We’ve talked about co-working spaces. Some of the best are found in the centre of the city. Well connected by public transport, with lots of activity day and night. Identify your priorities and do some scoping to find the ideal location…for work and to live. If you have school-age children, your location may influence your choice of schools and access.
Setting up for the long-term
If you are a permanent resident in Spain you will need to file taxes and if you are working, you’ll want to make sure that you are meeting all the obligations.
We recommend that you seek independent advice on your legal status and tax obligations.
- Where to locate?
- Good connection to the airport
- Easy access by public transport
- Popular location
- Great views
- Close to the beach
- Close to other companies in the same line of business
Entertainment
Trade-offs when choosing your location
The advantage of living in an apartment in a city like Barcelona is that everything is close by. Shops, supermarkets, public transport, metro and increasingly, cycling lanes.
Apartments come with their own challenges: – limited space, limited light, noisy neighbourhood, noisy neighbours and lots of other things that you usually learn through experience.
The decision about which area of the city works best for you will depend on a variety of factors, distinct for each person. There is also a question of luck or opportunity, as finding a good apartment in the right location at an affordable price is not going to be easy. It can help to engage an agent to help with the search and make sure you check out the area before making a decision.