You have already been accepted to the university you wanted and are ready to venture into the world as a graduate student in Spain. Excitement and impatience invade you, and you can't help fantasizing about everything you will learn in the months to come. However, all that joy fades when you remember that... you still don't have housing in this new country! If the above describes your situation, start relaxing as in Glex we will tell you everything you need to know to choose your new home away from home.

To start talking about rentals and stays, you should know that there are different types of residences in Spain, and you should choose yours depending on your needs, budget, proximity to the university, etc. Next, we will explain each one of them:

Types of Residences in Spain:· University Residences: These are accommodations that follow the modality of a pension and usually belong to a religious congregation or foundation. You can expect to have shared spaces like the kitchen or bathroom. They are very economical and the ideal option for someone with a limited budget.· Colegios Mayores: Accommodations that are associated with the different universities in Spain. In addition to lodging, they also offer meal and laundry service. They may have recreational spaces such as sports courts, libraries, etc.· Rental Housing: Private residences that are offered for rent on various websites, applications, or in the classifieds section of the newspaper. It is very common for several students to rent a single "flat" and split the rental and maintenance expenses. This option is ideal for those who want independence and to make a space truly their own.· Accommodation in a family's home: When a family from your destination country allows you to enter their home. It is a great housing option for those who do not want to feel alone or want to experience the daily life of the Spaniards.

Now that you have an idea of how accommodations work in Spain, we present a ranking of the best university residences in the hope that you find the option that best suits you and your needs:

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Riquelme University Residence in Pamplona. Mail: esidenciamariaemiliariquelme@gmail.com o Telephone: 948 07 68 55

· Gaming Residencies in Madrid:o  Mail: gr-mad@gamingresidences.como Telephone: +34 913 079 377

· Misioneras Huesca University Residence in Huesca: Mail: info@residenciamisionerashuesca.como Telephone: 638 25 00 75

· Inmaculada Vitoria University Residence in Vitoria.o Address: Angulema Kalea, 6, 01004 Vitoria-Gasteiz, ÁLAVAo Websiteo Mail: resid.vitoria.es@religiosasmariainmaculada.orgo Telephone: 945 25 09 30

· Santillana Major College in Madrid. Mail: cmsantillana@cmsantillana.orgo Telephone: 639 40 16 12

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It is important to take into account that when starting the process of renting a room or apartment with the landlord or owner of the property, whether before arriving in Spain or upon your arrival, you must have the following documents on hand in order to rent a place: · Enrollment in the university or institution of your choice.

· Student visa.

· Medical insurance.

· Proof of solvency (that you have the means to pay the rent).

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We have reached the end of this blog post and now you have everything you need to start looking for the space that will be your second home!