Andalusia’s centre-left wing party was ousted from power last December after 37 years in control. With the turn of tide, the new centre-right wing ruling coalition agreed in Seville to abolish inheritance tax in Andalusia.

1. Attain a NIE number A NIE number is a tax identification number for foreigners which identifies you before the Spanish Tax Office and allows you to file and pay taxes in Spain. For more details on how to get a NIE number, see our guide explaining all about the NIE Number. 2.

What is a NIE number? This will be one of the first questions you will be asking yourself when you move over to Spain.