Finding a Job in Barcelona + How Dogpay Helps

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Check Your Work Eligibility If you’re from the EU/EEA, you can live and work freely. For non-EU nationals, you’ll generally need a work permit or visa, which usually requires a job offer first.
Target Industries & Job Types Barcelona has demand for tourism, tech / startups, multilingual roles, teaching English, etc. Being fluent in Spanish (or even Catalan) boosts your chances.
Utilize Job Platforms & Local Boards Use major global sites (LinkedIn, Indeed, Monster) plus Spain-oriented ones (InfoJobs, Xpat Jobs, Jobs in Barcelona).
Work with Recruiters / Agencies Recruitment firms (local and international) can help match you to roles. Be wary of scams—never pay just to be connected.
Network Actively Many jobs are filled via referrals. Join professional groups, local meetups, chamber of commerce, LinkedIn groups to expand your contacts.
Adapt Your CV / Resume for Spain Your CV should be concise (2–3 pages), include an EU style version (e.g. Europass), and ideally have both English and Spanish versions. Include your NIE if you already have it.
Prepare for Interviews Interviews may happen via video calls when you’re abroad. Be punctual, professional, and clear about your visa / availability. Expect possible language tests.
Plan Your Move & Currency / Banking Setup Once you’ve secured a job and visa, prepare logistics: convert funds, open a Spanish bank account, settle moving costs, etc.

Finding the job is one thing; getting paid reliably, especially across borders, is another. Here’s how Dogpay can support you:

Transparent Salary Remittance / Month-end Transfer If your employer or part of your compensation is managed from abroad (or via foreign currency structures), you can use Dogpay to receive salary, bonuses, or incentives with full visibility into exchange rates and fees.
Cross-border Payment from Overseas Employers If you work remotely or part of a multinational setup where payments originate outside Spain, Dogpay helps channel those payments into your Spanish account smoothly.
Relocation Costs / Signing Bonuses Upfront costs like security deposits, travel reimbursements, furnishing, etc. can often be reimbursed. Dogpay ensures these cross-border reimbursements arrive accurately and traceably.
Proof & Receipts for Compliance For visa / work permit audits or tax purposes, you may need to show proof of received salary or reimbursements. Dogpay offers detailed transaction logs and exportable receipts.
Avoiding Hidden Bank / FX Markups Traditional international transfers often incur intermediary fees or bad forex spreads (“leakage”). Dogpay reduces those inefficiencies so more of your money reaches you.