Hi All
I am from South Africa and would love to come out to stay.
Would like to get in touch with any South Africans who have gone through the process of coming out to costa blanco on an extended visa that is renewed at a police station in year 1 and then renewed for 2 years in year 2 before residency can be applied for to stay permanently.
I am also trying to understand the financial requirements to show that you can support yourself.
I was told:
year 1 euro 30000 plus 1 year healthcare paid in advance
year 2 and 3 euro 60000 not sure about healthcare requirements
Year 4 and 5 no idea
Also that after you have had your visa stamped at the police station you are then free to use your money and do not need to have it as a constant credit balance in your account.
The lawyer I have been using in Spain is also not sure and is trying to find out more.
If anyone has info to share I would be greatful as I am in the process of purchasing a property here and need to get a better understanding on all of this.
I have applied for my NIE no and received the number - document next week.