Last Update: September 2024
Move to Spain

Move to Spain

If you’re thinking about a move to Spain, there’s quite a lot to research, including the surprising difference in tax regimes between regions, or in the language of instruction in schools. To find out more about these and other practical details such as moving pets & belongings, read on.

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Move to Spain -Understand the regions

Spain is a highly devolved country where the different regions have their own cuisine, traditions, laws, and sometimes languages, too. Read our overview on the pros and cons of each. Learn about the surprisingly different tax regimes you may be subject to, and what languages your kids might be taught in, depending on which part of Spain you choose. 

Move to Spain: Understand the Paperwork

Everyone, including EU/EFTA citizens, must carry out some residency related paperwork in order to stay in Spain for more than 90 consecutive days. 

If you’re an EFTA/EU citizen, click here to find out more

If you need a residence visa to stay in Spain, click here to see your options

Move to Spain: Everything else you need

If you’re planning on a move to Spain, you may want to find out about:

Moving belongings & pets to Spain

Healthcare and health insurance in Spain

Schooling in Spain

Renting & Buying Property in Spain

Cost of living in Spain

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