Barcelona Blog - Teaching English and Life in Barcelona

Ryan Osborne • February, 28 2025

How long does it take to get a TEFL certificate?

For many people, TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) is a ticket to adventure, a life-changing experience that opens the door to new opportunities around the world. But for those looking to take the giant leap, many questions arise. As one ...

Ryan Osborne • February, 06 2025

The TEFL Certificate in Spain: What does it look like?

If you’re thinking of teaching English as a foreign language, you’re going to need a TEFL certificate. Whether you’re teaching in China or Costa Rica, South Korea or Spain, TEFL certification is your ticket to ride, your launchpad for an exciting car...

Ryan Osborne • February, 03 2025

Barcelona student visas - how to live & work here

If you’re from the UK, USA, Canada, Australia or any other non-EU country and you dream of living and working in Barcelona, you’ll need a visa. And while there are various types of visa available, the easiest to get hold of is a long-term student vis...

Ryan Osborne • January, 10 2025

Which TEFL courses are accredited? How do I know?

If you’re thinking of taking the leap into the world of TEFL (teaching English as a foreign language), one of the first things you need to consider is which TEFL courses are accredited. There are TEFL providers all over the world, from Spain to Sout...

Ryan Osborne • January, 06 2025

Benefits of living in Spain vs the USA

Are you thinking of moving to Spain but need a little convincing? We get it. Moving to a whole different continent can seem daunting – there’s so much to think about. But for many, now is the time to make that life-chanting leap. And there are plent...

Ryan Osborne • December, 20 2024

TEFL Certification Costs & Fees: How to Budget

So, you’re ready to take the exciting leap into a new life abroad, teaching English as a foreign language. Good for you… you’re going to love it! But, as the old saying goes, “fail to prepare… prepare to fail.” TEFL may be your ticket to ride, your ...