Trending: “We’re Not Going Back” -Why More Americans Are Choosing Spain in 2025
Americans are moving to Spain for safety, rights, and day-to-day quality of life.
Recent media coverage highlights a growing stream of families and professionals choosing cities like Barcelona, Madrid, Málaga, and Valencia for healthcare access, good schools, and a calmer work-life rhythm.
Why the shift?
- Quality of life at a fair cost: safer cities, walkability, and access to public healthcare once you become a resident.
- Human rights & inclusion: many families — including LGBTQ+ households — seek predictability and inclusion.
- Remote work unlocked: Spain's International Teleworker (Digital Nomad) permit lets you live in Spain while working for your current employer or clients.
The main legal pathways available (2025)
There are many options available for U.S. citizens to immigrate. These choices vary based on income, acompanying family, and whether you'll work for a non-Spanish employer or not work in Spain."
- Digital Nomad / International Teleworker: for W-2 employees or contractors working remotely for non-Spanish companies.
- Non-Lucrative Visa: best for retirees or those with passive income/savings.
- Student Permit: enroll in an approved program.
Other routes (case-by-case): Highly Qualified Professional / intra-company moves, Family of an EU citizen, entrepreneur/self-employed projects.
Our recent clients
We've already helped U.S. families who already made the decision. Typical wins include:
- Digital Nomad permit approvals for W-2 employees with a Certificate of Coverage from U.S. Social Security.
- Digital Nomad permit approvals for contractors.
- Family packages (spouse/partner + kids) with synchronized filings and school timing.
- Non-Lucrative approvals for early retirees.
- Highly Qualified Professional permits for those being hired by a Spanish entity.
- Intra-company transfer permit for those who remain employees of their US employer but are being transfered to the Spanish branch of the group.
Every case is different, but a clear strategy and complete evidence dramatically shorten timelines.
