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How can I get broadband without a landline: full guide

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If you’re like a lot of Spanish households, you’d probably rarely use your landline. A large number of broadband customers are still paying for a landline just because they think they need to. Before addressing this article in depth with the different options and advantages of the available services, I would like to remind you of the previous blog that we have published on the same subject.

Can I get broadband without a landline?

Yes, it is totally possible to have Internet at home without a landline.

Internet without landline? This means you can get internet access without a land line. As we use the internet more, people are using their home phone lines.

The for ways you can access broadband in Spain are ADSL, fibre-optic, cable network, 4G mobile broadband.

Each of these connections have their own benefits and downsides, and some have more limited availability than others if you want to get broadband without line rental.

ADSL

Less and less available in Spain, only in those places where fiber has not arrived at the moment. It’s delivered exclusively via copper phone line network, so you’ll need a landline in order to access the internet on this connection, even if you don’t want or need one for calls.

If ADSL is the only type of broadband available at your property, then it looks like you’ll need to keep paying for line rental and service charges in order to maintain access to your broadband.

Broadband fiber

It may actually work out to be cheaper to upgrade to a fiber broadband connection if you’ve been on your ADSL.

But even if you do upgrade to fiber, most of these connections will also require a landline to work.

So how can I get home internet without a phone line?

Your best bet if you want to get broadband without landline rental is to consider mobile broadband. With 4G essentially becoming the standard mobile connection in most areas, and 5G rolling out to an increasing number of locations, mobile broadband has a very wide amount of coverage and is getting faster than ever.

A 5G mobile broadband hub could legitimately compete with some ultrafast fixed-broadband speeds, so it may be a great alternative if you don’t want to keep paying for a landline you never use.

It’s mainly designed for people in remote areas who can’t access a fixed-line connection or a good mobile signal. If you’ve exhausted all other routes, it could be a viable option.

Internet without landline alternatives

If you have access to either full fibre broadband, cable broadband or 4G/5G mobile broadband, you could say goodbye to your traditional landline and still access great broadband speeds. So here are some pros and cons of each:

Dongle Wi-Fi and mobile broadband

If you’re set on getting broadband without a landline, then mobile broadband may be a good solution. Mobile broadband that runs on a 4G network will have average speeds of 24Mbps, which would be enough for basic online activities like email, Facebook, video calling and a bit of streaming.

Mobile broadband is a very flexible option, since it can provide you with broadband without a phone line and no contract, and it gives you access to your internet connection wherever you are.

Mobile broadband or a fiber

Advantages of fiber vs 4G at home:

Broadband provides access to the highest quality internet services, our current way of life requires an appropriate internet service, services such as videoconference that require large amounts of data transmission. Broadband access is constant. It does not block phone lines, and there is no need to reconnect each time you need to use the internet

Possibility of watching the television of your country, your series in streaming on several devices at the same time or your children playing on the video-console while you surf with your computer.

It is also essential for Telework: Digital connectivity empowers professionals to telework, providing the opportunity to work for organizations anywhere in the world from a residence.

The high speed provided by Fiber Optic allows the whole family to use the Internet. With Fiber Optic you can watch online content in high definition without cuts and without losing image quality.

4G at home advantages:

4G at home has other advantages such as that you can take Internet wherever you want, if you have two houses or residences you can take your 4G Internet to the house you want, without having to process any transfer or anything or If you go on a trip you can have Internet in the Hotel or apartment where you stay, you will no longer have to go looking for free Wi-Fi everywhere, since you will always have Wi-Fi available wherever you are.

Another important advantage / opportunity is that when the 5G network is extended, these routers will change and it will be possible to navigate with 5G with an incredible speed.

We can also offer you another service that is being increasingly demanded by our customers, data sim card with a large amount of GB and with an even lower price than the Unlimited 4G Router. We currently have two types of data sim card with 400 or 300GB and roaming in zone 1 (Europe) in case you want to move outside of Spain and continue enjoying a high-speed internet service for your family. You can use this sim card in a mifi router to share the internet in your apartment, motorhome or wherever you want, you can also use it from a device such as a mobile phone, tablet, etc…

Why pay for a landline if you never use it?. Is broadband without a phone cheaper?

It’s often the case broadband package with no phone line are more expensive than ones that include line rental. So even though you can get broadband without a phone line, it may still be cheaper in some cases to get a landline and just not use it.

The best Broadband service for your needs

With Tiekom you will not find closed packages, so you can choose the combination you want. For example, to hire a mobile line with a lot of data you will not have to pay for the maximum Fiber speed or for additional lines that in the end you will not use.

If the traditional Internet rates do not satisfy your connection needs, choose Tiekom’s Fiber Optic. You can choose between symmetric speed services: up to 1.000 MB.

Multi-device experience. The high speed provided by Fiber Optic allows the whole family to use the Internet.

Finally, also mention that the registration process is easy, clear, fast, and simple.

Our goal is to offering them the best service and the best offers so that you feel at home and do not have to worry about anything, just enjoy

Visit our website where you can find all the information about our company and our services or contact us by email: sales@tiekom.com In all cases we will be happy to help you!

Working in Spain after brexit: new rules for expats

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More than a third of the British expat population in Europe live in Spain. But gone are the days when you could freely move, live, work, study, or retire in any EU country of choice. Since 2021, all Brits are now classified as non-European citizens.

From an immigration perspective, this clearly has an impact on entry requirements to Spain, your duration of stay, and what kind of activities you’re legally allowed to do. To help you through this, we’ll go over the new rules for living in Spain after Brexit. We also recommend our previously published blogs: A british in spain: first tips and Moving to Spain from UK: 5 mistakes to avoid

What changed for UK people after brexit

Main consequences after Brexit, in three points

• End of freedom of movement: You can continue to travel without a visa, but only for short stays.

• Visas to work: the United Kingdom will implement a new system based on points and the EU will apply the rules for third countries.

• Exit from the single market: There will be no additional tariffs between exports and imports, but customs security controls will be imposed that could delay the fluid exchange of goods.

Can UK citizens live in Spain?

Can I still move to Spain now that the Brexit transition period has ended? Yes, you can still apply for residency in Spain like other non-EU nationals.

UK citizens can continue living in Spain after Brexit; as agreed upon in the European Union Withdrawal Act.

The Withdrawal ACT (WA) included a transition period during which UK citizens who’ve moved to Spain prior to January 1st, 2021 could register as a resident to get a special residence permit. This residence permit ensures that all UK citizens, and their dependents, can continue enjoying the same rights as pre-Brexit.

Under this Act, British citizens who’ve lived in Spain for 5 years or more had the opportunity to exchange their existing residence permit and get a long-term residence permit (permiso de residencia de larga duración) valid for 10 years. Those who’ve yet to complete 5 uninterrupted years of residence in Spain can still apply for this long term residence permit after 5 years of legal residence.

Moving to Spain from UK for work

If you are an employee then the company employing you is likely to take care of your application to remain in Spain.

If, however, you want either to begin living in Spain post Brexit, or you need to extend your period of residence as without permission to work to five years to be able to apply for indefinite permission to reside there, you will need to apply either for  (a) a “permiso de residencia no lucrativa”, or permission to reside without the right to work there, whether by working for oneself, or for someone else, or (b) permission to reside in Spain as a self-employed person, whether in your own name or as an owner and manager of a company, working for yourself.

Moving to Spain as a self employed person

If, on the other hand, you intend to work for yourself in Spain, then as well as complying with the same requirements for permission to reside as are applicable to someone without permission to work, you will need to demonstrate that you are able to comply with the Spanish rules currently in force in relation to the commercial activity in question, including evidence of any qualifications that entitle you to carry out that activity, that you have sufficient funds to invest in the activity to make it viable, and an indication of the number of people you may employ, if any. 

You will also need to show that in addition to the funds available for investment in your economic activity you have sufficient funds to support yourself, which will be the same as those required for people applying for indefinite permission to reside, as set out above.

Get a job and live your dream

One of the biggest blows for British people as a result of Brexit is finding a company that sponsors a work visa. Finding a job in Spain isn’t as easy anymore as you would need a Spanish company to convince the government that they couldn’t find any EU citizen suitable for the job. In other words, say goodbye to jobs like bartending, event planner, or office assistant because those employers won’t sponsor a visa.

To find a job that will get you a visa, you’d be better off by applying for jobs that either require highly skilled migrants or jobs that are on the government’s official job shortage list.

Another important point to take into account for a person who wants to work in Spain is the language, getting by day-to-day without any Spanish is possible in some areas. Major cities and tourist areas offer many services in English, but you do miss out on a part of life without learning the local language.

This is one of the main reasons that explain the success of Tiekom, becoming a specialized provider of telecommunications and other services for expats

In all cases, we seek a value offer that is adapted to the sensitivity and needs of each client, facilitating through our commercial channel a personalized attention in inglish.

The main services that we recommend making your stay in Spain more pleasant are:

Fibre Optic: We have the most varied broadband offer with the speed and price you need for your home.

International mobile plans: We offer you the possibility of contracting mobile plans with different GB and 600 minutes in international calls to keep in touch with your relatives in the UK.

Energy: If you want to save on your electricity bill, Tiekom Energy offers you the best solution.

IP TV for UK and DZAN: We also suggest that you hire the best TV offer in your country with the main channels, more than 150 channels from UK, Germany, France, Switzerland, and the Nordics.

Security systems: If you want to be completely safe when you are at home in Spain or when you are in the UK, we recommend that you hire our latest generation security systems.

Spain is a fantastically well developed country with an excellent standard of living. The cost of living there is very low compared to other European countries, the locals are friendly and the lifestyle is cheerful.

So if you are thinking of a nice sunny place to work, you might want to live in Spain.

Living in Spain as an expat: How to feel at home

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In this article we will focus on advising you so that you can feel at home when you come to Spain, helping you with the first needs of your new home and some advice about the services you should hire.

Why expats love Spain

Spain’s wonderful climate, culture and nature have long held it as one of our most desirable expat destinations.

Spain is the number one destination for so many of us who are considering relocating abroad for a healthier more relaxed lifestyle coupled with a fantastic climate. Europeans especially love Spain for its proximity and glorious weather. You can check here our blog with the best places to retire in Spain.

The number of people moving to Spain continues to grow every year. There are compelling reasons for this, first and foremost is that Spain tantalizes us with the offer of an amazing sun-filled lifestyle, cultural offer, gastronomy, its people and the cost of living.

Spain as an ideal expat destination

Spain is an incredible country. Climate, culture and carácter. Spain has it all in abundance. Many people who have already moved to Spain wouldn’t just say it was a good idea.

Like any country, Spain has its advantages and disadvantages. For expats, there are definitely more advantages than disadvantages to moving to Spain. Some of the advantages would be:

Spain offers great value for money

This is a vital consideration, especially for retirees. You naturally want your retirement income not just to last, but to allow you to afford a better lifestyle than you would have in your home country.

Living in Spain is cheaper than in the USA, UK or any other northern European country. For a single person, a budget of €2,000-2,200 a month is enough for a comfortable life in any place of Spain.

A healthy sunny climate 

The climate is fantastic with Spain averaging 137 days of sunshine compared to just the 52 that we have each year in the UK. There are some microclimate places in Spain that have mild weather all year round which is extremely beneficial for your health and longevity. 

Traveling to Spain and around Spain

All regions of the country are accessible from all parts of the world and usually for a fair price.

Plus, Spain itself is a well-connected country. The travel within it is very easy with decent public transport connecting the whole country. High-speed trains, internal flights and bus services are the easiest ways to get around. 

Spain’s culture

The cuisine in Spain is thoroughly appealing, the wine is delicious, the history of the nation is fascinating, and then to cap it all off, much of the scenery in Spain is breathtakingly magnificent. 

Key facts for an easier move / Language barriers

Moving to Spain probably means you’re going to experience quite a radical though it doesn’t take long to adapt to the change in culture.

As you start to accept the new culture you’re living in you can expect a positive change in your quality of life, with an enhanced feeling of well-being. It might sound insignificant, however, this new feeling of well-being is deeply addictive, and once you’ve experienced it you will want to hang on to it.

That’s why so many expats fall in love with Spain – it’s easier to feel well and enjoy life there.

Depending on where exactly you are planning to live in Spain, you might need to learn Spanish. Actually, even if you are moving to a big expat community, learning the lingo will do you a lot of good. All the paperwork in Spain is done in Spanish, it always helps when you know what you’re signing! 

Don’t get us wrong, there are plenty of expats who live comfortably in Spain without speaking a word of the language, you can find them in the most popular expat destinations in Spain.

There are some companies like Tiekom that help you overcome the language barrier when it comes to contracting the main services for your home when you arrive in Spain, their entire offer is aimed at covering the main needs of expats and always in their language.

The cost of utilities in Spain 

Utilities in Spain are in relation to the cost of living in Spain, they are, in general, cheap and of good quality. In order to choose the best service provider we advise you to choose those according to your needs, Tiekom is a telecom and services provider focus on the expats living in Spain. Your home will be fully equipped with the best broadband, mobile, energy, IP tv, security systems, home and health insurance, others.. All with the best quality and personalized attention in your language.

Few tips to help make your money go further:

Research the areas when buying a property

It’s always worth investing time before buying a property in Spain to get to know which areas of your chosen region offer the best value for money. You can make significant savings on your property purchase by looking 5-10km outside of the most in-demand locations. 

Shop like a local

You’ll be able to make savings on your day to day living costs if you adopt a more Spanish approach to shopping. Instead of using a single supermarket to purchase all your groceries take time to explore Spain’s open markets. You’ll have a great time and you’ll be able to enjoy fresh local seasonal produce for less than you would pay in the supermarket.

Choose the right providers for your services

It is very important that you always choose the right providers for essential services, this will allow you to have a better service with a better price, remember that feeling like at home and enjoying your stay here is essential. Remember that this is where Tiekom can help you.

Feel at home living in Spain

Spain is a fantastically well-developed country with an excellent standard of living. The cost of living there is very low compared to other European countries, the friendly locals and breezy lifestyle are excellent for retirement, so you can spend your golden years in peace.

So if you’re thinking of somewhere nice and sunny for your retirement, then you might want to live in Spain.

Remember  also that at Tiekom we are happy to help you and to make your life easier here. Check our services for foreigners in Spain.

Cheap broadband without phone line in Spain: quality vs. price

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As we have already mentioned in previous blogs, such as the one published last december: Broadband without a phone line, which refers to the possibility of contracting an internet service at home without the need for a landline.

In this blog we are going to detail the advantages and disadvantages of this service and some tips that can help you make a decision about which service is most appropriate for your needs and price.

Internet without landline? This means you can get internet access without a land line. As we use the internet more, people are using their home phone lines and cable less. Meaning a landline isn’t always necessary. One of the most common options for those who only want internet and also in those areas where the fiber coverage of the large operators is not good is mobile broadband, which is delivered via 4G like a mobile network, Neither, however, are quite as reliable as a standard wired home connection

If you want to get internet service without cable or a phone line, we’ll give you some tips and ways you can access the internet without cable or home phone services.

Advantages of each type of service

Advantages of fiber vs 4G at home:

Broadband provides access to the highest quality internet services, our current way of life requires an appropriate internet service, services such as videoconference that require large amounts of data transmission. Broadband access is constant. It does not block phone lines, and there is no need to reconnect each time you need to use the internet

Possibility of watching the television of your country, your series in streaming on several devices at the same time or your children playing on the video-console while you surf with your computer.

It is also essential for Telework: Digital connectivity empowers professionals to telework, providing the opportunity to work for organizations anywhere in the world from a residence.

With Tiekom you will not find closed packages, so you can choose the combination you want. You can choose between symmetric speed services: up to 1,000 MB both upstream and downstream.

Multi-device experience. The high speed provided by Fiber Optic allows the whole family to use the Internet.

Without cuts. With Fiber Optic you can watch online content in high definition without cuts and without losing image quality.

4G at home advantages:

4G at home has other advantages such as that you can take Internet wherever you want, if you have two houses or residences you can take your 4G Internet to the house you want, without having to process any transfer or anything or If you go on a trip you can have Internet in the Hotel or apartment where you stay, you will no longer have to go looking for free Wi-Fi everywhere, since you will always have Wi-Fi available wherever you are.

Another important advantage / opportunity is that when the 5G network is extended, these routers will change and it will be possible to navigate with 5G with an incredible speed.

As we use the internet more, people are using their home phone lines and cable less. In fact, many families now use their smartphones as the primary way they view content from streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.

Mobile broadband is a very flexible option

giving you access to your internet connection wherever you are, and it’s often the cheapest broadband without line rental available.

Currently, Tiekom has the most widely available fixed broadband network that doesn’t need a phone line.

However, it’s often the case broadband package with no phone line are more expensive than ones that include line rental. So even though you can get broadband without a phone line, it may still be cheaper in some cases to get a landline and just not use it.

Some points to take into account when hiring the 4G service:

Check your internet needs

If you have a normal data consumption, 4G is enough but if you are a data user for downloads, games, streaming, etc… surely you will need a high-speed fiber connection.

Packages offered by your trusted operator

Generally the landline phone is included and it can be more interesting than hiring a 4G. It is important to see the fiber packages and offers that can be more profitable than 4G even if the landline phone is included.

4G service is recommended

For those areas where there is no fiber (rural areas), it is the best solution to bring internet to your home.

It can also be interesting for shared flats of students or passing tourists who will be in the country for a short time.

Check the fiber cost

First and study before hiring the service the one that best suits your needs, the offer it has and the conditions it offers you.

Tiekom offers you the best services for your home: Telecommunications (internet and mobile), energy, Television of your country, security systems …

You can find all the information about our company and our services on the Tiekom website or by email: sales@tiekom.com In all cases we will be happy to help you.

3 Reasons why you need broadband fiber in Spain

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If you are one of those who have decided to live or spend long periods outside of your country and come to Spain to enjoy all the advantages that this country offers congratulations!, but don’t forget that one of the important implications will be that you will need a good telecommunications service, the safest, with the best speed and download capacity. There are many fiber offers but not all of them meet the benefits that TIEKOM offers you

At this point we can assure you that Tiekom offers you the best service tailored to your needs:

1.- Customer service:

Our customer service is exceptional; we have the recognition of our current clients. Our entire team is dedicated to offering you the best quality of service in your language. We also offer billing and technical service in your language so that it is not a barrier for you and you can communicate with us easily.

We have the best Fiber coverage in Spain, reaching places where other competitors do not.

2.- Highest quality:

Broadband provides access to the highest quality internet services, our current way of life requires an appropriate internet service, services such as video-conference that require large amounts of data transmission. Broadband access is constant. It does not block phone lines, and there is no need to reconnect each time you need to use the internet

Possibility of watching the television of your country, your series in streaming on several devices at the same time or your children playing on the video-console while you surf with your computer.

Broadband also helps the introduction of the famous Internet of Things: You may have heard of this increasing trend as homes and appliances become “smart.” Beyond smart-phones, tablets, watches, and computers, every day more and more connectivity is being developed into smart home electronics, applications and appliances.

It is also essential for Telework: Digital connectivity empowers professionals to telework, providing the opportunity to work for organizations anywhere in the world from a residence. Additionally, individual and small and home-based businesses can be established and grown with high-speed Internet connectivity.

3.- Easy, clear, fast, and simple:

With Tiekom you will not find closed packages, so you can choose the combination you want. For example, to hire a mobile line with a lot of data you will not have to pay for the maximum fiber speed or for additional lines that in the end you will not use.

Upload large files. If the traditional Internet rates, with much lower upload speed than file download speed, do not satisfy your connection needs, choose Tiekom’s Fiber Optic. You can choose between symmetric speed services: up to 1,000 Mb both upstream and downstream.

Multi-device experience. The high speed provided by Fiber Optic allows the whole family to use the Internet.

Without cuts. With Fiber Optic you can watch online content in high definition without cuts and without losing image quality.

Finally, also mention that the registration process is easy, clear, fast, and simple.

Our goal is to create a trusted environment for our clients offering them the best service, that is why we offer solutions and offers so that you feel at home and do not have to worry about anything, just enjoy the advantages of living in our country .

Visit our website where you can find all the information about our company and our services or contact us by email: sales@tiekom.com In all cases we will be happy to help you!

Tiekom, the telecom and services company for foreigners

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Spain is currently one of the most attractive places in Europe to live. Spain is the sunniest country in Europe. With its ideal location, a bit colder in the north and sunny in the south, no wonder Spain in the target location of Europeans to live. Its history reveals many and very rich gastronomic traditions. It has a lot of beautiful buildings and architectural works. In addition, it is also characterized by a huge cultural legacy, with important painters, writers and musicians. In addition, it has a very high-quality educational service, which has allowed it to become the third European country with the highest rate of foreign students from different parts of the world.

Residency in Spain is an excellent immigration opportunity, ideal for foreign citizens who wish to: retire, establish their own business, invest in assets or study in our country.

The phenomenon of expatriates is a reality that is growing significantly, as evidenced by the fact that in the last four years the number of expatriates has not stopped growing and recently with the incorporation of the teleworking model it is expected to grow even more.

The main needs or challenges that the foreigner faces when arriving in our country would be the following:

Find house:

Spain has a large multitude of companies and real estate agencies dedicated to this work that will surely offer you the most suitable home for your tastes and needs. Tiekom has signed a collaboration agreement with one of the most recognized companies in the sector offering offers of the best quality: mtspain.

Trusted provider:

Once you have found your ideal home, remember that Tiekom can offer you the best services for your home: Tiekom energy and Tiekom Security Systems.

Another of the fundamental needs is to have a telecommunications company with a quality service, adapted to your needs and that provides the service in your language. This is where Tiekom can offer you the perfect fiber, mobile and television service with the main channels in your country.

Health:

In addition, another of the main concerns of foreigners residing in Spain is where to go in case of illness. Tiekom, aware of this reality and in its constant commitment to anticipate the needs of its clients, offers its Video-consultation service with which the client will be attended in English. One of the main advantages of the service is that it will serve the client in language and that it will provide the peace of mind and security that they need in the face of health-related issues. The language of the country is another concern of expatriates traveling with family and therefore, being able to be attended in their own language will always be welcome

we must always stay safe and healthy. That’s why we decided to offer you an exclusive service for you with the leading company in health SANITAS, with more than 45,000 Specialists and more than 1,200 Hospitals, without queues, without waiting.

How do I access the SANITAS video consultation service?

Through the system itself. You will need a device with an internet connection to navigate properly.

If your mobile phone, tablet or computer has an internet connection, speaker and camera, you can connect, see the doctor and the doctor can see you.

These are the steps to follow to hold a video consultation:

1. Enter: https://hospitalliquido.com/myonlinedoctor/

2. Click on see specialties

3. Select the interested specialty and click BUY

4. If you are interested in the appointment selected by the system click ADD TO CART. Otherwise view calendar, select appointment, and click ADD TO CART

5. Enter Code. “TIEKOM” (capital letters) and the system makes the discount

6. Click PROCEED TO CHECKOUT

7. After you have paid, you will receive an email confirming the order and a link for the chosen connection.

8. Connect promptly at the specified time and date.

9. You are now connected to your doctor!

Mobility:

If you need a temporary mobility solution remember that on the TIEKOM website you can rent your car with the most recognized car rental company: Europcar with the best rates, you just must include this code before payment: PT0000

We hope once again that our recommendations and services will help you make your life more comfortable and easy in our country.