Working in Spain
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This document provides information for foreigners interested in working in Spain. It discusses arrival procedures, required documents, the labor market, seasonal jobs, finding employment, cost of living, and working conditions. Key sectors for jobs include tourism, agriculture, and healthcare. Common seasonal positions are in hotels, entertainment, and agriculture. Public employment services and private agencies can help with job searches. Living expenses vary by city but average rents are 500-900 euros and basic goods cost 1-3 euros. Workers are entitled to benefits like paid time off and unemployment assistance.
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Working in Spain
- 10. SEASONAL JOBS
- 15. LOOKING FOR JOBS
- 22. COST OF LIVING
Editor's Notes
- Touristic season in Canary Island between october and mars. Islands are the only place where it’s possible to find a job without speaking spanish. Working hours in hotel and catering…overtime…. We’re a leading country is tourism. Our industry is charming, smiling focused on customer attention…
- Touristic season in Canary Island between october and mars. Islands are the only place where it’s possible to find a job without speaking spanish. Working hours in hotel and catering…overtime…. We’re a leading country is tourism. Our industry is charming, smiling focused on customer attention…