Keywords: Regulations


Essential guide to installing a septic tank in Spain

If you are considering building an off-grid rural home in Spain or aiming for maximum sustainability, installing a septic tank may be on your list of priorities. However, understanding the regulations surrounding septic tanks is crucial before proceeding. A septic tank, or fosa séptica in Spanish,......

Hajj 2025: Morocco warns citizens about rising visa scams

The Moroccan Ministry of Islamic Affairs has issued an urgent call for citizens to remain vigilant against fraudulent announcements concerning Hajj visas. In a statement released today, the ministry emphasized that participation in Hajj necessitates obtaining a specific visa through the designated online......

Moroccan consulate issues urgent advisory on Saudi Hajj restrictions

The Moroccan Consulate General in Jeddah has issued a critical advisory to Moroccan citizens regarding the strict entry and residence regulations in Saudi Arabia during the forthcoming Hajj season. This announcement comes as Saudi authorities implement rigorous measures to ensure compliance and maintain......

Urgent call for UK nationals in Spain to exchange residency cards

The UK Embassy in Madrid has intensified its appeal to British residents in Spain, urging them to replace their green EU residency certificates with Tarjetas de Identidad de Extranjero (TIEs). In a recent statement, the embassy emphasized that failure to make this exchange could result in individuals......

Understanding the consequences of overstaying your 90-day limit in Spain

Visitors from non-EU countries face strict regulations when staying in Spain, particularly the 90-day rule. This regulation allows visitors to remain in Spain for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period. As of January 2021, this rule applies to UK nationals as well. The 90-day limit affects non-EU......

Saudi Arabia halts short-term visas for 14 countries, including Morocco, ahead of Hajj

Saudi Arabia has announced a temporary suspension of short-term visa issuance for citizens from 14 countries, including Morocco, as part of its efforts to regulate the upcoming Hajj season and prevent unauthorized pilgrimages. This measure will take effect in mid-April and continue until mid-June 2025,......

Escalating violence against app drivers: taxi union raises alarm

In a climate of rising tensions between traditional taxi drivers and those operating through ride-hailing apps, the Democratic Transport Union—Taxi Sector has issued a warning regarding the violent turn this conflict is taking in several major cities across the Kingdom. In recent weeks, there......

What you can't carry in your car in Spain: A guide to prohibited items

Did you know that certain items are strictly prohibited in vehicles across Spain? The General Directorate of Traffic (DGT) has established specific regulations aimed at ensuring public safety. Violating these rules can lead to hefty fines, sometimes exceeding €30,000. Firearms Transporting a firearm......

Tragedy strikes Asturias coal mine: Five dead in explosion

A devastating explosion at a coal mine in Asturias, Spain, has resulted in the deaths of five individuals and left another four seriously injured. The incident occurred on Monday at the Cerredo mine in Degana, situated approximately 450 kilometers (280 miles) northwest of Madrid. Initial reports indicated......