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Making the move to Spain Perhaps your mind’s made up and you’ve decided to join the thousands of people who have decided to go for it and start a new life in Spain. Perhaps you’re one of thousands more who are still dreaming about it – or perhaps you’re somewhere in between. The good news is that if you’re an EU citizen who’s thinking of relocating permanently to Spain, you may live and work freely here and if you’re retired, claim your UK pension here. Spain has always been a popular retirement location, but in the last five years or so, there have been increasing numbers of young people, including families, relocating permanently to both coastal and inland areas. Here at I.P.I 2000, we know that, whatever your personal circumstances, once you’ve made the transition from dreaming about it to thinking about the practicalities, it can get a little overwhelming. Relocation is a big decision, as we all know, because many of us have done it ourselves! You can’t just pack up your belongings, hop on a plane and hope for the best, especially if you need to earn a living. Good preparation and research, along with the right kind of support and advice are the key ingredients to smooth your path to success in your new life and new career. At I.P.I 2000 we don’t just sell you a property and disappear – we’re with you every step of the way. So talk to us, we can give you advice on all the practical aspects of setting up your new home, from getting your utilities sorted to arranging removal companies. We know that every I.P.I 2000 customer is unique. You’re all looking for something different from Southern Spain, and from us. Luckily, the region is diverse enough to accommodate the needs of all kinds of homebuyers – from young families looking for a new life in the sun to investors and retirees. We’ve already helped thousands of people to find their perfect property and provided them with all the support they need when they first make that momentous move – so you’ll find no one understands your needs better than our staff here at I.P.I 2000 Planning & Research Southern Spain attracts visitors from around the world, keen to enjoy the 300 days a year sunshine, the world-class infrastructure, and an unbeatable quality of life. With properties to suit everyone from young families to those enjoying their retirement, southern Spain truly is a wonderful place to set up home. Decision made…now what? So your mind’s made up. You’ve decided to join the thousands of people who have decided to go for it and start a new life in Spain. Spain has always been a popular retirement location, but in the last five years or so, there have been increasing numbers of young people, including families, relocating permanently both to coastal areas and inland. Once you actually make the decision and go from dreaming about it to thinking about the practicalities, it can get a little overwhelming, so we’ve put together a clear and concise guide to help you think about the important things in your new life. Research areas and available properties You can do some initial research on the internet, just to give you an idea of what’s available and where. . If there’s something you think we’ve missed and you’d like to know about, why not email us today and we’ll get the experts onto it straight away. Once you’ve done some initial research and have narrowed down your choice of area a little, that’s the time to go and see for yourself. There’s nothing like being there and getting a feel for an area, seeing what’s available in terms of facilities and, of course, checking out what kind of property is available and at what price. Decide where you'd like to live, and whether to rent or buy. At this stage, you need to consider whether you might like to rent a property for a while or whether you want to buy straight away. I.P.I 2000 can help you whatever you decide to do. Renting a property can help to familiarise you with an area on a daily basis and find out first hand what health and education facilities are available as well as practicalities like transport and shopping. I.P.I 2000 rentals will be happy to help you find a property for a medium- or long-term let until you find your feet. Many people prefer to buy property so that they feel they’ve really arrived, it’s very much a personal choice. If you prefer to buy, I.P.I 2000 can help you find the perfect property for your needs. You won’t be rushed into such an important decision, but our team will listen to your needs and support you until you find exactly what you want and you’re ready to buy. Healthcare Nothing is as important as your health and that of your family and so this is something you should organise well in advance. Your decisions about healthcare will depend on your circumstances and we have extensive information for all eventualities. One thing you should do before you move is to find out your healthcare entitlements in Spain. Remember you may not be able to claim benefits in the same way that you did at home. If you currently live in the UK, contact the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) www.dwp.gov.uk to find out your entitlement, which will depend on whether you’re retired or not and whether you’ve been paying social security in the UK up to the point of departure. Whatever your situation, it’s advisable to take out private healthcare to begin with so that you’re covered until you become familiar with what’s what in Spain. Pensions If you’re entitled to a UK State pension, you can claim it from Spain. Contact the DWP for a pension forecast. If you’re already claiming a pension, the DWP will also advise you how to claim your pension from Spain. Schools & education If you have school-age children, one of the most important things is to research the schooling possibilities as early as possible. Decide whether you’d prefer for them to attend a Spanish school (state or private) or an international school where the teaching will be in English or may be in both English and Spanish. Learning the language Although English is widely spoken in southern Spain, it’s important that you know the basics before you arrive. It will help to smooth your path tremendously if you can communicate in Spanish, particularly if you’re going to be working. Spanish isn’t a difficult language to learn and technology makes it even easier! Getting a job in Spain Make sure your CV is up to date and register with some reputable recruitment agencies in Spain, such as Recruit Spain. This is a good way to find out what’s available in Spain and Gibraltar, but remember that if someone calls you for an interview, you’ll need to be in Spain! Read more about working in Spain on our Getting around While public transport is generally excellent here on the Costa del Sol, if you plan to live and work here, it will help if can get around by car. You'll be more independent, you can explore the area more easily and of course, you'll be able to get to those beautiful hidden away spots that the region is so famous for! Before you get into the driving seat, make sure you're driving legally, that you have all the correct paperwork (link to travel page) and try and get to know some of the main areas. It'll help to avoid any panics when you're driving to that important interview! The good thing is, the Costa del Sol runs along one main highway, so as long as you can find that, and the sea, you can get practically anywhere! Bringing your pets If you have a pet that you plan to bring with you to Spain, it pays to be well prepared, particularly if you plan to take it backwards and forwards to the UK. You need to make sure your pet will be allowed to enter Spain but also that it will be allowed to re-enter the UK without quarantine. The UK has strict entry regulations for pets and even if you think you won’t want to take your pet back, it pays to be prepared in case of an emergency. Pets traveling within Europe can usually avoid quarantine as long as they fulfill certain health requirements. The will need an EU Pet Passport (no photos required!) and to qualify for one is a long process which can take up to eight months, even if everything goes straightforwardly. If you're thinking if leaving the cold behind for good, these links might help you get started. And remember, most of us here at I.P.I 2000 have made this type of move to Spain ourselves, so we can help you with first hand knowledge of relocating to Spain. Give us a call today...and before you know it, your old life will seem like a distant memory! |
