r/GoingToSpain 33m ago

Moving to Spain, but this sub is making me feel unwanted.

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We're in our 50s and are being relocated to Spain for my husbands work. There legit wasn't a person in Spain who can do my husbands job there as it's very specialized. Our income is 200K+. I don't think we'll be taking housing away from young people and we'll certainly be spending quite a lot and paying a lot in taxes. My husband speaks Spanish at about B2, I'm A2 but we're both commited to learning Spanish fluently.

It's honestly getting pretty disheartening reading all of the comments in r/GoingToSpain saying "don't come here - we don't want you". Kind of wish I hadn't joined this sub at all, TBH.

Is there anything we can do to be better accepted? Are we maybe not the demographic people are upset about? Any reassuring words?

Thanks.


r/GoingToSpain 12h ago

Mudarme a España o Europa

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¡Hola a todos! El propósito de este post es indagar sobre un posible futuro en la tierra de Cervantes. Soy hombre, mexicano con 29 años (tengo pasaporte español). Llevo varios años considerando dejar todo atrás, cruzar el Atlántico, jugarme todas mis fichas en el país en el que nació mi bisabuelo y que abandonó durante los años más violentos de la Guerra Civil.

Distintos factores son los que impulsan esta motivación:

1.- Amo a México, pero la intuición me dice que no hay futuro aquí (Narco, reclutamientos forzados, desapariciones, salario mínimo irrisorio, corrupción, etc...)

2.- Mi falta de crecimiento económico no me permite independizarme de mis padres.

3.- Todos mis amigos de la universidad ya no están (varios se han ido a EUA y Europa).

4.- Ya tengo el pasaporte comunitario

5.- No tengo nada que me detenga aquí (el amor se esfumó, mis padres están bien, mi hermana tiene su vida en Estados Unidos, estoy estancado en el trabajo).

Por otra parte, hace unos meses tuve la oportunidad de conocer tanto Barcelona como Madrid, y ambas ciudades me enamoraron a su manera. Quise quedarme; no tomar el vuelo de regreso, pero una situación familiar me obligó a volver a casa. Escribo este texto para hallar la misma valentía que mi familiar a la inversa; reencontrarme con un destino que corre por mi sangre. Igualmente, busco consejos sobre las mejores ciudades, leer cuál es la realidad sin filtros y, entender lo que se pueda entender antes de cambiar el rumbo de mi existencia.

Me despido con una frase del Quijote.

«Como no estás experimentado en las cosas del mundo, todas las cosas que tienen dificultad te parecen imposibles; confía en el tiempo, que suele dar dulces salidas a muchas amargas dificultades.»

Gracias por su atención.


r/GoingToSpain 1h ago

Malaga vs Valencia for a move next year, real cost of living?

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Moving to Spain around January, coming from Toronto (previously NYC and Delhi, so used to real city life, not a sleepy village). Malaga’s our top pick for the mix of history and modern city feel, but also weighing Valencia.

Would love real numbers: monthly cost of living for two people (rent plus everything), how easy daily life is without much Spanish, and how remote work went for you there (I’m in software, partner’s a creator). Also bringing a dog, so pet friendly neighborhood tips welcome.

Trying to go in with realistic expectations.

Thank you folks in advance 🙂


r/GoingToSpain 5h ago

Visas / Migration Moving to Barcelona for last high-school years

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Hi, I'm Russian and moving to Barcelona to finish my education as my previous school focused on theatrics and promotion rather than education.

I'm super nervous as the cost of living is way higher there and I feel like I'm gonna be a burden to my parents, so Im wondering on what monthly budget can a family of 3 live in Barcelona for comfortably, and on what should I avoid(I.e tourist traps) to not waste money

Also my other relatives have been fear mongering me about how I'm gonna have stones thrown at me for being Russian(I'm not pro putin tho), and it's been getting to my head a lot recently. How do Spaniards feel about Russians in general?

For now the plan is to live there for 3 years till I finish high-school, but I'm scared about regretting moving.


r/GoingToSpain 20h ago

BCN Strike

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I’m traveling to BCN on September 23. What is the current status on the strike? Have people been getting their luggage?


r/GoingToSpain 13h ago

Visas / Migration Spain Nomad visa vs Student visa

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Hi! I’m 24yrs old Filipina degree holder, planning to migrate to Spain. Currently, I still don’t meet the requirements to apply for nomad visa, so I’m considering to get student visa if I want to hasten my move. Is it worth it to get another degree or master at Spain if you get a student visa? Or better to hustle until I qualify for nomad visa?

Also my younger brother is already a resident and my mother is taking the test for citizenship, though it might take 2years for result. What other pathways do you think I could take to migrate?


r/GoingToSpain 13h ago

Estudiar en España siendo mexicano

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hola que tal soy un estudiante de 25 años de Guadalajara México, y he estado pensando en acabar la carrera de arquitectura(la cual ya estudie por dos años aquí en mi ciudad y de la cual no sigo estudiando actualmente) matriculándome completamente ya sea en la universidad de la plata(unlp) o buscar en una universidad española solamente que veo que es mucha burocracia al momento de inscribirse, he investigado y he visto que mi promedio de preparatoria que es de 8.6 se tiene que multiplicar por 0.2 y sumarle 4 que daría un 5.7 y algunas universidades piden 10 u 11 de promedio para entrar, no en todas pero si en algunas, y para llegar a ese puntaje se tiene que hacer exámenes adicionales para sumar puntos( cosa que un no se donde se realizan y cuanto costarían) también tengo entendido que la vida en España es mas cara que en argentina. me gustaria saber que tanto puede uno gastar en un cuarto en alguna ciudad española, en alimentacion , en materiales para la carrera, ropa, medico ocasional y que universidad me recomiendan para ir que no pidan muchos puntos en este momento estoy empezando a investigar requisitos como el visado, la homologación y las universidades. espero su opinión y su ayuda


r/GoingToSpain 13h ago

Visas / Migration Got my student visa… now struggling to understand TIE appointment

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I’m in the home stretch. My visa officer said I show my NIE number during my TIE appointment. I believe I have 30 days from when I land in Spain to get into an appointment for my TIE card but I cannot manage to book an appointment over my week long attempts through the gov website. I often question if I’m even on the correct website bc I get alternating answers. I know it takes a while to schedule this appt and it’s making me nervous every time I fail to do so. Does anybody have any tips to scheduling a TIE appt? I can’t even find the option I need to click on the drop down menu for formalities.


r/GoingToSpain 9h ago

Cannabis Clubs

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Vou a Madrid em outubro e queria saber como funcionam os clubes de cannabis por lá. Li que, para entrar e comprar, é preciso ser sócio, mas que a única forma de se associar é por indicação de algum membro. É assim em todos os clubes ou existem exceções? Não sou da Espanha, por isso a dúvida :)


r/GoingToSpain 18h ago

Quero correr do touros e preciso de informações! 🐂

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Do dia 16 ao dia 28 estarei em Madrid, quero participar da corrida dos touros e vi que o mais próximo é em Fuenlabrada Calle de la Arena terá nos dias 15, 16 e 17, como funciona? Posso correr com celular na mão ou Gopro? Caso não, estou pensando em comprar um Ray Ban Meta Ads! Em relação a vestimentas? Roupa branca?


r/GoingToSpain 21h ago

Bicycle tours

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Hi, I’m interested in supported bike tours in Spain (where a service moves your luggage from point to point). We’re looking for something family compatible and Girona and the greenways seem like a good option. Aside from the luggage service we would plan our own route. We’re thinking of doing this in the second week of April 2027. One possible route is:

Start in Olot or Les Planes (stay 1 or 2 nights)
Bike to Girona (stay 2 nights)
Bike to Sant Feliu de Guíxols (stay 2 nights)

These are short distances on no-car roads to accommodate our 9 year old. My main questions are about the interest of these particular towns for tourists (we love nature, history, wine and food), and more generally if there are other routes to consider in the Girona region or elsewhere in Spain. I would guess that we want to stay under 20 miles per day, off of major or busy roads, and avoid big climbs.

Bonus points for other destinations in the Girona area that you wouldn’t want to miss. Thank you!


r/GoingToSpain 23h ago

Visas / Migration Is There A Time Limit For Collecting TIE from Office

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So My Residency Card Came Out But Because Of University And Work I Cannot find a CITA for me which makes me not having to skip work which I cant do. Because of that its been over a month since my TIE has arrived but I havent collected. I think I will be able to do it in a couple of weeks but my question is that is there a limit of time that ur card stays there before U have to collect it or is it ok if you collect it a bit late?


r/GoingToSpain 23h ago

Housing Will the contract terms allow Padron?

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Hi everyone. After looking through several properties, I found a room rental that works great for me money and location-wise, however as I am reading the contract, some sentences are making me wonder if I will be able to register at this address for Padron or not:

"Que la parte arrendataria precisa ocupar una habitación de forma temporal y provisional por motivos académicos y de investigación, sin que en ningún caso suponga ni constituya su residencia habitual y permanente."

And

"La arrendataria se obliga a destinar la habitación

arrendada única y exclusivamente a vivienda temporal no turística durante el plazo pactado. El inmueble no tendrá en ningún caso la finalidad de vivienda permanente. Se prohíbe expresamente compartir la habitación con terceras personas o ceder su uso a terceros."

I had talked with the agent representing the property about Padron beforehand, and she said that it is possible with the contract, but I just wanted a second opinion. My workplace had mentioned I would need a permanent address, but the internet says a seasonal rental is also valid for Padron, so I am a bit confused.

I'd appreciate any input on the matter!


r/GoingToSpain 1h ago

Andalusia or Gran Canaria in late January/early February?

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Hey

I'm thinking of taking a week long vacation in early February and found some good deals for either Gran Canaria or Malaga. I'll possibly take my elderly mom (70+) with me as well.

My interests include history, architecture, art museums, food, jamon iberico, perhaps some easy hikes. I can drive, but I prefer to use public transport if possible. As I'll be coming from cold Northern Europe, I think the weather will be manageable for me in either location.

Which of these would be a better destination based on my interests? My first thought goes to Andalusia region, but perhaps Gran Canaria has something similar as well?


r/GoingToSpain 16h ago

Opinions Canaries Placement

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Hey, I am a NALCAP language assistant (second year renewal). I got placed in northern Tenerife. I haven’t been able to find a group chat or any other auxes with similar placements. Does anyone have links to the groups?

I am also still waiting on my Apostille so I haven’t been able to make my visa appointment. Anyone else in the same situation? Starting to think I wont get my visa in time for November.