Join the Torrevieja forum

My name's Alex and this is my website all about Torrevieja in Spain. Register now for free to talk about Utilities: Electric, gas and water recommendations and advice in Torrevieja and much more!

Curenergía let down

Posted: Sat Mar 4, 2023 9:49pm
chat_bubble5 repliesvisibility147 viewsadd_alert1 member subscribed

cpw2203

Posts: 22

Location: Torrevieja

Joined: 3 Feb 2023

Hi everyone really need some help. We are trying to get our leccy suppy reconnected. Previous supplier was Curenergía. All bills paid. Completed all contract details. Now have been told its been refused by the distributor because we dont have a spanish contact number. This was mums home and we've taken it over as she passed away. Really confused we are in the uk and want to use the property as a holiday home. But no electricity. What can i do. Need some advice please at im really confused and frustrated over this. Please assist. Thanks in advance  

Chris

Posted: Sat Mar 4, 2023 10:47pm

Darro

Super helpful member

Posts: 1500

star1306 helpful points

Location: Catral

Joined: 8 Sep 2021

Posted: Sat Mar 4, 2023 10:47pm

Not much you can do from UK other than perhaps give the number of a friend etc. in Spain, if you have anyone. It can always be changed later.

You could look into the world of 'virtual numbers'.

For the future definitely get a Spanish SIM, it need not cost more than €10-12/mth - I recommend Lobster (Movistar) but but first check which network provides adequate coverage where it's needed.

Even as a holiday home for sure you'll be coming across situations for which a Spanish number is a must.

Posted: Sat Mar 4, 2023 11:16pm

Aikidoamigo

Helpful member

Posts: 465

star297 helpful points

Location: Pinar De Campoverde

Joined: 3 Apr 2022

Posted: Sat Mar 4, 2023 11:16pm

I think you need / its an NIE number to contract with utility companies

Quick, Good, Cheap…. For your preferred solution pick any two, because you then cant have the third.

so for a solution personally i suggest you employ a lawyer who will sort it all out for you or advise which way to go, they will apply for your NIE number and set everything up.

👍

Advertisement - posts continue below

Posted: Sun Mar 5, 2023 8:01am

cpw2203

Original Poster

Posts: 22

Location: Torrevieja

Joined: 3 Feb 2023

Posted: Sun Mar 5, 2023 8:01am

Aikidoamigo wrote on Sat Mar 4, 2023 11:16pm:

I think you need / its an NIE number to contract with utility companies

Quick, Good, Cheap…. For your preferred solution pick any two, because you then cant have the third.

 

Read more...

so for a solution personally i suggest you employ a lawyer who will sort it all out for you or advise which way to go, they will apply for your NIE number and set everything up.

👍

I think you didn't correctly read my post. Contract signed which includes NIE. JUST NO SPANISH  PHONE NUMBER.

Posted: Sun Mar 5, 2023 8:49am

NigeF

Helpful member

Posts: 190

star208 helpful points

Location: Alicante City

Joined: 14 May 2020

Posted: Sun Mar 5, 2023 8:49am

Hi, you can get a Spanish sim from Amazon UK, all you need then is an old phone to use it in or if your phone accepts 2 sims sorted.

As someone else mentioned, you can get a virtual number, just google Spanish virtual phone number.

Posted: Sun Mar 5, 2023 8:52am

cpw2203

Original Poster

Posts: 22

Location: Torrevieja

Joined: 3 Feb 2023

Posted: Sun Mar 5, 2023 8:52am

NigeF wrote on Sun Mar 5, 2023 8:49am:

Hi, you can get a Spanish sim from Amazon UK, all you need then is an old phone to use it in or if your phone accepts 2 sims sorted.

As someone else mentioned, you can get a virtual number, just google Spanish virtual phone number.

Cheers thats really helpful. Many thanks 

Back to top

Sign up for free or login to reply to this topic

Want to reply to this topic? Login or register for free to post your message:

Popular topics

Free Spanish lessons club for gents and ladies

General Torrevieja discussion

access_time03 May 2024
chat_bubble7
Free Spanish lessons club for gents and ladies

Lost: Stolen handbag

Lost and found in Torrevieja

access_time03 May 2024
chat_bubble12
Lost: Stolen handbag

Is La Veleta in Torrevieja a good place to buy a rental property?

Moving to Torrevieja: tips and advice

access_time30 Apr 2024
chat_bubble26
Is La Veleta in Torrevieja a good place to buy a rental property?

Properties near Torrevieja

Property for sale: apartment / flat in torrevieja - €38,000

location_onTorrevieja, Costa Blanca

Property for sale: apartment / flat in torrevieja - €38,000

Property for sale: commercial property in torrevieja - €75,000

location_onTorrevieja, Costa Blanca

Property for sale: commercial property in torrevieja - €75,000

Property for sale: 2 bedroom bungalow in torrevieja - €305,000

location_onTorrevieja, Costa Blanca

Property for sale: 2 bedroom bungalow in torrevieja - €305,000

Latest Utilities topics

Ariston boiler service

Utilities: Electric, gas and water recommendations and advice in Torrevieja

access_time04 May 2024
Ariston boiler service

Evidence of NIE

Utilities: Electric, gas and water recommendations and advice in Torrevieja

access_time05 Apr 2024
chat_bubble5
Evidence of NIE

Iberdrola standing charge

Utilities: Electric, gas and water recommendations and advice in Torrevieja

access_time11 Feb 2024
chat_bubble2
Iberdrola standing charge

Our sponsors

ASSSA Insurance

Suitable Health Insurance coverage to obtain your Residencia in Spain

ASSSA Insurance

Onestop

Hi onestopbuildings do kitchen and bathroom refurbishments also bath removals and walk in showers fitted plumbing tilling electrics rendering ect gene

Onestop

POSITIVE BELIEFS

English Hypnotherapy Training courses

POSITIVE BELIEFS
 

Find more Utilities topics from a particular area:

Or view all Utilities topics in all of Costa Blanca.

Spain Tips and Guides: your complete guide to visiting, living and moving to Spain

12 Useful Tips For Living In Torrevieja