Spain

Why Spain?

Spain is incredibly popular with expats of all stripes, whether they're studying abroad, retiring, or any of the life stages in between. They're drawn to the cities, the beaches, the weather, the art and architecture, and the food — all at a decent cost of living — along with highly ranked safety, infrastructure, and healthcare. Spain welcomes retired Americans, and it's easy to get around Europe once you're there.

Spanish people may speak Spanish, Catalan, or a number of other regional Romance languages or Spanish dialects, but more than a quarter speak English. Each region of the country has its own distinct personality, so enjoy exploring and discovering your favorites!

Group Scouting Trip to Spain

If you're interested in moving to Spain, join us on our next trip to try out our favorite cities and neighborhoods and learn from local experts.

Latest Posts About Spain

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Spain is Paying Digital Nomads to Move There

August 25th, 2024|

Would you move to Spain if the government paid you to live there? For digital nomads looking to work remotely from western Europe, this just might be your chance! Extremadura, a lesser-known Spanish region on [...]

Guide to Visas in Spain

August 20th, 2024|

For those looking to make Spain their new permanent home, the government offers a number of residency visas. Moving to Spain can be done quickly in some cases, but no single path works for everyone. [...]

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How Americans Abroad Get Their Mexican Food Fix

August 14th, 2024|

One of my all-time favorite posts from Reddit asks Americans what they miss most since moving abroad. Some people name popular shopping institutions (Target, Wal-Mart, and Costco) and American conveniences (clothes dryers, reliable mail service, [...]

Best Cities for Lesbian Expats

August 3rd, 2024|

With anti-queer rhetoric ramping up across the U.S., LGBTQ+ folks of all stripes are looking to leave for new homes where they can live loud and proud (or cozy and quiet, if that's what they [...]

Consult with Al
& Alison

Our expat consultants based in Spain, Alison and Alistair from Moving to Spain offer detailed expat consultations and custom advice to meet your needs. They offer consultations with expats, access to trusted immigration lawyers in Spain, cost-of-living guides, and more. You'll walk away with confidence about your move and insight into the community you'll develop in Spain.

Get your Spanish immigration plan quickly and easily!

We've partnered with WhereCanI.Live to offer consultations with trusted immigration lawyers in Spain. Book a consultation with them, and in 30 minutes you'll have your questions answered and a clear immigration plan.

Spain at a Glance

Cost-Of-Living:
Top 50%

Ranks Highly For:
Women

Ranks Highly For:
LGBTQIA

Ranks Highly For:
Retiring

Healthcare Ranking:
Top 25%

Infrastructure Ranking:
Top 10%

Government Style:
Full Democracy

Mostly Legal: Gay Marriage, Gambling, Guns, Pot, Abortion

Expat Healthcare Planner

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Should you move to Spain?

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