Primeros pasos en Barcelona
First Things
The first thing you should do on arrival in Barcelona is get you N.I.E. (Número de Identidad/Identificación de Extranjero) which is your identification number in Spain needed for opening bank accounts, file taxes and almost any other official form you will need to fill out in daily life, because it is also a legal requirement for foreigners in Spain obtaining a N.I.E. really should be one of your first priorities on arrival!
Both EU citizens and non-EU citizens get issued an NIE. You can download the form here. You can take this form to the Spanish Embassy in your country before you leave and receive the NIE ahead of time which will probably safe you time and effort. You can apply via a Spanish consulate in your home country. You must fill in the NIE form and make an appointment to sign it in front of a Consular representative. They will send your application to Madrid where it will be processed and posted back to the Consulate for you to pick up. For a detailed list of Spanish consulates around the world, see www.embassiesabroad.com
C/ Balmes 192
08006 Barcelona, Spain
Tel: +34 932 903 098
(10 minutes walk from Diagonal metro; Line Green, L3 and Blue, L5)
The office is open from 9am to 2pm Monday to Friday, but it’s advised to go earlier as people start queuing from 08.00am.
You’ll need:
A. Your passport and a photocopy of the main page (which has your personal details, photo etc.)
B. Two recent passport sized photos
C. For non-EU citizens, you will also need to take along a document that shows your legal entry into Spain. This is the form that you fill in at the immigration desk at the point of entry called the declaración de entrada.
D. Two filled-in copies of the following official form:
www.mir.es/SGACAVT/modelos/extranjeria/modelos_extranje/ex_14.pdf
Master Tip: it’s probably easier to fill the form in online, print off two copies and you’re set!
You’ll have to pay a fee of €9,12, and will be given a payment form when you submit your application and told which bank you can pay this to. When you have paid this amount at the bank and come to collect your NIE afterwards, you will have to show them the proof of the payment, which is the stamped receipt from the bank.
It usually takes around 10-15 working days for the NIE number to arrive back at the same police station and all you need to take to collect it is the payment receipt and the official receipt (resguardo) given at the time of your application.
Both EU citizens and non-EU citizens get issued an NIE. You can download the form here. You can take this form to the Spanish Embassy in your country before you leave and receive the NIE ahead of time which will probably safe you time and effort. You can apply via a Spanish consulate in your home country. You must fill in the NIE form and make an appointment to sign it in front of a Consular representative. They will send your application to Madrid where it will be processed and posted back to the Consulate for you to pick up. For a detailed list of Spanish consulates around the world, see www.embassiesabroad.com
C/ Balmes 192
08006 Barcelona, Spain
Tel: +34 932 903 098
(10 minutes walk from Diagonal metro; Line Green, L3 and Blue, L5)
The office is open from 9am to 2pm Monday to Friday, but it’s advised to go earlier as people start queuing from 08.00am.
You’ll need:
A. Your passport and a photocopy of the main page (which has your personal details, photo etc.)
B. Two recent passport sized photos
C. For non-EU citizens, you will also need to take along a document that shows your legal entry into Spain. This is the form that you fill in at the immigration desk at the point of entry called the declaración de entrada.
D. Two filled-in copies of the following official form:
www.mir.es/SGACAVT/modelos/extranjeria/modelos_extranje/ex_14.pdf
Master Tip: it’s probably easier to fill the form in online, print off two copies and you’re set!
You’ll have to pay a fee of €9,12, and will be given a payment form when you submit your application and told which bank you can pay this to. When you have paid this amount at the bank and come to collect your NIE afterwards, you will have to show them the proof of the payment, which is the stamped receipt from the bank.
It usually takes around 10-15 working days for the NIE number to arrive back at the same police station and all you need to take to collect it is the payment receipt and the official receipt (resguardo) given at the time of your application.
The first thing you should do on arrival in Barcelona is get you N.I.E. (Número de Identidad/Identificación de Extranjero) which is your identification number in Spain needed for opening bank accounts, file taxes and almost any other official form you will need to fill out in daily life, because it is also a legal requirement for foreigners in Spain obtaining a N.I.E. really should be one of your first priorities on arrival!
Both EU citizens and non-EU citizens get issued an NIE. You can download the form here. You can take this form to the Spanish Embassy in your country before you leave and receive the NIE ahead of time which will probably safe you time and effort. You can apply via a Spanish consulate in your home country. You must fill in the NIE form and make an appointment to sign it in front of a Consular representative. They will send your application to Madrid where it will be processed and posted back to the Consulate for you to pick up. For a detailed list of Spanish consulates around the world, see www.embassiesabroad.com
C/ Balmes 192
08006 Barcelona, Spain
Tel: +34 932 903 098
(10 minutes walk from Diagonal metro; Line Green, L3 and Blue, L5)
The office is open from 9am to 2pm Monday to Friday, but it’s advised to go earlier as people start queuing from 08.00am.
You’ll need:
A. Your passport and a photocopy of the main page (which has your personal details, photo etc.)
B. Two recent passport sized photos
C. For non-EU citizens, you will also need to take along a document that shows your legal entry into Spain. This is the form that you fill in at the immigration desk at the point of entry called the declaración de entrada.
D. Two filled-in copies of the following official form:
www.mir.es/SGACAVT/modelos/extranjeria/modelos_extranje/ex_14.pdf
Master Tip: it’s probably easier to fill the form in online, print off two copies and you’re set!
You’ll have to pay a fee of €9,12, and will be given a payment form when you submit your application and told which bank you can pay this to. When you have paid this amount at the bank and come to collect your NIE afterwards, you will have to show them the proof of the payment, which is the stamped receipt from the bank.
It usually takes around 10-15 working days for the NIE number to arrive back at the same police station and all you need to take to collect it is the payment receipt and the official receipt (resguardo) given at the time of your application.
Both EU citizens and non-EU citizens get issued an NIE. You can download the form here. You can take this form to the Spanish Embassy in your country before you leave and receive the NIE ahead of time which will probably safe you time and effort. You can apply via a Spanish consulate in your home country. You must fill in the NIE form and make an appointment to sign it in front of a Consular representative. They will send your application to Madrid where it will be processed and posted back to the Consulate for you to pick up. For a detailed list of Spanish consulates around the world, see www.embassiesabroad.com
C/ Balmes 192
08006 Barcelona, Spain
Tel: +34 932 903 098
(10 minutes walk from Diagonal metro; Line Green, L3 and Blue, L5)
The office is open from 9am to 2pm Monday to Friday, but it’s advised to go earlier as people start queuing from 08.00am.
You’ll need:
A. Your passport and a photocopy of the main page (which has your personal details, photo etc.)
B. Two recent passport sized photos
C. For non-EU citizens, you will also need to take along a document that shows your legal entry into Spain. This is the form that you fill in at the immigration desk at the point of entry called the declaración de entrada.
D. Two filled-in copies of the following official form:
www.mir.es/SGACAVT/modelos/extranjeria/modelos_extranje/ex_14.pdf
Master Tip: it’s probably easier to fill the form in online, print off two copies and you’re set!
You’ll have to pay a fee of €9,12, and will be given a payment form when you submit your application and told which bank you can pay this to. When you have paid this amount at the bank and come to collect your NIE afterwards, you will have to show them the proof of the payment, which is the stamped receipt from the bank.
It usually takes around 10-15 working days for the NIE number to arrive back at the same police station and all you need to take to collect it is the payment receipt and the official receipt (resguardo) given at the time of your application.
Your employer applies for this number when you start your first job in Spain. This number then stays with you for all subsequent jobs. If you are self-employed, you apply for this number yourself.
Empadronamiento?
The Empadronamiento refers to the process of registering yourself with the community neighborhood where you live. It will make you an official member of the community and benefits both you and the community. The community benefits because they will get funds based on how many people they have registered which goes into health-care, schools, security etc. It benefits you because you are now a member of the community (not to be confused with resident) and can enjoy benefits like your own doctor at the hospital, numerous discounts at leisure centers and other places, gives you the right to vote, put your kids in the local school etc. It is also needed for a variety of administrative procedures.
Required documents for getting empadronado
Since you will be dealing with a bureaucracy, you will need to furnish both the original and a photocopy of each required document (though you won’t need to photocopy the application form itself). Requirements may vary from municipality to municipality, so it’s best to check with your local ayuntamiento (city or town hall), but the most common required documents are:
The application form (hoja de empadromiento): The office that processes the applications will be able to provide you with one.
Documentation that accredits your identity (and those of your children if you are applying as a family): Passport, DNI or national identity card, residency card, NIE, etc.
Proof that you live where you say you live.
For more information visit the web site:
www.spainexpat.com/spain/information/empadronamiento_empadronarse/
The Empadronamiento refers to the process of registering yourself with the community neighborhood where you live. It will make you an official member of the community and benefits both you and the community. The community benefits because they will get funds based on how many people they have registered which goes into health-care, schools, security etc. It benefits you because you are now a member of the community (not to be confused with resident) and can enjoy benefits like your own doctor at the hospital, numerous discounts at leisure centers and other places, gives you the right to vote, put your kids in the local school etc. It is also needed for a variety of administrative procedures.
Required documents for getting empadronado
Since you will be dealing with a bureaucracy, you will need to furnish both the original and a photocopy of each required document (though you won’t need to photocopy the application form itself). Requirements may vary from municipality to municipality, so it’s best to check with your local ayuntamiento (city or town hall), but the most common required documents are:
The application form (hoja de empadromiento): The office that processes the applications will be able to provide you with one.
Documentation that accredits your identity (and those of your children if you are applying as a family): Passport, DNI or national identity card, residency card, NIE, etc.
Proof that you live where you say you live.
For more information visit the web site:
www.spainexpat.com/spain/information/empadronamiento_empadronarse/
It´s easy to open a bank account in Barcelona, and there are many banks to choose from such as Santander, La Caixa, Caixa Catalunya, BBVA, Banesto, etc. However, not all banks have people that speak English so if you don´t speak Spanish or Catalan try to get a Spanish speaker to go with you.
Many foreign banks such as Barclays, Citibank, BNP, and Deutsche Bank have local branches in Barcelona as well.
To open a non-resident´s account all you need is your passport, or your NIE and a photo ID. If you are a resident you can open a resident´s account with your resident´s permit. When opening the account, you will be asked for your address and contact telephone number.
Many foreign banks such as Barclays, Citibank, BNP, and Deutsche Bank have local branches in Barcelona as well.
To open a non-resident´s account all you need is your passport, or your NIE and a photo ID. If you are a resident you can open a resident´s account with your resident´s permit. When opening the account, you will be asked for your address and contact telephone number.
Your legal stay in spain
Students from outside the European Union: First Residence Card (NIE):
If you are a citizen from outside the European Union and willing to stay in Barcelona for a year or more, then you have to apply for a residence card (called NIE, Numero de Indetificacion de Extranjeria). This residence card is used to replace the visa that you used to enter to Spain. You should start the procedure to obtain the card as soon as possible (within a month since your entrance to Spain).
In order to get your student residence card, you should follow the following procedure:
1) Prepare all the required documents: Once to apply, you should get the following documents prepared:
a. Application form: form Ex-17 (available for free in http://extranjeros.mtin.es/es/ModelosSolicitudes/) should be filled, signed and copied. You need to submit original and copy.
b. Passport: the original and a copy of the page of your personal data (including expiry date), the visa and the stamp that shows your entry to European Union.
c. In case that your passport has not been stamped when you entered to the European Union, provide a copy of your travel ticket or any other document that can prove your entry date.
d. A registration letter from your school or university. It has to identify the duration and dates of your study (from October to June, for example). Original and copy.
e. Certification of economy means availability: you should submit bank statement shows that you have enough money to survive in Spain (around 600 euros a month).
f. Medical health insurance. Original and copy.
g. Three recent photographs (Carnet size in colour and with a white background). h. Your registration in the city hall (empadronamiento). Check (link to our part) for more info.
2) Once you have prepared all above documents, go to the police office located in Calle Guadalajara, 1-3 (it is the back side of a very big police office located at Calle Balmes, 192), in Barcelona. Their timetable is from Monday to Friday, from 9h to 14h. This procedure normally takes a quite long time, so prepare yourself to spend the whole morning of the day you go to apply to your card.
3) Once you have applied, they will give you a tax form, where you will have to pay around 10 euros. You will have to pay it and take it the day when you go to pick up your card up. You can pay this tax at any bank desk (from 9h to 14h) or at any ATM machine (the ones with bar reader).
4) You will be granted a one year residence card, if your studies are going to last more than a year, you should renew the card before your residence permit expires.
5) The residence permit card contains your identification number in Spain, called NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjeros) (Identification number of Foreigners). With this card you can also travel freely within all Schengen area.
If you are a citizen from outside the European Union and willing to stay in Barcelona for a year or more, then you have to apply for a residence card (called NIE, Numero de Indetificacion de Extranjeria). This residence card is used to replace the visa that you used to enter to Spain. You should start the procedure to obtain the card as soon as possible (within a month since your entrance to Spain).
In order to get your student residence card, you should follow the following procedure:
1) Prepare all the required documents: Once to apply, you should get the following documents prepared:
a. Application form: form Ex-17 (available for free in http://extranjeros.mtin.es/es/ModelosSolicitudes/) should be filled, signed and copied. You need to submit original and copy.
b. Passport: the original and a copy of the page of your personal data (including expiry date), the visa and the stamp that shows your entry to European Union.
c. In case that your passport has not been stamped when you entered to the European Union, provide a copy of your travel ticket or any other document that can prove your entry date.
d. A registration letter from your school or university. It has to identify the duration and dates of your study (from October to June, for example). Original and copy.
e. Certification of economy means availability: you should submit bank statement shows that you have enough money to survive in Spain (around 600 euros a month).
f. Medical health insurance. Original and copy.
g. Three recent photographs (Carnet size in colour and with a white background). h. Your registration in the city hall (empadronamiento). Check (link to our part) for more info.
2) Once you have prepared all above documents, go to the police office located in Calle Guadalajara, 1-3 (it is the back side of a very big police office located at Calle Balmes, 192), in Barcelona. Their timetable is from Monday to Friday, from 9h to 14h. This procedure normally takes a quite long time, so prepare yourself to spend the whole morning of the day you go to apply to your card.
3) Once you have applied, they will give you a tax form, where you will have to pay around 10 euros. You will have to pay it and take it the day when you go to pick up your card up. You can pay this tax at any bank desk (from 9h to 14h) or at any ATM machine (the ones with bar reader).
4) You will be granted a one year residence card, if your studies are going to last more than a year, you should renew the card before your residence permit expires.
5) The residence permit card contains your identification number in Spain, called NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjeros) (Identification number of Foreigners). With this card you can also travel freely within all Schengen area.
Students from outside the European Union: First Residence Card (NIE):
If you are a citizen from outside the European Union and willing to stay in Barcelona for a year or more, then you have to apply for a residence card (called NIE, Numero de Indetificacion de Extranjeria). This residence card is used to replace the visa that you used to enter to Spain. You should start the procedure to obtain the card as soon as possible (within a month since your entrance to Spain).
In order to get your student residence card, you should follow the following procedure:
1) Prepare all the required documents: Once to apply, you should get the following documents prepared:
a. Application form: form Ex-17 (available for free in http://extranjeros.mtin.es/es/ModelosSolicitudes/) should be filled, signed and copied. You need to submit original and copy.
b. Passport: the original and a copy of the page of your personal data (including expiry date), the visa and the stamp that shows your entry to European Union.
c. In case that your passport has not been stamped when you entered to the European Union, provide a copy of your travel ticket or any other document that can prove your entry date.
d. A registration letter from your school or university. It has to identify the duration and dates of your study (from October to June, for example). Original and copy.
e. Certification of economy means availability: you should submit bank statement shows that you have enough money to survive in Spain (around 600 euros a month).
f. Medical health insurance. Original and copy.
g. Three recent photographs (Carnet size in colour and with a white background). h. Your registration in the city hall (empadronamiento). Check (link to our part) for more info.
2) Once you have prepared all above documents, go to the police office located in Calle Guadalajara, 1-3 (it is the back side of a very big police office located at Calle Balmes, 192), in Barcelona. Their timetable is from Monday to Friday, from 9h to 14h. This procedure normally takes a quite long time, so prepare yourself to spend the whole morning of the day you go to apply to your card.
3) Once you have applied, they will give you a tax form, where you will have to pay around 10 euros. You will have to pay it and take it the day when you go to pick up your card up. You can pay this tax at any bank desk (from 9h to 14h) or at any ATM machine (the ones with bar reader).
4) You will be granted a one year residence card, if your studies are going to last more than a year, you should renew the card before your residence permit expires.
5) The residence permit card contains your identification number in Spain, called NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjeros) (Identification number of Foreigners). With this card you can also travel freely within all Schengen area.
If you are a citizen from outside the European Union and willing to stay in Barcelona for a year or more, then you have to apply for a residence card (called NIE, Numero de Indetificacion de Extranjeria). This residence card is used to replace the visa that you used to enter to Spain. You should start the procedure to obtain the card as soon as possible (within a month since your entrance to Spain).
In order to get your student residence card, you should follow the following procedure:
1) Prepare all the required documents: Once to apply, you should get the following documents prepared:
a. Application form: form Ex-17 (available for free in http://extranjeros.mtin.es/es/ModelosSolicitudes/) should be filled, signed and copied. You need to submit original and copy.
b. Passport: the original and a copy of the page of your personal data (including expiry date), the visa and the stamp that shows your entry to European Union.
c. In case that your passport has not been stamped when you entered to the European Union, provide a copy of your travel ticket or any other document that can prove your entry date.
d. A registration letter from your school or university. It has to identify the duration and dates of your study (from October to June, for example). Original and copy.
e. Certification of economy means availability: you should submit bank statement shows that you have enough money to survive in Spain (around 600 euros a month).
f. Medical health insurance. Original and copy.
g. Three recent photographs (Carnet size in colour and with a white background). h. Your registration in the city hall (empadronamiento). Check (link to our part) for more info.
2) Once you have prepared all above documents, go to the police office located in Calle Guadalajara, 1-3 (it is the back side of a very big police office located at Calle Balmes, 192), in Barcelona. Their timetable is from Monday to Friday, from 9h to 14h. This procedure normally takes a quite long time, so prepare yourself to spend the whole morning of the day you go to apply to your card.
3) Once you have applied, they will give you a tax form, where you will have to pay around 10 euros. You will have to pay it and take it the day when you go to pick up your card up. You can pay this tax at any bank desk (from 9h to 14h) or at any ATM machine (the ones with bar reader).
4) You will be granted a one year residence card, if your studies are going to last more than a year, you should renew the card before your residence permit expires.
5) The residence permit card contains your identification number in Spain, called NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjeros) (Identification number of Foreigners). With this card you can also travel freely within all Schengen area.
General info about barcelona
Barcelona is the capital of the Autonomous Community of Catalonia with a population of over 5 million people in the metropolitan area. The city provides a home to many people from all around the world with different cultures who live side by side. Barcelona is also very popular by tourists who come in great numbers and flood the city during the summer months. The intriguing history of Barcelona and her origins go back more than 2,500 years when Phoenicians and Carthaginians settled in the area and chose to have a commercial port. The architecture in the city still demonstrates her rich history for the ones who know where to look.
Every year thousands of students come to pursue their study or language courses in Barcelona. An increasing number of students have decided to pursue their Master here for the last couple of years. The Masters Lounge aims to accommodate the needs for students, especially those Master students who come to Barcelona to study. We have created an interactive on- and offline community powered by Master Students created for Master Students.
This community unites Master students so they can share their experiences, build an inter-school network and get great deals with Masters Lounge´s partner brands but also can help students who are thinking of coming to Barcelona and would like some inside information about where to study, where to live and general information regarding Barcelona. On this website a lot of information is featured but the most useful aspect is probably our forums. Here actual students, alumni and potential students can get in direct contact with each other and discuss anything freely.
Have a look here for practical information regarding Barcelona or the first things you should do upon arrival. For any questions you can always refer to our forum or contact us directly! The Masters Lounge vision is: Students for Students!!
Every year thousands of students come to pursue their study or language courses in Barcelona. An increasing number of students have decided to pursue their Master here for the last couple of years. The Masters Lounge aims to accommodate the needs for students, especially those Master students who come to Barcelona to study. We have created an interactive on- and offline community powered by Master Students created for Master Students.
This community unites Master students so they can share their experiences, build an inter-school network and get great deals with Masters Lounge´s partner brands but also can help students who are thinking of coming to Barcelona and would like some inside information about where to study, where to live and general information regarding Barcelona. On this website a lot of information is featured but the most useful aspect is probably our forums. Here actual students, alumni and potential students can get in direct contact with each other and discuss anything freely.
Have a look here for practical information regarding Barcelona or the first things you should do upon arrival. For any questions you can always refer to our forum or contact us directly! The Masters Lounge vision is: Students for Students!!
Barcelona is the capital of the Autonomous Community of Catalonia with a population of over 5 million people in the metropolitan area. The city provides a home to many people from all around the world with different cultures who live side by side.
Barcelona is also very popular by tourists who come in great numbers and flood the city during the summer months.
The intriguing history of Barcelona and her origins go back more than 2,500 years when Phoenicians and Carthaginians settled in the area and chose to have a commercial port.
The architecture in the city still demonstrates her rich history for the ones who know where to look.
Every year thousands of students come to pursue their study or language courses in Barcelona. An increasing number of students have decided to pursue their Master here for the last couple of years. The Masters Lounge aims to accommodate the needs for students, especially those Master students who come to Barcelona to study. We have created an interactive on- and offline community powered by Master Students created for Master Students.
This community unites Master students so they can share their experiences, build an inter-school network and get great deals with Masters Lounge´s partner brands but also can help students who are thinking of coming to Barcelona and would like some inside information about where to study, where to live and general information regarding Barcelona. On this website a lot of information is featured but the most useful aspect is probably our forums. Here actual students, alumni and potential students can get in direct contact with each other and discuss anything freely.
Have a look here for practical information regarding Barcelona or the first things you should do upon arrival. For any questions you can always refer to our forum or contact us directly! The Masters Lounge vision is: Students for Students!!
Barcelona is also very popular by tourists who come in great numbers and flood the city during the summer months.
The intriguing history of Barcelona and her origins go back more than 2,500 years when Phoenicians and Carthaginians settled in the area and chose to have a commercial port.
The architecture in the city still demonstrates her rich history for the ones who know where to look.
Every year thousands of students come to pursue their study or language courses in Barcelona. An increasing number of students have decided to pursue their Master here for the last couple of years. The Masters Lounge aims to accommodate the needs for students, especially those Master students who come to Barcelona to study. We have created an interactive on- and offline community powered by Master Students created for Master Students.
This community unites Master students so they can share their experiences, build an inter-school network and get great deals with Masters Lounge´s partner brands but also can help students who are thinking of coming to Barcelona and would like some inside information about where to study, where to live and general information regarding Barcelona. On this website a lot of information is featured but the most useful aspect is probably our forums. Here actual students, alumni and potential students can get in direct contact with each other and discuss anything freely.
Have a look here for practical information regarding Barcelona or the first things you should do upon arrival. For any questions you can always refer to our forum or contact us directly! The Masters Lounge vision is: Students for Students!!
Important phone numbers:
City Council & Resident information: 010
Generalitat: 012 (outside Catalunya 902 400 012)
Yellow pages (directory): 11888
Social Security Office 901 502 050
City Council: 900 226 226
Diputacio Provincial: 93 402 2222
Parliament Catalonia: 93 304 6500
Tourist Office: 93 285 3834 Water (Agbar): 900 700 720
Gas Natural: 900 750 750
Electricity (FECSA-ENDESA): 902 508 850
Telefonica 118 22
Post Office: 902 197 197
Funeral Services: 902 076 902
Social help (24hrs): 900 703 030
Office for Non-Discrimination: 93 413 2000
Embassies/ consulates:
Australia 93 490 90 13
Belgium 93 467 70 80 Diputacio, 303, l.
Brazil 93 488 22 88 Av. Diagonal, 468, 29
Canada 93 412 72 36 Pl. Catalunya, 9, 19 23.
Denmark 93 488 0222 Ftbla. de Catalunya 33, 39 lg.
France 93 270 30 00 Ftonda Universitat, 22B, 4rt.
Germany 93 292 10 00 Pg. de Gracia, 111, 19.
Great Britain 93 366 62 00 Av. Diagonal, 477, l3.
Netherlands 93 363 54 20 Av. Diagonal, 601
Ireland 93 491 50 21 Gran Via Carlos lll, 94
ltaly 93 467 73 05 C/ Mallorca 270
Russia 93 280 0220 Pearson Ave, 34
United States 93 280 22 27 Pg. Reina Elisenda Montcada, 23-25 3-25
For other consulates look on: www.embassiesabroad.com
lf you need any further Barcelona information look at our forum or contact us on info@altirobarcelona.com
Newspapers & media
Magazine:
Barcelona Connect is a handy English city guide of Barcelona and helps you to get the most out of your time in Barcelona! www.barcelonaconnect.com
Newspapers:
If you walk by any kiosk in Spain you will see the variety of newspapers and quantity of newspapers they hold. In addition to the local newspapers there are multiple other newspapers on Spain´s 17 communities, in case you are interested in reading specifically about one region. Some of the most common newspapers are:
El Pais: Spain´s largest and most read newspaper with a loosely/liberal political affiliation
El Mundo: Spain´s second largest newspaper with a light conservative political affiliation
La Rázon: Spain´s third largest newspaper with a clear conservative political affiliation
ABC: Spain´s fourth largest news paper with a clear liberal political affiliation
Your alternative and more economical option is to pick up one o f the free newspapers from people handing them outside the metro or around other crowded areas. Some of these are 20 Minutos, Metro, Qué!, and AND.
Television:
Spanish TV is probably not the best, but it´s a great way to learn Spanish! Basic cable usually includes six channels: the two state-owned TV-1 (La Primera) and TV-2 (La Dos) and four others run by private companies: Antena 3, La Cuatro, Telecinco, and La Sexta.
Radio
Here’s just a quick run-down of some of Spain’s most popular radio stations:
Cadena SER: The most listened to radio station in Spain. It’s a national station reporting on a mix of news, sports, talk shows and culture.
Los 40 Principales: Music station playing the most popular current music. M80: Music station playing popular music from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s.
Cadena COPE: Station dedicated principally to talk shows and politics.
Cadena 100: Popular music station.
Cadena Dial: Radio station that emits exclusively Spanish music.
Radio Nacional de España: This group consists of six radio stations. Tips and taxes Generally in Spain they are lower than in other countries in Europe.
Any tip will be appreciated, 10% is a good and acceptable reference point.
Electricity 220V 50 Hz is the standard power supply. Business hours General business hours in Barcelona are from 9am to 2pm and from 4pm to 8pm. Banks and government related establishments are usually just open in the morning. In restaurants you can generally only get warm food from 1pm to 4pm and in the evening after 6pm. Sandwiches and tapas are generally available during the whole day. Smoking In Barcelona Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed and public places: Clubs, restaurants, etc. To register with a doctor: Most people have only had positive feedback from the doctors in Spain, they are well-educated, practical, prescribe good drugs, and will treat you will respect. It´s a good idea to learn about the Spanish and Catalan health systems in the case of any consultation or emergency. The procedure for getting a doctor within the public health system is as follows: First of all you must have your empadronamiento.Once you have this, take your form to the local clinic (they should tell you where your clinic is at the registration centre for your empadronamiento). Present the form at the desk (you will be waiting for at least an hour so go with time) where they will hand you a card good for free public health care at your local doctor´s office. In case of an emergency you can take the card with you to the hospital and will receive free medical attention. If you are the type of person who prefers to stick to a prívate health insurance you can also check this link: http://tinyurl.com/24424xt with all the options and procedures for this. Pharmacies: Some are open all night and a large variety of medicines can be bought freely. To find your nearest open pharmacy at night time go to www.farmaciesdeguardia.com or call 93 244 0710. Public holidays: In Barcelona many places close for a whole month in August. In this time the majority of the Spanish go on holiday. Some shops and bars stay open especially in the tourist areas. The official public holidays in Barcelona in 2010 are:
1 January New Year´s Day
6 January Holy Kings Day
2 April Good Friday
5 April Easter Monday
1 May Labor Day
24 May Eastern
24 June San Juan Festival – there will be fireworks and parties on the beach
11 September Catalonia´s National Day
23-26 September Festival de La Mercè – The biggest festival in Barcelona
12 October day of ¨Hispanidad¨
1 November All Saints
6 December Constitution day
8 December Immaculate Conception Day
25 December – Christmas
Security
Barcelona is a city in which it is generally safe to walk around and use the public transport. Of course, like any other city of this size it is always advisable to take certain safety precautions and be aware of possible risks. It´s advised to especially be aware of pickpockets in the tourist areas. Most precautions come down to plain common sense, but underneath a few attention points: Pickpockets generally look for tourists – to avoid becoming a pickpocket victim put your belongings always in a secure place, close bags and keep valuables such as cameras and wallets in a safe place. Especially in the summer season they are very active, while on the streets, bars, restaurants and public transport so be careful not to be distracted. Try not to use bags that are easily opened. Be wary if people come (too) close to you while asking for directions, the time etc. Avoid leaving valuables unattended on the beach, for example while swimming Avoid walking in dark small streets alone at nighttime.
Languages
The main languages in Barcelona are Spanish and Catalan. Although almost half of the people are not originally from Catalonia the majority speak and understand it. English is not very wide spoken in Barcelona, considering the amounts of tourists coming every year. Spanish is clearly the most wide spoken language and also the language most foreigners choose to learn while coming to Barcelona. If you are interested in learning Spanish you can look here for an overview of language schools, coming through the Masters Lounge means that you will have a 5% discount on the schools featured.
Information points in Barcelona
Catalunya: Pl. de Catalunya, 17 soterrani,Daily 9-21h Oficina Rambla: Rampla del Estudis, 115, Daily 9-21h Sant Jaume: Ciutat, 2, Mon-Fri 8:30- 20h Estacio de Sants: Pl. dels Paisos Catalans, s/n hall, Mon-Fri 8-20h
Shopping
If you like shopping you will love Barcelona! Everything from bohemian markets to the luxury shops on Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona definitely has something for everyone! The pedestrian streets are nice for a walk while looking at all the variety of shops. You can start the tour up Las Ramblas and explore both sides of the two streets which are full of shops, boutiques and malls. Continue on Passeig de Gracia to admire the stores like Burberry and Louis Vuitton as well as the beautiful architecture that surrounds it.
Avenida Diagonal across almost all Barcelona also has a variety of shops and cozy restaurants on the road. If you are looking for beautiful and typical Spanish shops the L’Illa shopping center is what you are looking for. Also worth visiting are; Diagonal Mar, The Machinist, and the English Court
City Council & Resident information: 010
Generalitat: 012 (outside Catalunya 902 400 012)
Yellow pages (directory): 11888
Social Security Office 901 502 050
City Council: 900 226 226
Diputacio Provincial: 93 402 2222
Parliament Catalonia: 93 304 6500
Tourist Office: 93 285 3834 Water (Agbar): 900 700 720
Gas Natural: 900 750 750
Electricity (FECSA-ENDESA): 902 508 850
Telefonica 118 22
Post Office: 902 197 197
Funeral Services: 902 076 902
Social help (24hrs): 900 703 030
Office for Non-Discrimination: 93 413 2000
Embassies/ consulates:
Australia 93 490 90 13
Belgium 93 467 70 80 Diputacio, 303, l.
Brazil 93 488 22 88 Av. Diagonal, 468, 29
Canada 93 412 72 36 Pl. Catalunya, 9, 19 23.
Denmark 93 488 0222 Ftbla. de Catalunya 33, 39 lg.
France 93 270 30 00 Ftonda Universitat, 22B, 4rt.
Germany 93 292 10 00 Pg. de Gracia, 111, 19.
Great Britain 93 366 62 00 Av. Diagonal, 477, l3.
Netherlands 93 363 54 20 Av. Diagonal, 601
Ireland 93 491 50 21 Gran Via Carlos lll, 94
ltaly 93 467 73 05 C/ Mallorca 270
Russia 93 280 0220 Pearson Ave, 34
United States 93 280 22 27 Pg. Reina Elisenda Montcada, 23-25 3-25
For other consulates look on: www.embassiesabroad.com
lf you need any further Barcelona information look at our forum or contact us on info@altirobarcelona.com
Newspapers & media
Magazine:
Barcelona Connect is a handy English city guide of Barcelona and helps you to get the most out of your time in Barcelona! www.barcelonaconnect.com
Newspapers:
If you walk by any kiosk in Spain you will see the variety of newspapers and quantity of newspapers they hold. In addition to the local newspapers there are multiple other newspapers on Spain´s 17 communities, in case you are interested in reading specifically about one region. Some of the most common newspapers are:
El Pais: Spain´s largest and most read newspaper with a loosely/liberal political affiliation
El Mundo: Spain´s second largest newspaper with a light conservative political affiliation
La Rázon: Spain´s third largest newspaper with a clear conservative political affiliation
ABC: Spain´s fourth largest news paper with a clear liberal political affiliation
Your alternative and more economical option is to pick up one o f the free newspapers from people handing them outside the metro or around other crowded areas. Some of these are 20 Minutos, Metro, Qué!, and AND.
Television:
Spanish TV is probably not the best, but it´s a great way to learn Spanish! Basic cable usually includes six channels: the two state-owned TV-1 (La Primera) and TV-2 (La Dos) and four others run by private companies: Antena 3, La Cuatro, Telecinco, and La Sexta.
Radio
Here’s just a quick run-down of some of Spain’s most popular radio stations:
Cadena SER: The most listened to radio station in Spain. It’s a national station reporting on a mix of news, sports, talk shows and culture.
Los 40 Principales: Music station playing the most popular current music. M80: Music station playing popular music from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s.
Cadena COPE: Station dedicated principally to talk shows and politics.
Cadena 100: Popular music station.
Cadena Dial: Radio station that emits exclusively Spanish music.
Radio Nacional de España: This group consists of six radio stations. Tips and taxes Generally in Spain they are lower than in other countries in Europe.
Any tip will be appreciated, 10% is a good and acceptable reference point.
Electricity 220V 50 Hz is the standard power supply. Business hours General business hours in Barcelona are from 9am to 2pm and from 4pm to 8pm. Banks and government related establishments are usually just open in the morning. In restaurants you can generally only get warm food from 1pm to 4pm and in the evening after 6pm. Sandwiches and tapas are generally available during the whole day. Smoking In Barcelona Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed and public places: Clubs, restaurants, etc. To register with a doctor: Most people have only had positive feedback from the doctors in Spain, they are well-educated, practical, prescribe good drugs, and will treat you will respect. It´s a good idea to learn about the Spanish and Catalan health systems in the case of any consultation or emergency. The procedure for getting a doctor within the public health system is as follows: First of all you must have your empadronamiento.Once you have this, take your form to the local clinic (they should tell you where your clinic is at the registration centre for your empadronamiento). Present the form at the desk (you will be waiting for at least an hour so go with time) where they will hand you a card good for free public health care at your local doctor´s office. In case of an emergency you can take the card with you to the hospital and will receive free medical attention. If you are the type of person who prefers to stick to a prívate health insurance you can also check this link: http://tinyurl.com/24424xt with all the options and procedures for this. Pharmacies: Some are open all night and a large variety of medicines can be bought freely. To find your nearest open pharmacy at night time go to www.farmaciesdeguardia.com or call 93 244 0710. Public holidays: In Barcelona many places close for a whole month in August. In this time the majority of the Spanish go on holiday. Some shops and bars stay open especially in the tourist areas. The official public holidays in Barcelona in 2010 are:
1 January New Year´s Day
6 January Holy Kings Day
2 April Good Friday
5 April Easter Monday
1 May Labor Day
24 May Eastern
24 June San Juan Festival – there will be fireworks and parties on the beach
11 September Catalonia´s National Day
23-26 September Festival de La Mercè – The biggest festival in Barcelona
12 October day of ¨Hispanidad¨
1 November All Saints
6 December Constitution day
8 December Immaculate Conception Day
25 December – Christmas
Security
Barcelona is a city in which it is generally safe to walk around and use the public transport. Of course, like any other city of this size it is always advisable to take certain safety precautions and be aware of possible risks. It´s advised to especially be aware of pickpockets in the tourist areas. Most precautions come down to plain common sense, but underneath a few attention points: Pickpockets generally look for tourists – to avoid becoming a pickpocket victim put your belongings always in a secure place, close bags and keep valuables such as cameras and wallets in a safe place. Especially in the summer season they are very active, while on the streets, bars, restaurants and public transport so be careful not to be distracted. Try not to use bags that are easily opened. Be wary if people come (too) close to you while asking for directions, the time etc. Avoid leaving valuables unattended on the beach, for example while swimming Avoid walking in dark small streets alone at nighttime.
Languages
The main languages in Barcelona are Spanish and Catalan. Although almost half of the people are not originally from Catalonia the majority speak and understand it. English is not very wide spoken in Barcelona, considering the amounts of tourists coming every year. Spanish is clearly the most wide spoken language and also the language most foreigners choose to learn while coming to Barcelona. If you are interested in learning Spanish you can look here for an overview of language schools, coming through the Masters Lounge means that you will have a 5% discount on the schools featured.
Information points in Barcelona
Catalunya: Pl. de Catalunya, 17 soterrani,Daily 9-21h Oficina Rambla: Rampla del Estudis, 115, Daily 9-21h Sant Jaume: Ciutat, 2, Mon-Fri 8:30- 20h Estacio de Sants: Pl. dels Paisos Catalans, s/n hall, Mon-Fri 8-20h
Shopping
If you like shopping you will love Barcelona! Everything from bohemian markets to the luxury shops on Passeig de Gracia, Barcelona definitely has something for everyone! The pedestrian streets are nice for a walk while looking at all the variety of shops. You can start the tour up Las Ramblas and explore both sides of the two streets which are full of shops, boutiques and malls. Continue on Passeig de Gracia to admire the stores like Burberry and Louis Vuitton as well as the beautiful architecture that surrounds it.
Avenida Diagonal across almost all Barcelona also has a variety of shops and cozy restaurants on the road. If you are looking for beautiful and typical Spanish shops the L’Illa shopping center is what you are looking for. Also worth visiting are; Diagonal Mar, The Machinist, and the English Court
Currency & exchange
The currency in Spain, and therefore Barcelona, is the Euro like in most countries in the European Union. If you have leftovers of the old currency, the Spanish peseta, banks will unfortunately not change it anymore for Euros.
The best place to exchange money in Spain is at the banks; usually you will get a better rate than at the airport or in exchange offices. For actual exchange rates you could consult www.xe.com
Banks are generally open Monday to Friday from 08:30am to 2pm.
Tips & taxes
In Spain the tips are generally low compared to many other European countries. Any tip will be appreciated and a 10% tip is acceptable and a good point of reference; it´s not common to tip taxi drivers.
The currency in Spain, and therefore Barcelona, is the Euro like in most countries in the European Union. If you have leftovers of the old currency, the Spanish peseta, banks will unfortunately not change it anymore for Euros.
The best place to exchange money in Spain is at the banks; usually you will get a better rate than at the airport or in exchange offices. For actual exchange rates you could consult www.xe.com
Banks are generally open Monday to Friday from 08:30am to 2pm.
Tips & taxes
In Spain the tips are generally low compared to many other European countries. Any tip will be appreciated and a 10% tip is acceptable and a good point of reference; it´s not common to tip taxi drivers.
Metro, Ferrocarril, and buses
Barcelona has a clean, punctual (for the most part), air-conditioned metro and ferrocarril system that will take you to the major sites around Barcelona and some in the suburbs. The metro is especially useful in the summer when it is too hot or winter when it´s too cold to walk everywhere.
Each individual journey is 1.40 Euros and the cards work both for metro, ferrocarril, and buses.
Master Tip: If you want a more economical option, buy either the T-10 card (valid for 10 journeys), or the T 50/30 (valid for 50 journeys in 30 days). These cards are easy to lose, make sure you take care of them!
The operating hours for the metro system are shown in the table below. Normally you wont have to wait more than 5 mins for a train to arrive. However, on Sundays the trains and buses do run a little less frequently.
Metro operating hours
Day of the week
Lines 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 11
Monday-Thursday
05:00 – 24:00
Sunday & holidays
05:00 – 24:00
Friday
05:00 – 02:00
Saturday and day prior to 1/1, 24/6, 15/8 and 24/9
Continuous Service
December 24th
05:00 – 23:00
For a printable version of the metro map click here:
www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/maps/barcelona-metro-map-printable.html
The buses run a little less often than the metro and ferrocarril, about every 7-10 minutes, and with longer intervals on Sundays. After 11 pm the buses stop running and the Nit buses (Night buses or as you will see them signaled N1, N2, N3, etc) which run with less frequency but all night long.
If you want more information on tickets, timetables, and even help on specific routes or how to get from point A to point B go to the official TMB (Transports Metropolitan de Barcelona) website : www.tmb.cat
Taxis
The taxis are obviously not the cheaper option but nevertheless there are times we might need something fast, efficient, any day and hour.
Barcelona Radio Taxis – Tel: (0034) 93 303 3033
Barcelona Taxi Firms That Also Have Handicapped adapted Taxis
Tel: (0034) 93 322 2222
Tel: (0034) 93 307 0707
Tel: (0034) 93 420 8088
Renfe
The RENFE train service runs approximately every 30 minutes to and from Barcelona airport to the city centre. Travel time approximately 25 minutes.
You can catch the train from Clot, Passeig de Gracia, or Barcelona Sants (otherwise known as Sants Estacio). The name of the stop you want for the airport is Aeropuerto.
If you are travelling from the airport to the city centre you can get off at Barcelona Sants, Passeig de Gracia or Clot which is serviced by metro stops. From these you can change to the Barcelona metro system to go to your final destination.
If you have not bought a T10 ticket and just purchased a normal ticket then you will have to buy another ticket for the change at Estacio Sants Barcelona Sants. If you have a T10 ticket you can change without paying an additional charge. The metro runs directly from Barcelona Sants station and from Passeig de Gracia.
*Barcelona airport: 902 404 704
http://www.castelldefels.com/aeroport/index.html
*Girona airport: 97 218 6606
http://www.girona-airport.net/
*Euro Lines: 93 367 4400
www.eurolines.es
*Renfe trains: 902 240 202
www.renfe.es
*Ferrocarriles: 93 205 1515
Station Barcelona North Bus: 902 260 606
www.barcelonanord.com
Car hire at the airport of Barcelona
Hertz: 93 356 1139
Avis: 902 480 321
National ATESA: 93 298 3433
Europcar: 902 105 055
Arriving to airports:
Barcelona Airport
Bus A1 o A2 from Pl. Catalunya, or bus 46 from Pl. España. Trains leave from Sants station.
Girona Airport
You can take the bus from ¨ Estación del Nord¨
Electricity in europe
European electric voltage and frequency are not the same as in America, and also the plugs are different.
The voltage throughout Europe is 220 volts 50 Hz. American voltage is only 110 volt 60Hz.
To use electrical appliances in Europe, some hardware is needed in order to plug in without lectrocuting your machine, and maybe yourself. Your best option to do this is the European Plug Adaptor.
Master Tip: We urge you to absolutely avoid using devices called «converters.» (Electronic device designed to reduce 220 volts to 110 volts). They are potentially hazardous to your equipment.
The voltage throughout Europe is 220 volts 50 Hz. American voltage is only 110 volt 60Hz.
To use electrical appliances in Europe, some hardware is needed in order to plug in without lectrocuting your machine, and maybe yourself. Your best option to do this is the European Plug Adaptor.
Master Tip: We urge you to absolutely avoid using devices called «converters.» (Electronic device designed to reduce 220 volts to 110 volts). They are potentially hazardous to your equipment.
European electric voltage and frequency are not the same as in America, and also the plugs are different.
The voltage throughout Europe is 220 volts 50 Hz. American voltage is only 110 volt 60Hz.
To use electrical appliances in Europe, some hardware is needed in order to plug in without lectrocuting your machine, and maybe yourself. Your best option to do this is the European Plug Adaptor.
Master Tip: We urge you to absolutely avoid using devices called «converters.» (Electronic device designed to reduce 220 volts to 110 volts). They are potentially hazardous to your equipment.
The voltage throughout Europe is 220 volts 50 Hz. American voltage is only 110 volt 60Hz.
To use electrical appliances in Europe, some hardware is needed in order to plug in without lectrocuting your machine, and maybe yourself. Your best option to do this is the European Plug Adaptor.
Master Tip: We urge you to absolutely avoid using devices called «converters.» (Electronic device designed to reduce 220 volts to 110 volts). They are potentially hazardous to your equipment.
Emergency telephone numbers
112 General Emergencies
061 Medical Emergencies
080 FireServices
092 GuárdiaUrbana (local Police )
088 Mossosd´Esquadra, Catalanpoliceforce
091 Policía Nacional (Nationa Police)
062 Guardia Civil
Police Station
Pl.Catalunya: 93 412 0700
Police Station Ciutat-Vella, Nou de la Rambla 76-78: 93 306 2300
Police Station Gracia:Av. Hospital Militar 169-220: 93 306 2320
To report a robbery:
Go to a Mossos d’Esquadra police station. You will need to file and report what happened in order to make any insurance claims.
For lost and stolen credit cards:
Visa: 91 362 6200
American Express: 902 375 637
Catlunya Caixa: 93 479 9914
Bankia: 902 246 810
Servired Cards: 902 224 466
Diners Club: 902 401 112
El Corte lnglés Card: 901 122122
LaCaixa: 93 330 7009
Medical emergencies & assistance
Medicines (night home delivery):932188888 – 934084345 – 934178834
Red Cross:Dos de Maig, 301 Eixample 93 507 2700
Hospital Clinic i Provincial: 93 227 5400
Hospital Del Mar: 93 248 3000
Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau: 93 291 9000
Hospital Sant Joan de Deu: 93 253 2100
Hospital Dos De Maig 93 507 2700
Hospital Universitari del Sagrat Cor 93 322 11 11
Centro Casanovas Ginecologia 93 426 9734
Medical information: 012
Medical Centres: 902 111 444
Maternity Hospital: 93 227 5600
Vet: 93 205 3166
AIDS helpine: 900 212 222
Help line for children: 900 300 777
Help line for drug dependence: 93 412 0412
061 Medical Emergencies
080 FireServices
092 GuárdiaUrbana (local Police )
088 Mossosd´Esquadra, Catalanpoliceforce
091 Policía Nacional (Nationa Police)
062 Guardia Civil
Police Station
Pl.Catalunya: 93 412 0700
Police Station Ciutat-Vella, Nou de la Rambla 76-78: 93 306 2300
Police Station Gracia:Av. Hospital Militar 169-220: 93 306 2320
To report a robbery:
Go to a Mossos d’Esquadra police station. You will need to file and report what happened in order to make any insurance claims.
For lost and stolen credit cards:
Visa: 91 362 6200
American Express: 902 375 637
Catlunya Caixa: 93 479 9914
Bankia: 902 246 810
Servired Cards: 902 224 466
Diners Club: 902 401 112
El Corte lnglés Card: 901 122122
LaCaixa: 93 330 7009
Medical emergencies & assistance
Medicines (night home delivery):932188888 – 934084345 – 934178834
Red Cross:Dos de Maig, 301 Eixample 93 507 2700
Hospital Clinic i Provincial: 93 227 5400
Hospital Del Mar: 93 248 3000
Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau: 93 291 9000
Hospital Sant Joan de Deu: 93 253 2100
Hospital Dos De Maig 93 507 2700
Hospital Universitari del Sagrat Cor 93 322 11 11
Centro Casanovas Ginecologia 93 426 9734
Medical information: 012
Medical Centres: 902 111 444
Maternity Hospital: 93 227 5600
Vet: 93 205 3166
AIDS helpine: 900 212 222
Help line for children: 900 300 777
Help line for drug dependence: 93 412 0412
112 General Emergencies
061 Medical Emergencies
080 FireServices
092 GuárdiaUrbana (local Police )
088 Mossosd´Esquadra, Catalanpoliceforce
091 Policía Nacional (Nationa Police)
062 Guardia Civil
Police Station Pl.Catalunya: 93 412 0700
Police Station Ciutat-Vella, Nou de la Rambla 76-78: 93 306 2300
Police Station Gracia:Av. Hospital Militar 169-220: 93 306 2320
061 Medical Emergencies
080 FireServices
092 GuárdiaUrbana (local Police )
088 Mossosd´Esquadra, Catalanpoliceforce
091 Policía Nacional (Nationa Police)
062 Guardia Civil
Police Station Pl.Catalunya: 93 412 0700
Police Station Ciutat-Vella, Nou de la Rambla 76-78: 93 306 2300
Police Station Gracia:Av. Hospital Militar 169-220: 93 306 2320
Go to a Mossos d’Esquadra police station. You will need to file and report what happened in order to make any insurance claims.
For lost and stolen credit cards:
Visa: 91 362 6200
American Express: 902 375 637
Catlunya Caixa: 93 479 9914
Bankia: 902 246 810
Servired Cards: 902 224 466
Diners Club: 902 401 112
El Corte lnglés Card: 901 122122
LaCaixa: 93 330 7009
For lost and stolen credit cards:
Visa: 91 362 6200
American Express: 902 375 637
Catlunya Caixa: 93 479 9914
Bankia: 902 246 810
Servired Cards: 902 224 466
Diners Club: 902 401 112
El Corte lnglés Card: 901 122122
LaCaixa: 93 330 7009
Medicines (night home delivery):932188888 – 934084345 – 934178834
Red Cross:Dos de Maig, 301 Eixample 93 507 2700
Hospital Clinic i Provincial: 93 227 5400 Hospital Del Mar: 93 248 3000
Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau: 93 291 9000
Hospital Sant Joan de Deu: 93 253 2100
Hospital Dos De Maig 93 507 2700
Hospital Universitari del Sagrat Cor 93 322 11 11
Centro Casanovas Ginecologia 93 426 9734
Medical information: 012
Medical Centres: 902 111 444
Maternity Hospital: 93 227 5600
Vet: 93 205 3166
AIDS helpine: 900 212 222
Help line for children: 900 300 777
Help line for drug dependence: 93 412 0412
Red Cross:Dos de Maig, 301 Eixample 93 507 2700
Hospital Clinic i Provincial: 93 227 5400 Hospital Del Mar: 93 248 3000
Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau: 93 291 9000
Hospital Sant Joan de Deu: 93 253 2100
Hospital Dos De Maig 93 507 2700
Hospital Universitari del Sagrat Cor 93 322 11 11
Centro Casanovas Ginecologia 93 426 9734
Medical information: 012
Medical Centres: 902 111 444
Maternity Hospital: 93 227 5600
Vet: 93 205 3166
AIDS helpine: 900 212 222
Help line for children: 900 300 777
Help line for drug dependence: 93 412 0412
