ILS Spanish Lab

Practical Spanish for Expat Life & Careers

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Expat Smart Playlists

Curated topic packs tailored for essential life situations in Spain

A1–A214 phrases

Settling-in Pack

Lease contracts, electricity/water setup, home repairs, and groceries.

Renting an Apartment & Contracts (LAU)
Utilities: Power, Water, Gas & Fiber
Home Repairs: Plumber, Electrician & Locks
Supermarket & Shopping at Mercadona
A1–A213 phrases

First 14 Days in Spain

Cita Previa, Padrón registration, bank account, and postal packages.

Cita Previa, NIE & Extranjería
City Hall Registration & Padrón
Banking & Opening an Account in Spain
Correos Post Office, Couriers & Delivery
A2–B18 phrases

Friday Night & Social

Ordering tapas, splitting the bill, street slang, and casual small talk.

Restaurants, Tapas & Ordering the Bill
Authentic Spanish Slang & Expressions
Making Friends, Small Talk & Mindset
A2–B17 phrases

Driver in Spain

ITV car inspection, petrol stations, parking zones, and driving license exchange.

Traffic Police, DGT & Accident Report
Car Inspection (ITV), Fuel & Parking
Driver’s License Exchange (Canje DGT) & Driving School
B1–B210 phrases

Digital Nomad & Autónomo

Freelancer registration, Cl@ve certificate, quarterly taxes, and invoicing.

Taxes & Agencia Tributaria (Hacienda)
Freelancing (Autónomo), Invoicing & Clients
Digital Certificate FNMT & Cl@ve PIN
Forming a Spanish Limited Company (Sociedad Limitada / S.L.)
A2–B111 phrases

Healthcare & Emergency

Doctor appointments, prescription drugs, dental care, and hospital visits.

Healthcare, Clinic & Medical Appointments
Pharmacy & Over-the-counter Medicines
Dental Clinic: Fillings, Cleaning & Implants
Specialist Doctors, MRI/Ultrasound & Hospitalization
A1–A211 phrases

Family, Kids & Schools

School enrollment, pediatrician visits, sports clubs, and vet care.

School, Kindergarten & Parent Chats
Pets, Veterinary Clinic & Dog Walking Rules
Extracurricular Activities, Sports & Music School
Pediatrician Visits & Childhood Vaccines
B1–B212 phrases

Property Purchase & Mortgage

Mortgage approval, community of owners, home insurance, and moving logistics.

Mortgage & Property Purchase at Notary
Insurance Policies & Filing Claims
Community of Owners & House Rules
Moving House (Mudanzas) & Furniture Assembly