Thinking of moving to fuertaventura - Page 2

Adrianb wrote on Mon May 10, 2021 1:14pm:

I cant really think of any pitfalls really. Fuerteventura is a very safe place. As you are italian, getting residency is very easy. Just come and after 3 months or before if you wish you go to the police station, show that you have some funds (not big checks here) and either private medical insur...

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...ance or if receiving  uk pension you can get An S1 form and join the spanish health system for free.

I have just bought a house and like the uk, you just let estate agents and solicitors deal with it.

I wouldnt know about shipping furniture etc from the UK. I assume it would be straight forward. I doubt ifanyone would want to go through the hassle of shipping beds and sofas etc.

You dont actually need a solicitor to by a house. I used a 'tax advisor' which was cheaper and they are fully qualified and knowledgable.

JillGleeson62 wrote on Sun Oct 24, 2021 9:25am:

Hi I am just moving over next week on my own I lost my husband in February over there we had just brought our villa shipped our furniture over just as we were coming back he died of a heart attack I come back to the UK to think of what I really wanted to do I sit here now thinking if I don’t tr...

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...y it I’ll never know and I could have regrets so here I am going on my own next week I’m taking my dog over I’ve sold my house in the UK and I’m going for it it’s safe it’s sunny and the people are nice and the island is beautiful so go for it life is short and if you need any help I will help regarding showing you who I used to get my Residencia the sale of my house she’s absolutely fantastic and she is Spanish You need to consider where you really want to be as well I can show you some of the island think of the hospitals medical centres etc  I drive but also live by most Amenities bus stop shops town my number is 07703 270749 

Good luck Jill x

Deleted_user_113109 wrote on Sun Oct 24, 2021 4:08pm:

Dear Jill so so sad to  know that your husband passed away just before you were both just about to live your dreams I'm so sorry. 

In regards to myself I must say that the covid story has stopped me to move forward I'm still in a job that I don't like living in London that I don't enjoy it anymore I'm practically stuck I don't know what to do anymore.  I'm planning to visit corralejo next year maybe February or March an...

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...d if you've moved there or nearby we can meet.  

Lots of love 

Manux

Bevg wrote on Fri Oct 29, 2021 9:21am:

I too am seriously thinking about moving over within the next couple of years,  I have just taken early retirement from the NHS and don't want to spend the rest of my life in SE London. I have a NZ passport so can spend 90 days in the Schengen zone plus 90 days in Spain (Fuerte) but will app...

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...ly for a NLV. I am going to be spending a month in Corralego at Christmas to see what it's like when I'm not in holiday mode. I will follow your journey with interest!

JillGleeson62 wrote on Fri Oct 29, 2021 10:31am:

Try different parts of the island it’s completely different from the north to the south busy in the north quieter in the middle and laid-back and I’m not sure about the south

Bevg wrote on Fri Oct 29, 2021 9:21am:

I too am seriously thinking about moving over within the next couple of years,  I have just taken early retirement from the NHS and don't want to spend the rest of my life in SE London. I have a NZ passport so can spend 90 days in the Schengen zone plus 90 days in Spain (Fuerte) but will app...

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...ly for a NLV. I am going to be spending a month in Corralego at Christmas to see what it's like when I'm not in holiday mode. I will follow your journey with interest!

Deleted_user_113109 wrote on Sat Oct 30, 2021 10:03am:

Hello is good to know that there are other people thinking of moving to Fuerta, it helps me to know that I'm not the only one who has thoughts of changing your life at a mature age. Bev early retirement is a good idea if you can afford it. I obviously don't know your situation but if you can why ...

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...not.

Regarding myself I'm planning to visit Corralejo in Feb-March as I'm still working and I need to request A/L. I too live in SE London. Would be nice to meet if you like . Keep me update. Best wishes. Manu

JillGleeson62 wrote on Fri Oct 29, 2021 10:31am:

Try different parts of the island it’s completely different from the north to the south busy in the north quieter in the middle and laid-back and I’m not sure about the south