Barcelona Blog - Teaching English and Life in Barcelona

Ryan Osborne • March, 07 2022

Accredited TEFL course or Auxiliar de Conversación: Which One Should I Choose?

For those looking to make that giant leap and move abroad to study English, there are so many dilemmas. Probably one of the biggest is what type of course to enroll in. If you’re in this boat, chances are you’re caught in the middle of deciding whet...

Ryan Osborne • January, 17 2022

Can I study in Spain after Brexit?

Brexit has had a seismic impact on many people within the UK, none more so than those with aspirations to work or study abroad. As of 1st January 2021, UK citizens can only stay in Spain for 90 out of every 180 days without a visa. And while Brexit ...

Ryan Osborne • December, 13 2021

How TEFL can adapt to China regulations

Being a TEFL teacher means you’re always at the mercy of governments around the world, who may decide to pull the plug at any given time. For those teaching English to students in China, this was always a possibility and, unfortunately, last summer ...

• November, 26 2021

How to Get an Updated Copy of Your Empadronamiento in Barcelona with a Digital Certificate

If you've been in Barcelona for a little while and it's time to renew your student visa, you probably know that you need an updated copy of your Empadronamiento Certificate, which as we all know, can be quite the hassle. However if you have managed t...

Ryan Osborne • November, 24 2021

Best Christmas Markets in Barcelona 2021

Christmas in Barcelona is a magical time, with Christmas markets key to the spirit of the season. Sure, the weather is warm and there’s absolutely zero chance of seeing any snow (you’ll have to travel to Andorra for that). But stick around for the ...

Ryan Osborne • November, 17 2021

Working in Europe as a non-EU citizen

If you’re from the UK and you’ve always wanted to live and work in Europe, having Brexit burst your bubble must be quite a bitter pill to swallow. Meanwhile, for those outside of Europe looking to come and work in Spain, the challenges have always b...