Bars Restaurants and Businesses for sale on the Costa del Sol, Spain

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FAQs

I am allowed to live and work in Spain Full Time?
If you are native of an EU country, such as the United Kingdom, you are able to live and work in Spain and you do not require any permit of permissions to do so. If you do not come from an EU country, such as United States, you can still move and buy a business, but you will need a work permit to enable you to earn money and work in your business.

What experience to I need?
It depends on the business that you wish to purchase. If you were to buy a garage, then it would be necessary to have experience in such a field. However, if you are looking to buy a Bar, Shop or a more general business, then experience is not necessary. The most important qualification is a general business is common sense and to be prepared to work hard to achieve your goals. Most of our clients who purchase a bar in Spain have little or no experience in any business and have been previously employed but want to be their own boss.

Do I need to speak Spanish?
Of course, when you live in a foreign country it is always an advantage to speak the language. On the Costa del Sol, English is used by many people and there are people who have lived here for 20 years successfully without ever speaking a work of Spanish. You will find that all of the suppliers for your business will employ staff who speak English, so you will find that speaking Spanish is not necessary. Spanish Bars can help and advise in Spanish classes where after a 6 week course, you will have a good understanding of basic Spanish.

Where am I going to live?
When you buy a business in Spain, we always suggest that you rent a home in a close proximity to your business. Spanish Bars can assist in finding you good quality and sensibly priced long term rental accommodation. We can find you an Apartment, Townhouse or a Villa. This is all part of the service that we offer you and we will work hard to ensure that are given a good choice of homes to look at and that you are happy with the home you find.

What about Removals to Spain?
There are many companies offering a reliable removal service to Spain and Spanish Bars can help with this. Some companies offer ‘part container shipment’ where you can rent a smaller space on a container if you do not have a huge quantity to contents and furniture to move – this is ideal if you are not bringing your own furniture, but want to bring your possessions.

Can I bring my Pets to Spain?
Of course! They are part of the family and will move to Spain with you. You will need to get a pet passport, where your pet has a vaccination and a blood test. After the test, they will be given a ‘pet passport’ and can travel anywhere in the EU. Contact your local vet to get more info on this and remember that you should have the vaccination done about six weeks before you intend bringing your pet to Spain.

Can I bring my Car to Spain?
You can bring your car to Spain and there are a few options on travelling to Spain by Ferry or Channel Tunnel – speak to Spanish Bars for information on this. You can drive your car legally in Spain, but need to make sure that you have a ‘green card’ on your insurance. The green card on your insurance usually only lasts for a limited time, however there are companies in Spain where you can insure your non Spanish registered card on a permanent green card, so you can drive your car in Spain. When you drive in Spain, always make sure that you have your drivers license, insurance and car registration documents with you as this is the law in Spain.

Is my UK Drivers License valid?
Yes, your UK license (if it is a photo card license and not the old paper type) is an EU drivers license and you can use this to legally drive in Spain.

What about my Electrical Appliances?
Any UK appliances that you bring to Spain will work as the voltage is 220v. You will find that your UK TV will not work as Spain unless it has a ‘change country’ facility on the menu. Spain works on a different TV system to the UK. If you are hoping to bring appliances from the USA, these will not work as they are 110v. Your domestic telephone will not work, so you will need to buy a new phone.

What about Mobile Telephones?
There are many mobile telephone companies in Spain competing for your business and you have a choice of pay as you go or contract phones. If you are bringing your mobile phone from another country to use with your new Spanish sim card, you will need to make sure that it is unlocked.

Can I receive my Pension in Spain?
Yes, you can arrange to have this sent to your Spanish Bank account. You also have the option to use a money exchange company to offer you a better exchange rate, which can be booked and fixed for up to 12 months. Please ask Spanish Bars for more details on this.

What are the working hours in Spain?
Spanish working hours are, in general 9am to 2pm with a ‘siesta’ between 2pm and 5pm. The Spanish then work from 5pm until around 9pm. You find now, especially with younger generations, that many Spanish people have adopted a 10am until 6pm mentality and this is what the British and other foreign residents tend to work. You will find that most stores are now open all day and only the smaller Spanish businesses will close for siesta.

Will I make any money in Spain?
There are many successful foreign business owners in Spain and on the Costa del Sol. The bottom line is that if you buy the right business in the right location and operate it with the correct level of commitment and common sense; you will make a good living in Spain. People who buy bars in Spain do not become millionaires by doing so, but they do have a good standard of living in a fantastic environment, which is great for family life and well-being.

How do I decide what Business to buy?
This is primarily your decision. You should have an idea of what you can do or would like to do and with this in mind; you can then make an informed decision on what business you want to buy. Spanish Commercials will only sell a business to a client where it fits their criteria, budget and whilst we cannot guarantee your level of success, we always steer our client towards businesses that we genuinely believe will offer them success. That is why many clients find us through recommendation alone!

How can I pay my deposit to reserve my chosen business?
Spanish Bars offers you secure methods of payment to protect your interests. We accept all major credit cards and will accept client reservation deposits by bank transfer. You should always hear alarm bells when an agent asks you for cash!

I have decided that I want to move to Spain and buy a business, what should I do now?
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