News
What changes in Spanish benefits, paperwork and procedures, explained in plain English and always with the official source.
Spanish pensioners abroad: confirm you are alive
If you receive a Spanish INSS or ISM pension abroad, complete your proof of life check by 30 September 2026. See the accepted methods.
Training in Ceuta and a 75% hiring bonus
SEPE has announced €650,000 for training workers in Ceuta and a 75% hiring bonus. See which part matters to you and where to check it.
Self-employed people in Ceuta and Melilla can qualify for aid
See who can qualify for the self-employed benefit, which contributions are reduced, and what support employers and workers can get in Ceuta and Melilla.
Youth Guarantee training catalogues due in September
SEPE said its Youth Guarantee training catalogues would be ready for September. Read the official announcement and save the page for reference.
Youth Guarantee: free AI course for young entrepreneurs
SEPE has announced a free AI course for starting a business. Fundación INCYDE is offering it to young people registered with Spain's Youth Guarantee scheme.
Gijón’s municipal jobs plan: what to do now
SEPE has announced Gijón/Xixón Futuro, a municipal employment plan for 2026-2027. See what the announcement confirms and where to check it.
Free course for young Garantía Juvenil registrants
The SEPE announced a free Talento Joven course for young people registered with Garantía Juvenil, planned for September 2026. Read the official notice.
Italians aged 70+ can visit Barcelona consulate without an appointment
Italian citizens aged 70+ on Barcelona's AIRE register can apply for one passport or CIE without an appointment if their ID is expired or near expiry.
Italian ID card no longer expires for over-70s
From 30 July 2026, Italian CIE cards issued to people aged 70 or over will not expire, with two ten-year digital exceptions.
SEPE opens emergency benefit for workers hit by forest fires
SEPE announced the PEEE on 31 July 2026 for workers affected by fires from 22 July. Learn who qualifies, how to apply and the four-month limit.
Spain adds 11 conditions to early retirement for disabled workers
Spain has added 11 conditions to disability early retirement. Workers with 45% disability may retire from age 56 under Real Decreto 632/2026.
Government plans reform of the IMV employment incentive
The Ministry of Inclusion announces a reform of the IMV employment incentive to make work the best path to social inclusion.
New rules for artists and technical crew contracts in Spain
BOE publishes Royal Decree 607/2026 regulating special labour relationship for artists and technical staff in performing arts, audiovisual and music sectors. What changes.
Italian Consulate in Barcelona: confirm or cancel your CIE appointment
The Italian Consulate in Barcelona asks people waiting for the new CIE card to confirm their appointment, or cancel it if they cannot attend. Here is what to do.
Italian paper ID card no longer valid for travel
From 3 August Italian paper identity cards cannot be used for travel. Municipalities can issue a provisional document valid for expatriation instead.
SEPE pays unemployment benefit to workers hit by the floods
Royal Decree-Law 5/2026 lets SEPE pay unemployment benefit to workers hit by the February 2026 floods in Andalucía and Extremadura. Here is who qualifies.
Unemployment benefit in 2026: how much you can get
See how much unemployment benefit and subsidy you can get in Spain in 2026. Simple tables show the official SEPE minimums, maximums and rates.
How the reformed Spanish unemployment subsidy works
Since November 2024 the subsidio por desempleo has no waiting month. See the exact amounts, income limit and how long it lasts.
Employment support supplement: get a subsidy and a wage
SEPE's employment support supplement (CAE) lets you get part of your subsidy or benefit while you work. Who qualifies, the amounts, and how to apply.
The Special Unemployment Benefit for Artists in Spain
Understand Spain's special unemployment benefit for artists. Learn about its unique requirements, how it differs from standard benefits, and how to apply through SEPE.
The RED mechanism: how Spain protects jobs during sector crises
What the RED mechanism is, who gets paid, how much, and how it differs from a normal ERTE. Facts from the official SEPE page.
Follow our news on Google
Set Ayuda Trámites as a preferred source and our news will show up more often in your Google results.
Add as preferred sourceSpotted something incorrect? Email us at info@ayudatramites.es.


