Moving to Spain
A practical guide to planning your move to Spain: residency, choosing an area and settling in.
Three parts of a smoother move
Moving to Spain is easier to plan when you separate the legal steps, the choice of location and the first weeks on the ground. Start with the topic that matters most to you.
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Before you move
Residency, paperwork and a realistic timeline for your move.
Read guide02Where to live
Compare Marbella, Costa del Sol, Costa Tropical and Granada around your daily life.
Read guide03Settling in
Healthcare, local registration and the first practical steps after arrival.
Read guideRenting a home as part of your move?
Keep the property decision separate from your residency plan. Our renter focused renting guide covers budgeting, viewings and checks before you commit.