Welcome to Evolution Madrid!
It should take you 5 minutes max to read. Please go through all the information below.
Flying to Madrid
This highly depends on when you are arriving, although, we suggest you pack a bit of everything, just to be sure.
Check the forecast weather a few days before arriving to Madrid, so you can make sure to pack the right clothes.
In Madrid you will experience quite different temperatures in summer and winter. The most pleasant warm weather lasts between April and June when average temperatures are between 20 and 32 degrees Celsius. In July and August, it can get very hot with temperatures reaching 40 degrees Celsius. However, the climate in Madrid is very low in humidity, therefore making the high temperatures easier to tolerate. The weather is predominantly dry, but during the winter it does rain, and sometimes even snow, although it is just a dusting of snow.
For your first month in Madrid, PLEASE BRING ENOUGH MONEY (consider roughly €1500 per person if you are sharing room or around 3000€ if you want to live alone as you will need to pay deposit, agency fee, etc.). This is a rough estimation, and we can’t give you a confirmed cost, and remind you that your first salary will arrive at the end of the month.
Inform your bank that you are leaving the country. This will allow you to continue using your credit cards and debit cards without the fraud detection on your accounts being triggered, preventing you from using your cards.
START LOOKING FOR YOUR PERMANENT FLAT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
1. Where to search?
Most properties are published on real estate search engines such as Idealista, Fotocasa and Habitaclia.
In case you would like to share a flat, Coliving is a nice option. Some examples in Madrid:
— https://flipcoliving.com/city/coliving-in-madrid/
— https://www.coliveit.com/en/
Rooms are also shared on Badi, Piso Compartido, Spotahome or Idealista (choose option “rent rooms”).
Facebook groups can also be a big help:
— Pisos (casas) y habitaciones de alquiler en Madrid
—Alquiler habitaciones Madrid
— Alquiler de pisos y habitaciones de propietarios particulares en Madrid
2. Recommended areas:
— Close to the office of Evolution: quiet and residential areas may be San Sebastián de los Reyes or Alcobendas itself, both are very well communicated to the office district metro / bus stations.
— Las Tablas, Sanchinarro, Montecarmelo,Tres Olivos or Begoña – Hospital ‘La Paz’ surroundings are some other options.
Flight information
Your booking includes 1 checked in suitcases and 1 hand/cabin luggage. Dimensions and weight depend on the airline you are flying with. Check the airline website on the section dedicated to baggage allowance – Economy.
If you are flying with two different airlines, please refer to the baggage allowance of the flight that lands in Madrid.
Please note that any extra luggage must be added by yourself at the airport, we are unable to add luggage from our system
Arrive at the departing airport early to allow enough time for documentation checks. Please have all necessary papers printed. Please also download your respective Airline’s app where you can make your journey easier by pre-uploading all necessary documents. This may save you time in queues.
Ryanair flights are automatically pre-checked-in for you. However, with other carriers, you have the option to check in directly at the airport counter.
If you have a connecting flight please make sure to check about any travel restrictions and further developments that may apply for connecting through the respective country
Missing/Cancelled Flight information
If your flight is cancelled, please ask for information at the airport desk and contact us with the new itinerary, flight number and arrival time, so we can re-organize your transfer accordingly. If your flight is delayed, call Employee Experience: Burak on +34 678 057 554.
Call Employee Experience: Burak on +34 678 057 554. Always call us if it is urgent, rather than WhatsApp/ texting. If you send a text always include your full name
Just arrived in Madrid
You will receive an email from Cabify a few days before your travel date. If you did NOT receive any email, please email our Employee Experience, Burak: mburakcayci@evolution.com
After registration through link, you will need to download the Cabify App on your mobile and activate the corporate account, more instructions attached.
Once you arrived at Madrid, you can request your transfer to bring you to the accommodation.
On the email you will find attached the info on the Cabify pick-up points.
Please be informed that you don’t need to pay for this taxi as it is linked to your company account.
If you are coming from an EU country, we strongly recommend you to bring the European Health Insurance Card, in order to benefit from the public health services even before you receive your social security number. Apply and read more about the EHIC card here.
On the day of your arrival, you will do a self check-in. The amazing EVO apartment receptionist will help you on your check-in if needed and our Employee Experience Burak +34 678 057 554 will be at your disposal as well.
EVO Accommodation
You will have UP TO 26 NIGHTS OF ACCOMMODATION provided by Evolution, and then need to vacate your room and relocate (and make your own way) to your permanent accommodation.
(!)the home search should be your priority and this should NOT be left till the last few days prior to checking out.
- Please start already searching before your actual relocating date, this to better understand the market and what options can be found. Please bear in mind that the rental market of Madrid moves very fast and apartments are rented quickly.
The keys will be provided upon arrival to our EVO apartments. It is forbidden to stay in a different room then the room assigned to you upon arrival.
Yes, Please read and abide by the ‘EVO Apartment Guidelines here’ during your stay. We do not allow pets in our EVO Apartments.
P.S. Save the name and address of your EVO Apartment for your reference
Accommodation
1. Where to search?
Most properties are published on real estate search engines such as Idealista, Fotocasa and Habitaclia.
In case you would like to share a flat, Coliving is a nice option. Some examples in Madrid:
- https://ohmyplace.es/
- https://urbancampus.com/
- https://flipcoliving.com/city/coliving-in-madrid/
- https://www.coliveit.com/en/
Rooms are also shared on Badi, Piso Compartido, Spotahome or Idealista (choose option “rent rooms”).
- Facebook groups can also be a big help:
- Pisos (casas) y habitaciones de alquiler en Madrid
- Alquiler habitaciones Madrid
- Alquiler de pisos y habitaciones de propietarios particulares en Madrid
- …
2. Recommended areas:
- Close to the Evolution office: quiet and residential areas may be San Sebastián de los Reyes or Alcobendas itself, both are very well communicated to the office district metro / bus stations.
- Las Tablas, Sanchinarro, Montecarmelo,Tres Olivos or Begoña – Hospital ‘La Paz’ surroundings are some other options.
- In case you would like to live close to the city center, you can stay close to Paseo de la Castellana. Along this road you will have direct metro to work.
- Chamberí (Metro Tribunal, Alonso Martinez, Gregorio Marañón)
- Azca – Nuevos Ministerios
- Tetuán – Plaza Castilla (close to Paseo de la Castellana)
- Avenida de América
– Deposit: usually two months for furnished properties.
– Additional guarantees (1- 2 additional months) can be asked for and will depend upon the landlord’s wishes.
– Corresponding amount to first month of rent.
– Agency fee of one month rent +21%VAT (if applicable).
Please note that these payments are required before signing the lease contract.
Some considerations when renting a property:
– Properties in Madrid are pricey.
– Good and low budget properties are not easily found and can be rented very quickly.
– Most lease contracts require a minimum period of a year, although a 6 month period is also getting a common practice.Lease contracts can be renewed automatically every year for a maximum of 5 – 7 years.
– Utilities (gas, water electricity) will have to be paid separately over and above the cost of the monthly rent.These are usually metered and you normally pay for what you use.
Internet is most of the time not included in the rent and will have to be contracted separately.
– Furnished properties will not be necessarily fully equipped with plates, sheets, towels etc. but will usually have house hold appliances. However, dryers are not very common at all in Spain.
– Communal swimming pools are normally open from mid-June to mid-September.
Transport
Madrid has a great public transport infrastructure and that is why it is one of the best options to get around in the city. You can either get the bus, metro, light rail or rail.
Multi-card: reloadable, multi-personal contactless public transport card that can be used in conjunction with different types of tickets.This card can be obtained in the machines at the metro stations.
“Abono transportes”: This pass gives you unlimited travel on bus, metro and suburban trains “Cercanías”. The monthly cost of the pass varies depending on your age and the travel zones you need it for.
Purchase Online or go personally to a ticket office.
If you live close by, you can walk to work. If you live a bit further away, you can either use a bus, a cab, a scooter or drive to work.
A member of the Talent Acquisition Team will confirm your scheduled Induction day, date and time.
Your First Day
For Induction day, smart, casual clothes are required (please avoid ripped jeans, shorts, flip flops, etc.)
For the first days of training in the Academy, please wear black shoes and strictly plain black clothes (no prints or designs) until you receive your uniform (which should be during your first week of training).
Please remember to pack/buy your own black, closed and comfortable work shoes and black socks. Shoes will not be provided as part of the uniform.
Induction Day will be held in our Evolution Academy, floor 0. It is mandatory for all new employees. During this orientation, our HR team will guide you through all the necessary paperwork and systems. The Induction Day takes place on a Friday and then you’ll start work on the coming Monday where you’ll undergo two to three weeks of training
If you are sick or late on your first day, you must inform HR Administration team hradminmadrid@evolution.com as soon as possible with a doctor’s note medical certificate if applicable.
If you have urgent requests out of office hours, please contact your Shift Supervisor.
Living in Madrid
If you are coming from an EU country, you can apply for the European Health Insurance Card, to benefit from the public health services even before you receive your social security number. If you are not coming from a European country, our Evolution staff will apply for your Health Insurance Card as soon as you provide us with your permanent address details.
For any health emergencies, call 112 immediately.
PUBLIC HOSPITALS
HOSPITAL UNIVERSITARIO INFANTA SOFIA (S.S. de los Reyes)
+ 34 957 010 000
HOSPITAL UNIVERSITARIO LA PAZ (Madrid)
+ 34 917 277 000
HOSPITAL UNIVERSITARIO GREGORIO MARAÑÓN (Madrid)
+ 34 915 868 000
Immediate access to doctors and specialists
Don’t forget your insurance card when attending an appointment
24/7 medical assistance: +34 911 791 487 / +34 932 593 414
Dental emergencies: + 34 902 040 344
Hospital HM Sanchinarro (Alcobendas)
+ 34 917 567 800
Medical Center Alcobendas
+ 34 911 310 464
not for emergencies
Important: We will request your Spanish Social Security number and will help you to obtain your NIE.
NIE CARD
For stays longer than 3 months, EU citizens must apply for a NIE Certificate. This is a mandatory procedure.
The NIE certificate provides with a Spanish tax identification number and it is required for purchasing a mobile phone and SIM card, pay utilities, etc. We will help you to guide you through the process.
You will be informed by EE on how to obtain the NIE card.
TOWN HALL REGISTRATION
Once you have found your permanent accommodation and have a signed and running lease contract, you will need to register at the town hall. This registration is required in order to be able to register at the corresponding medical center.
PUBLIC MEDICAL CENTER
Once you found accommodation and have been registered at the corresponding town hall and changed your passport number to NIE and now you can register at the public health center. This step is important in case you need to have any sick leave.
If you need more information please reach out to our Employee Experience mburakcayci@evolution.com
Once you have started working in Spain, found your permanent accommodation and have been registered at the corresponding town hall, you can register at the public health center. This step is important in case you need to report any sick leave!
Check which center corresponds to your home address:
https://centrossanitarios.sanidadmadrid.org/centrosdireccion/miscentropordireccion.aspx
(!)If you have any questions related to the above registrations, please don’t hesitate to reach out to HR.
Guides for living in Madrid
For cost-effective and convenient shopping, we recommend the following options (check on Google for closest shop):
– Alcampo
– Mercadona
– Carrefour
– Lidl
– Aldi
– Día
– Eroski
– etc…
Larger shopping centers/Malls:
– Centro Comercial Plaza Norte
– The Style Outlet
– Gran Vía (most recognizable street full of stores)
Don’t feel like cooking?
– Just Eat
– Glovo
– Uber eats
Here are the most popular providers of mobile & internet services in Madrid.
- Pepephone
- Orange
- Vodafone
- Movistar
- Lowi
- Másmóvil
- Simyo
- Puerta del Sol – bustling square in the centre of Madrid
- Plaza Mayor – historical square in the oldest part of the city
- Retiro Park — the lung of Madrid
- Gran Vía – to explore around and shop.
- Stroll in bohemian Malasaña neighbourhood or fun-fashioned Chueca
- Royal palace (largest one in West Europe)
- Visit the authentic El Rastro market on Sundays and stop in La Latina area for lunch!
- Museums – Prado, Thyssen- Bornemisza and Reina Sofia
- Matadero Madrid – old slaughterhouse is converted into a cultural megacomplex and close to Madrid Río, perfect to chill
- Visit football stadium Real Madrid – Santiago Bernabeu Atlético — Civitas Metropolitano
Helpful apps to download before coming to Madrid
