Step 06 · For those who've already landed
The move ends. The life doesn't.
A recurring cohort for people already living in Spain, run live in a small group. Not another logistics checklist — the part that starts once the boxes are unpacked.
No spam — just the next cohort's schedule.
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The Dip
Naming the month-three slump before it names you.
02
Roots
Building the network and rhythm that make it stick.
Connect on LinkedIn →Meet the founder
"I didn't plan to fall in love with immigration law. It found me."
Claudia Miralles Berna
I trained to become a civil servant in Spain while finishing my law degree. I passed the exam, but there was no permanent post — so I was assigned to extranjería instead. That's where I met immigration law, and the people on the other side of the desk trying to build a life somewhere new.
FAQ
Questions people ask before moving to Spain.
How long does it take to relocate to Spain?
It depends on your route. EU citizens can be registered in 2–4 weeks. A Digital Nomad Visa typically takes 8–12 weeks from preparation to approval; Entrepreneur and Self-employed routes take longer. The Blueprint gives you a realistic estimate for your specific case.
Can I move to Spain and keep my business or job abroad?
Yes — that is what the Digital Nomad Visa was designed for, whether you are employed remotely or own a company abroad. The structure matters: Spanish-sourced income is limited, so it must be set up correctly from day one.
When do I become a Spanish tax resident?
Generally after spending more than 183 days in Spain in a calendar year — but the timing of your move can change your first tax year dramatically. Tax planning belongs in the relocation plan, not after it.
Can my family move to Spain with me?
In almost every route, yes — spouses and children can usually be included in the initial application or join through family reunification. Schools, healthcare and paperwork for the whole family run in parallel through the Family Suite.
Do I need a Spanish immigration lawyer or a relocation company?
Both — working as one team. That is the point of The Expat Suite: legal strategy, relocation logistics and settling-in support, coordinated instead of contracted separately.
Which nationalities do you specialize in?
Clients relocating from the United States, United Kingdom and United Arab Emirates. We coordinate with your existing US, UK or UAE tax and legal counsel end-to-end.
How do I book a consultation with Claudia?
Every consultation is booked through Calendly — no contact forms, no phone tag. Pick a slot that suits your timezone and it is confirmed within minutes.
Ready to build your Spain plan?One session. One hour.
One session. One hour.
One clear picture.
A private clarity session — your route, your timeline, your next step. Booked directly on Calendly. No forms, no brochures.
Book Clarity Session →https://calendly.com/mirallesbernaclaudia/clarity-session