Reply To: What should I know before moving to Spain?

Hi Nala,

Here are my top pointers:

• Learn to speak Spanish, even a basic level will be invaluable
• Remeber that business hours in Spain are different to the UK and most European countries
• Bureaucracy can be frustrating – healthcare, school system, buying a house and more can test your patience
• Looking to get away from the Brits, you may struggle we are everywhere!
• Get a bank account if you are staying long-term
• Sign-up for a phone plan
• Watchout for the pitfalls whether buying or renting
• Open an account with a currency company, they’ll save you money when buying your property and when sending your pension payments to your Spanish bank account
• Preparation and research

Best of luck!

Soha