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A warm climate, a long coastline and a Digital Nomad Visa with a reduced 24% tax rate for 5 years. After 10 years of residency you become eligible for EU citizenship.

Cities in Spain

About the country

Climate

Mediterranean along the coast, continental in the interior. Summers reach +30–35°C, with mild winters of +10–15°C in the south and in Barcelona.

Mentality

An open, lively culture with a late-night rhythm of life (dinner at 22:00 is the norm). Strong regional identity.

Language

Castilian (Spanish) is the official language. The regions also use Catalan, Basque and Galician. English is common in tourism and IT.

Visa

A Schengen visa or residence permit via the DNV, employment or study. The NIE and TIE are mandatory documents for residents. Processing takes 1–2 months.

Residency & citizenship

ВНЖ доступен по визе цифрового кочевника, работе, учебе или инвестициям; гражданство ориентировочно через 10 лет (для ряда стран меньше) — уточняйте.

Taxes

Подоходный налог прогрессивный, до 47%, но действует льготный режим Бекхэма для новых резидентов; для удаленщиков есть отдельная виза — по состоянию на 2026 уточняйте.

When to move

Оптимально переезжать весной или осенью с приятной погодой и без летней жары на юге.

Pros & cons

Pros and cons

Strengths

  • виза цифрового кочевника
  • развитая инфраструктура ЕС
  • мягкий климат побережья
  • большое русскоязычное сообщество

What to consider

  • высокие налоги и стоимость жизни
  • медленная бюрократия
  • обязателен испанский для интеграции
  • конкурентный рынок аренды

Overall difficulty of moving

An average score across all cities of the country — from 1 (easy) to 5 (hard).

4/5
FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Spain

Do you need a visa for Spain in 2026?
A Schengen visa or residence permit via the DNV, employment or study. The NIE and TIE are mandatory documents for residents. Processing takes 1–2 months.
What is the climate like in Spain?
Mediterranean along the coast, continental in the interior. Summers reach +30–35°C, with mild winters of +10–15°C in the south and in Barcelona.
What language do people speak in Spain?
Castilian (Spanish) is the official language. The regions also use Catalan, Basque and Galician. English is common in tourism and IT.
What is the mentality like in Spain?
An open, lively culture with a late-night rhythm of life (dinner at 22:00 is the norm). Strong regional identity.
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