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Moving to Spain with Your Family

There’s a lot to consider when planning a move to Spain. It can feel quite overwhelming (we remember), but don’t stress. We break the process down into easy-to-follow steps.

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Step 1

Your Visa

You and your family will need visas to live in Spain. The two most common visa options for those planning to work in Spain are the Digital Nomad Visa or, if employed by a Spanish company, a Work Visa. If you are not planning on working, then the Non-Lucrative Visa is for you.

Explore our detailed guides below to learn more about these visa options and their requirements. Alternatively, book a 30-minute consultation with our immigration experts, who will explain the easiest visa path for you and your family.

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Step 2

Health Insurance Requirements and Options

Most families moving to Spain need private health insurance for their visas. Even in rare cases where private insurance isn’t mandatory, many still opt for it to enjoy added peace of mind and comprehensive coverage.

Use our easy health insurance quote tool to receive and compare up to three personalized quotes that you can use for your visa. Or explore our articles to learn more about health insurance in Spain.

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Step 3

Tax Planning

You’ll need to understand both Spanish taxes and your obligations in your home country when you move to Spain. The good news is that double taxation agreements often prevent you from being taxed twice, but seeking professional advice is key to avoiding costly surprises in either country. Additionally, tax rates in Spain vary widely by region. Please schedule a consultation with our expert tax advisor using the link below, or explore our articles on taxes for retirees in Spain to learn more.

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Step 4

Choosing a School

Finding the right school for your child is possibly the most crucial decision you’ll face when moving to Spain. We chose our town because of the location of a school that was perfect for our son. Our articles below introduce you to the schooling options in Spain and explain the enrollment process. We also have School Search Services in some areas if you would like help from our experts.

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Spain International School Directories

Explore the wide range of International schools in Spain in our directories below—filter by location, curriculum, language, and the schooling stage of your children.

Step 5

Where should you live in Spain?

Whether you prefer vibrant cities or picturesque villages, coastal havens, or serene mountain hideaways, every region in Spain exudes its distinctive allure. Our comprehensive guides will assist you in selecting the perfect city or town to call your home in Spain.

Where Expats Choose to Live in Spain

Some Expats find comfort in reminders of home when they first move to Spain. Expat communities make the transition easier in certain areas, offering familiar faces, languages, and products. To help, we’ve explored where Expats are choosing to settle in Spain.

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The Most Popular Regions in Spain

Barcelona Region

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Andalucia Region

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Step 6

What else is involved in a move to Spain?

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LET US GUIDE YOU STEP-BY-STEP through your relocation

Moving to Spain with Your Family

Step 1

Your Visa

Step 2

Health Insurance Requirements and Options

Step 3

Tax Planning

Step 4

Choosing a School

Spain International School Directories

International Schools in Barcelona

International Schools in Madrid

International Schools in Valencia

Step 5

Where should you live in Spain?

Where Expats Choose to Live in Spain

The Most Popular Regions in Spain

Barcelona Region

Andalucia Region

Valencia & Murcia

Step 6

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