Recommended Professionals & Service Providers

Last Updated: February 2026
Source: WhatsApp community groups (Imigracija, Drugovanje Valencia, Finansije)

⭐ Community-Vetted Professionals

These professionals have been recommended by multiple community members with positive experiences.

Immigration Lawyers

Milica - Tulex Abogados ⭐⭐⭐

• Email: milica@tulexabogados.com
• Location: Madrid
• Specialties:
  • Digital Nomad Visas
  • NIE/TIE applications
  • Family reunification
  • Work permits
• Languages: Spanish, English, Serbian
• Community feedback:
  • "Super helpful, very experienced"
  • "Many of us used her services"
  • "First consultation is free"
  • Used by multiple families successfully

Pablo Gamez ⭐⭐⭐

• Contact: See community shared drive
• Location: Valencia area
• Specialties:
  • Visa applications
  • Residence permits
• Community feedback:
  • "Helped us with visa - great guy!"
  • "Warm recommendation"

Laura Fuenmayor - Adlanter

• Email: laura.fuenmayor@adlanter.com
• Backup contact: Linnea Larson (nea.larson@adlanter.com)
• Specialties: Immigration law

Krsta

• Role: Translator (not lawyer)
• Services: Document translation
• Note: Does NOT handle visa cases directly

Gestores / Tax Accountants

Recommended by community:

• Check WhatsApp group "Finansije" for current recommendations
• Milica (above) also helps with autonomo setup
• Average cost: €50-150/month for autónomo accounting

What they do:

• Autonomo registration
• Monthly tax filings
• Quarterly tax returns
• Annual declarations
• Invoice management
• Social security

Spanish Language Teachers

For Adults (Conversation Classes)

• Language: Spanish-English exchange
• Format: Individual or group
• Community recommendation: Check "Drugovanje Valencia" for recent posts
• Cost: €15-30/hour

For Children

• Schools provide PT (pedagogía terapéutica) support
• Private tutors: €15-25/hour
• Recommended for ages 10+ in first 3-6 months

Translation Services

Official Translations (Required for legal documents)

• Services needed:
  • Birth certificates
  • Marriage certificates
  • University diplomas
  • Employment records
• Where to find:
  • "Traductor Jurado" (sworn translator)
  • Check local listings or ask lawyer

Cost: €30-80 per document

Apostille

• Required for documents from non-EU countries
• Done in your home country (before leaving)
• Cost varies by country: $20-100 per document

Banking

Recommended Banks for Expats

• BBVA - Good English support, digital nomad accounts
• CaixaBank - Largest network
• Santander - International presence
• N26 - Online bank, easy to open
• Revolut - Good for international transfers

What you need to open account:

• NIE
• Proof of address (empadronamiento)
• Passport
• Initial deposit (€50-100)

Community tip: Open account ASAP - needed for autonomo registration

Healthcare

Public Healthcare (Seguridad Social)

• Coverage: Included if you're employed or autónomo
• How to get card: Register at local health center (centro de salud)
• Documents needed: NIE/TIE, empadronamiento
• Cost: Free (covered by contributions)

Private Insurance (Recommended during visa process)

• Axa
• Sanitas
• Asisa
• DKV

Cost: €40-100/month per person
Why: Required for visa applications and first year

Housing

Finding Apartments

• Idealista.com - Main platform
• Fotocasa.es
• Facebook groups - Local expat groups
• WhatsApp - "Drugovanje Valencia" sometimes has listings

Real Estate Agents

• Lala / E&V Developments - Valencia, Denia & Javea area
• Check community for recent recommendations

What you need to rent:

• NIE/TIE
• Proof of income or employment
• Deposit (usually 1-2 months rent)
• First month rent in advance

Utilities & Services

Internet & Phone

• Movistar - Largest provider
• Vodafone
• Orange
• Yoigo - Budget option

Cost:

• Internet: €30-50/month
• Phone: €10-30/month
• Bundles: €40-70/month

Electricity

• Iberdrola
• Endesa
• Naturgy

Gas

• Same providers as electricity

Tip: Compare prices on comparador websites before signing

Moving & Logistics

International Movers

• Get 3 quotes minimum
• Check if they handle customs
• Insurance recommended

Shipping Personal Items

• Correos (Spanish post) - For small items
• UPS, DHL, FedEx - International shipping
• Sea freight - For furniture (2-3 months transit)

Community Resources

WhatsApp Groups

• Imigracija - Immigration questions
• Finansije - Tax and finance help
• Zdravlje - Healthcare topics
• Obrazovanje - School and education
• Drugovanje Valencia - General Valencia community

Shared Documents

• Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GBFPxVPdkuOxhiK0aoE0dCqwnS6HYi1R
  • Full list of recommended lawyers
  • Guides and templates
  • Community resources

Important Websites

Government

• Immigration: https://sede.administracionespublicas.gob.es
• Tax authority (Hacienda): https://sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es
• Social Security: https://sede.seg-social.gob.es

Utilities

• Compare services: https://comparador.cne.es (energy)
• Postal code info: https://codigopostal.es

Transportation

• Renfe (trains): https://www.renfe.com
• Bus stations: Varies by city
• Metro: Madrid (metro.madrid.es), Barcelona (tmb.cat), Valencia (metrovalencia.es)

Emergency Contacts

• Emergency: 112 (police, ambulance, fire)
• Police (non-emergency): 091
• Local police: 092
• Ambulance: 061

Tips from the Community

Finding Good Professionals

1. Ask in WhatsApp groups first - Real experiences matter
2. Get multiple quotes - Prices vary widely
3. First consultation - Many lawyers offer free first meeting
4. Check language support - Ensure they speak your language
5. Get it in writing - Always ask for written quotes/contracts

Red Flags

• ❌ Asking for full payment upfront
• ❌ Promising unrealistic timelines
• ❌ Not providing written contract
• ❌ Poor communication / never available
• ❌ No clear fee structure

Community Wisdom

• "Always check the WhatsApp groups before hiring anyone"
• "Milica is amazing - used by half the community"
• "Don't try to DIY immigration stuff - hire a professional"
• "For autonomo: gestor is worth every euro"
• "Get recommendations from people who actually used the service"

How to Add to This List

If you've had excellent experience with a professional/service:

1. Share in relevant WhatsApp group
2. Provide: Name, contact, service, your experience
3. Multiple positive reviews = added to this guide

Note: This list is community-maintained. Always do your own due diligence.

Last updated: February 2026. Compiled from WhatsApp community groups. Recommendations are based on community experiences and may change over time.