British Expats - Search Results

Go Back  British Expats > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

 
Search: Posts Made By: Ecco
Showing results 1 to 25 of 30
Search took 0.04 seconds.
Forum: Spain
Nov 10th 2015, 4:45 pm
Replies: 87
Views: 7,719
Posted By Ecco

Re: Move to Spain 2016????

And the other good news is that you'll be able to fly there in your car :p
Forum: Spain
Nov 10th 2015, 2:47 pm
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

Just out of interest do you press the Charge in Euros or Charge in Pound Sterling button. As they seem to ask that during every transaction.

I read you should always chose the charge in Euros...
Forum: Spain
Nov 10th 2015, 11:15 am
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

Thanks. But I am also looking at an alternative to having to pay at least a 3% commission charge + loading fee on any cash withdrawals ( so debit card needed).
Forum: Spain
Nov 9th 2015, 8:50 pm
Replies: 87
Views: 7,719
Posted By Ecco

Re: Move to Spain 2016????

I don't mean to join the 'go for it camp'............well actually I do :thumbsup:

But anyway..........obviously you're right to consider your daughter and you must know her better than anyone....
Forum: Spain
Nov 8th 2015, 5:23 pm
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

Just a quick check. Whilst on a wander today I walked past a couple of Santander banks though the atm outside actually had Telebanco on it.

Is it the same when you use the santander atm's?
Forum: Spain
Nov 8th 2015, 8:53 am
Replies: 87
Views: 7,719
Posted By Ecco

Re: Move to Spain 2016????

Hi. Just out of interest. What were the other main factors that have put you off moving? And are they things that are likely to get better in a few years?

Gracias.
Forum: Spain
Nov 8th 2015, 8:44 am
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

I went into a Bankia bank just to ask about an account.

They basically told me I can open a cuenta corriente (current account) with just my passport.

Costs 12 euros a quarter = 48 euros. With a...
Forum: Spain
Nov 7th 2015, 11:33 pm
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

Well that's good to know. I take it you've done this recently.

I wonder if it's the same for a 'Standard' Santander account (i.e.- not a paid one like 123).

As a side note I think Santander are...
Forum: Spain
Nov 6th 2015, 12:32 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 5,698
Posted By Ecco

Re: Getting Internet in Spain

Hi. I've heard that the 'utility companies' can be a bit 'dodgy'. So that sounds like a good idea.

But how would it work? Say for example if they take money out by direct debit (automatically)...
Forum: Spain
Nov 6th 2015, 10:05 am
Replies: 18
Views: 5,698
Posted By Ecco

Re: Getting Internet in Spain

Thanks for the input. But I'll be renting a flat for a year - so I'm not sure if that's the best option or not. I don't really know how it works - like how much the data costs.

I avoid using my UK...
Forum: Spain
Nov 6th 2015, 9:28 am
Replies: 87
Views: 7,719
Posted By Ecco

Re: Move to Spain 2016????

Wow! I completely forgot it was "Guy Fawkes Night" :ohmy:.

When you're abroad it's kind of like your home Country doesn't exist unless you want it to (i.e. - you call home or go looking for news...
Forum: Spain
Nov 6th 2015, 8:10 am
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

I'll have to look into that, as I've never used a money transfer service before so unsure of how it works. Though of course my account is in £ sterling not $ dollars.
Forum: Spain
Nov 6th 2015, 8:08 am
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

Hi. I'm not so sure about that.

When I tried researching this the other day I found an article that stated Santander are one of the most expensive. I could use a UK Santander card, but have...
Forum: Spain
Nov 5th 2015, 8:38 pm
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

I guess I could actually pay rent, bills, internet on-line, so it could work-out.

Do you ever transfer non euro money into your account? I'm just wondering how that would work with conversion...
Forum: Spain
Nov 5th 2015, 7:26 pm
Replies: 87
Views: 7,719
Posted By Ecco

Re: Move to Spain 2016????

I'm in the process of doing something similar for another family member. As it's got to ground-hog day point where nothing has changed for 3 years and isn't ever likely too. So I'm thinking that a...
Forum: Spain
Nov 5th 2015, 6:20 pm
Replies: 40
Views: 3,131
Posted By Ecco

Re: Non Resident Bank Accounts help!!?

I was only just talking about this a couple of hours ago.

I was enquiring about a free account here in Spain that I can open with just my passport as ID. I was told that I'd need a NIE (not by the...
Forum: Spain
Nov 5th 2015, 2:34 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 5,698
Posted By Ecco

Re: Getting Internet in Spain

Thanks for the input everyone.

Well the speed isn't the main concern - I've found a "1mb" connection to be fine in England - though it's actually been slower (probably due to the wiring and the...
Forum: Spain
Nov 4th 2015, 11:13 am
Replies: 18
Views: 5,698
Posted By Ecco

Re: Getting Internet in Spain

Ah, I just realised there's another issue. I'll need a spanish bank account right? I take it you can't pay by visa/debit online from a UK bank?
Forum: Spain
Nov 4th 2015, 10:44 am
Replies: 18
Views: 5,698
Posted By Ecco

Re: Getting Internet in Spain

Hi. Thanks for the responses.

I won't be in the sticks so a signal shouldn't be a problem. But yeah - as in the UK - the phone lines and whether it's set up for cable might be. I prefer unlimited...
Forum: Spain
Nov 4th 2015, 9:13 am
Replies: 18
Views: 5,698
Posted By Ecco

Re: Getting Internet in Spain

In Malaga.

I don't NEED a phone line as such as I use a mobile - but heard it might be necessary - as it often is in the UK if you're not in a cable area or whatever.
Forum: Spain
Nov 4th 2015, 8:57 am
Replies: 18
Views: 5,698
Posted By Ecco

Getting Internet in Spain

Hola. So I'm planning to rent a flat in Southern Spain on a years contract. But the place doesn't have internet.

Can anyone recommened any companies that provide internet there? (without any...
Forum: Job Offers
Oct 27th 2013, 9:25 pm
Replies: 1
Views: 1,267
Posted By Ecco

Re: Open English Teaching Jobs

"4 years of Bachelor’s degree"???
Forum: Middle East
Oct 27th 2013, 8:53 pm
Replies: 74
Views: 8,816
Posted By Ecco

Re: Funds on arrival for first month HELP

Can you buy smart clothes there and how about the prices compared to the UK - remember we have Primark here which is dirt cheap.
Just wondering if I should use my luggage allowance on things other...
Forum: The Sand Pit
Oct 27th 2013, 8:50 pm
Replies: 144
Views: 10,144
Posted By Ecco

Re: Do you actually LIKE the Middle East?

How does that work then?




I know, I've been to London. :thumbdown:
Forum: The Sand Pit
Oct 27th 2013, 12:36 am
Replies: 144
Views: 10,144
Posted By Ecco

Re: Do you actually LIKE the Middle East?

Oh dear. But what if it's for less than a year?

I'm feeling pressured purely because of my terrible financial situation. In all other aspects I'm considering it to be a complete waste of 6-9...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 30
 


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.