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UK ETA for Spanish Citizens: Everything You Need to Know for 2025 Travel
From 2nd April 2025, all Spanish nationals must obtain a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to enter the country for tourism, business, transit, or short-term stays. In this FAQ guide, the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the UK explains who needs an ETA, how to...
FAQs About the “Grandchildren Law” (Ley de Memoria Democrática): A Guide for British Citizens
The Spanish Ley de Memoria Democrática, commonly referred to as the "Grandchildren Law", has opened the door for thousands of foreign nationals of Spanish descent — including British citizens — to apply for Spanish nationality. Here's what you need to know if you are...
Navigating global shifts: The UK as a resilient base for Spanish business
Geopolitical uncertainty and shifting trade dynamics are reshaping the way international businesses think about investment and growth. With tensions rising in the Middle East and President Trump’s inconsistent (or non-existent) trade policy, firms across Europe are...
WINNER OF THE 2025 EDUARDO BARRACHINA GOLDEN AWARD
The Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the United Kingdom is delighted to reveal that this year’s Eduardo Barrachina Golden Award — previously known as the Annual Golden Award — will be presented to FCC, Spain’s leading construction company. Renamed in honour of our...
Inside the Foreign Trade Internship: Navigating Trade Missions and Business Development
Internships offer an invaluable bridge between academic life and the professional world. They provide hands-on experience and allow emerging professionals to explore potential career paths. At the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the United Kingdom, placements within...
Cybersecurity and Geopolitics: Strategic Impact on British-Spanish Business Relations
In the digital age, cybersecurity has emerged as a critical domain of geopolitical competition. Global interconnectedness, while driving innovation and economic growth, has also created new vulnerabilities and opportunities for confrontation between states and other...
NEW PATRON MEMBER | AP Executive Search
The Spanish Chamber of Commerce was delighted to recently welcome AP Executive Search as a new Patron. AP Executive Search is more than just a headhunting firm—it is a global community of energy transition professionals. Founded to address inefficiencies in...
A New Chapter: What the UK–EU Trade Reset Means for Spanish Companies
On 19 May 2025, the British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, announced a significant breakthrough in the United Kingdom’s post-Brexit journey: a new strategic partnership agreement with the European Union. This deal, described by both sides as a “reset”, aims to reduce...
NEW PATRON MEMBER | Rimkus
The Spanish Chamber of Commerce was delighted to welcome Rimkus as a Patron this year. Could you provide a brief overview of Rimkus and its presence in the UK market? Rimkus is a worldwide provider of engineering, technical, and construction consulting to...
The Expansion of Offshore Wind Energy and Infrastructure in the UK: Opportunities for Businesses
Context: The Renewable Energy Challenge in the UK The United Kingdom has established itself as a global leader in offshore wind energy, with large-scale projects such as Hornsea 3 (2.9 GW) and Dogger Bank (3.6 GW). However, despite this progress, many offshore wind...