Useful Advice And Top Tips On Working In Spain
Useful Advice And Top Tips On Working In Spain
Fuelled by the influx of tourists and the resultant boom in Spanish property prices, more and more foreigners are moving to and working in Spain. Unlike in the past when Spain was just a temporary holiday destination for tourists, the number of immigrants working in Spain has risen in leaps and bounds in the last five years.
There are several reasons why working in Spain has become such an attractive option. For many, the lure of buying relatively inexpensive Spanish property and living in the beautiful country sets them to look for suitable employment and business opportunities. For many others, it is the prospect of a much more relaxed and stress-free working environment in Spain that draws them, despite the fact that working in Spain will not be as highly paid as in many other European countries.
However, many of the other perks that come with working in this beautiful country more than make up for a few lost pounds or Euros! There is no shortage of job opportunities for foreigners with the right kind of skills and experience.
Broadly, there are two options for working in Spain: either find a suitable employer or start a business and be self-employed. The latter option is particularly appealing to a lot of migrants from other European countries; rough estimates indicate that almost one-tenth of new enterprises starting up in Spain are set up by foreigners.
Considering the popularity of Spain as a tourist hotspot, it is not surprising that a number of jobs are available in the tourism & hospitality sector, particularly in the coastal regions. Moreover, as the Spanish property sector continues to grow, the construction industry also offers several options for working in Spain.
There is a strong demand for bi-lingual professionals in various sectors, as well as for teachers. Those with experience in housekeeping and other domestic services are also much sought-after, to serve both wealthy locals as well as foreigners who are retiring to Spain having bought Spanish property.
Spain provides a congenial environment that welcomes foreigners from anywhere in the world and provides them with opportunities for working, and integrating into society. As in any country, foreign nationals desirous of working in Spain must follow some simple legal procedures.
While citizens of EU member countries are free to work in Spain without a work permit, non-EU residents are required to obtain the necessary work permit. Also, before starting work, prospective employees are advised to get formal contracts drawn up which clearly stipulate the terms of the employment. Even though initially a new employee may be given a short term permit to work in Spain, the employer is obliged subsequently to provide a long term contract (subject to conditions, of course.
Typically, if you are working for a company, they will arrange for all the relevant paperwork to be completed; however, if you intend to be self employed, then you are advised to obtain the services of a ‘Gestor’ who will guide you through the requirements of working in Spain in your chosen field. The majority of UK nationals who migrate to Spain seem to start their own business. The local Town Hall issues the necessary permit for working as a self-employed professional in Spain.
As in the UK, employment in Spain generates taxes. Employers are expected to deduct social security from monthly wages. When operating a business, the government expects you to pay the VAT (known as IVA in Spain), though there are certain minimum requirements for your business before you attract the attention of the VAT inspector.
One of the benefits of working in Spain and paying your social security is that you will be entitled to free medical facilities which are first class and comparable to, if not better than, those in the UK.
Dennis Collins, an eternal student and freelance writer, has lived and travelled abroad for 30 years and frequently writes on a variety of interesting and wide ranging issues. Find out more about working and purchasing a Javea Property in the sun today.
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Tips and Advice to Setup Your Own Travel Business at no very low cost
Tips and Advice to Setup Your Own Travel Business at no very low cost
Since last year, I have heard of several people making good money working in the travel industry as a home based online travel agent. The good news is that you can, too. In fact it’s easy! These people have done it honestly, legally and ethically with the proper guidance of knowing all the details in this new online career. Once you know the basic steps then you can start making real money.
There are two options to start with and those are; either to be a part timer in the first 3 months, giving you time to become more acquainted with the business flow of being an online travel agent from actual transactions and later dedicating yourself full time to your new career.
Then, there are those that start straight away as full timers and are now successfully supporting themselves and their loved ones. The fun part is that they started seeing the world together with their family, something that may have been just a dream when they were still in those clerical jobs. Their often find that their entire lifestyle has dramatically changed in just a short period of time.
In definition, a home-based online travel agent markets travel products offered by travel companies and suppliers that has a vast inventory of vacation package deals. The position is often referred to as “independent sales representatives.” “Independent” due to the fact that you are not working inside an office space of a travel company whose products you represent.
As an independent travel agent, you may deal directly with a travel supplier or through a middleman (host agency). Because you are not an employee from any of them, you are not on their payroll list or have employee benefits.
The bottom line here is that you make your own money and get paid through commissions on whatever travel products that you can sell and there is no limit to the income you want to generate from your own time table (weekly or monthly sales). These is achieved by negotiating your own commission level or get the best offered commission package from either the host agency or the travel supplier of your choice. Earning capacity is generally unlimited from commissions and it will steadily increase as you grow your network.
To gauge your success as an online travel agent is easy! When you sell more, you earn more, sell less and you earn less.
Important advice here is that when you are independent and on your own, remember that you should never be completely alone and do all of the work with no support. There are travel suppliers who offer great packages for independent travel agents that are all automated and can mean easier work for you, giving you more time to focus on expanding your client listings. Remember that you must constantly work with others who have all the resources that will help provide the best service to your clients. To have a good understanding of what I am saying here, check out this travel supplier, http://www.personaltravelgroup.com. and you will see the difference!
Personal Travel Group offer full professional support to all of their agents and their motto is “We do the work – you make the money!” You don’t need qualifications and they pay out 70% of the available commission! It’s the best one I’ve seen – check it out for yourself…
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The author is affiliated with Personal Travel Group, one of the fastest growing home business travel career in the market today. It is primarily an agency for holiday accommodation, but also includes other travel elements needed to make great holidays. It is serviced by Pro Travel Solutions® international call centres and travel agencies using the Personal Travel Group GDS (Global Distribution System). For more information visit their site: http://www.personaltravelgroup.com
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