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Moving to Spain

Complete relocation guide for Spain including visas, jobs, cost of living, and expat resources.

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EUR (€)

Currency

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47.4M

Population

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CET (UTC+1)

Time Zone

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Mediterranean/Continental

Climate

Why Move to Spain?

✓Mediterranean lifestyle and climate

✓EU membership

✓Affordable cost of living

✓Rich culture and history

✓Excellent healthcare system

✓Digital nomad visa available

Visa Options

Digital Nomad Visa

Work PermitPR Path

For remote workers employed by foreign companies

Processing Time:1-3 months

Cost:€80

Requirements:

✓€2,334/month income
✓Remote work contract
✓Health insurance
✓Clean criminal record

Non-Lucrative Visa

PR Path

For those with sufficient passive income (similar to Portugal D7)

Processing Time:3-6 months

Cost:€60

Requirements:

✓€2,400/month income
✓Health insurance
✓Proof of accommodation

Work Visa

Work PermitPR Path

Employer-sponsored work permit

Processing Time:3-6 months

Cost:€150

Requirements:

✓Job offer
✓University degree or relevant experience
✓Health insurance

Golden Visa

PR Path

Residency through €500k property investment

Processing Time:4-6 months

Cost:€500k+ investment

Requirements:

✓Property purchase €500k+
✓Health insurance
✓Clean criminal record

Cost of Living

Monthly Expenses (Single Person)

Rent (1BR, City Center)€1,300

Utilities (Electricity, Water, Internet)€130

Groceries€320

Transportation€55

Dining Out€280

Total Monthly Cost€2,085

Housing Options

1BR Outside Center

€850

3BR City Center

€2,100

Cost Comparison

68%

of London prices

You'll save approximately:

32%

compared to living in London

Job Market

Top Industries

•Tourism
•Technology
•Automotive
•Finance
•Healthcare

Key Stats

Avg Tech Salary

€38,000/year

Vacation Days

22 days/year

Frequently Asked Questions

While Spanish is essential for daily life outside tourist areas, major cities like Barcelona and Madrid have growing English-speaking expat communities. Learning Spanish is highly recommended.

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Visa Options

Digital Nomad Visa

Work PermitPR Path

For remote workers employed by foreign companies

Processing Time:1-3 months

Cost:€80

Requirements:

✓€2,334/month income
✓Remote work contract
✓Health insurance
✓Clean criminal record

Non-Lucrative Visa

PR Path

For those with sufficient passive income (similar to Portugal D7)

Processing Time:3-6 months

Cost:€60

Requirements:

✓€2,400/month income
✓Health insurance
✓Proof of accommodation

Work Visa

Work PermitPR Path

Employer-sponsored work permit

Processing Time:3-6 months

Cost:€150

Requirements:

✓Job offer
✓University degree or relevant experience
✓Health insurance

Golden Visa

PR Path

Residency through €500k property investment

Processing Time:4-6 months

Cost:€500k+ investment

Requirements:

✓Property purchase €500k+
✓Health insurance
✓Clean criminal record

Cost of Living

Monthly Expenses (Single Person)

Rent (1BR, City Center)€1,300

Utilities (Electricity, Water, Internet)€130

Groceries€320

Transportation€55

Dining Out€280

Total Monthly Cost€2,085

Housing Options

1BR Outside Center

€850

3BR City Center

€2,100

Cost Comparison

68%

of London prices

You'll save approximately:

32%

compared to living in London

Frequently Asked Questions

While Spanish is essential for daily life outside tourist areas, major cities like Barcelona and Madrid have growing English-speaking expat communities. Learning Spanish is highly recommended.

lifestyle