Community
The Community section is the heart of the people-oriented online GUIDEPOST magazine. It covers people of all nationalities living in Spain — particularly though not exclusively those who are residing in Madrid — and their exciting life. The operative word in the Community is “international”.
Be sure to check out all main features: Embassy Row, the International Organizations and Clubs, and The Scene.
POST-BREXIT: HOW BRITS MAY CONTINUE TO RESIDE IN SPAIN »
Attn. Brits in Spain! UK nationals who lived in Spain before 31 December 2020 must secure their right of residence. Now! If you are struggling with your residency and need support, contact the UKNSF organisation in your area to maintain your rights. For details, read on!
THE EUROPEAN MEDICINES AGENCY: WHY RESIDENTS AND CITIZENS OF THE EUROPEAN UNION CAN TRUST THE COVID-19 VACCINE »
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has recommended the granting of a conditional marketing of the vaccine Comirnaty, developed by BioNTech and Pfizer, to prevent COVID-19 in people from 16 years of age. EMA’s scientific opinion has paved the way for the first marketing authorisation of a COVID-19 vaccine in the EU by the European Commission. In fact, on 21 December 2020, the European Commission authorised that marketing.
SOUTH KOREAN FILMS, YOUR OPTION THESE DAYS OF THE PANDEMIC »
A South Korean Film Festival online!
WHAT A MIX: AN AMERICAN WEEK, THE U.S. ELECTION, THE AMERICAN CLUB OF MADRID & THE UNIVERSIDAD SAN PABLO CEU! »
An American Week in Madrid that features the only U.S. presidential election debate in Europe by representatives of the Republican and Democratic Parties in Europe for expats in Europe!
HOW TO GET HEALTHY ANYWHERE IN THE EU: GET A CARD! »
The European Health Insurance Card allows anyone who is insured or covered by a statutory social security scheme of the EU countries plus Iceland, Lichtenstein, Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom to receive medical treatment in another member state free or at a reduced cost, if that treatment becomes necessary during their visit or if they have a chronic pre-existing condition which requires care. The term of validity of the card depends on the issuing country.
AMERICAN CLUB OF MADRID ANNOUNCES NEW MEMBER-TO-MEMBER FORUM »
Whether you are looking for other members that share interests , including meet-ups, forming outing groups, creating special events, buy/sell goods or services, or sharing tips, the American Club of Madrid forum is your place to connect with other members.
HOW AMERICANS MAY VOTE IN THE 2020 ELECTIONS VIA THE U.S. EMBASSY OR CONUSLAR AGENCIES IN SPAIN »
You’re an expat in Spain who intends to vote in the upcoming November 2020 elections? Here’s an important how-to straight from the ultimate authority on the matter.
Summer 2020 EU Economic Forecast: An Even Deeper Recession than in the Spring »
The EU economy will experience a deep recession this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The Summer 2020 Economic Forecast projects that the euro area economy will contract by 8.7% in 2020 and grow by 6.1% in 2021. The EU economy is forecast to contract by 8.3% in 2020 and grow by 5.8% in 2021. Early data for May and June suggest that the worst may have passed. The recovery is expected to gain traction in the second half of the year, albeit remaining incomplete and uneven across Member States.
BASTILLE DAY FROM THE AMERICAN VIEW POINT: IT’S ALL IN THE MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE’S KEY »
Bastille Day, July 14, marks the day at the start of the French Revolution in 1789. Soon after, the French people gave the Marquis de Lafayette, who had helped the United States gain independence from Great Britain, the key to the Bastille as a gesture of good faith, entrusting him to protect France’s newly won liberties. Lafayette, a good friend of George Washington, sent Washington the key in 1790 on behalf of the French people, to solidify the two countries’ friendship.
ACM’S 4TH OF JULY NON-CELEBRATION DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19 »
“We are sorry not to host a 4th of July celebration given the presence of COVID-19. But the 4th is an important day during which we celebrate the incredible foundation and values of our country. As summer is upon us, please enjoy any vacation time keeping safe and healthy. We will be back in the fall.”
