Spain, Malaga Spain The 1st Choice for Moving Abroad (Plus VISA Info)

[@ItllBeFun]

Bom dia! Ola! We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your support of our channel. We're excited to announce a new partnership in Spain! Our partner can assist you with visas, legal matters, and property searches. Since they're an affiliate, please mention that we referred you. We are Alan and Leslie from It'll Be Fun. You can reach them at www.milcham.com/. As you know, this partnership helps supplement our income. While KZbin ads provide some revenue, we reinvest it into improving our video production. Your subscriptions and comments on KZbin play a significant role in promoting our videos to a wider audience. Additionally, proceeds from our coaching and loyalty programs contribute to channel growth. Therefore, we invite you to join one of our Patreon levels or make a donation on our website. You can find the links at www.patreon.com/itllbefun and www.itllbefunretirement.com. Your support means the world to us! It'll Be Fun! Alan and Leslie

[@shapeoftimes]

Great video! We live in Canada for now but we are looking to early retire somewhere in Europe. Portugal and Spain are top of the list, we just didn't have enough time to explore both yet.

[@louaceveu1925]

As a Spaniard living in Orange County CA. and knowing my country well I will recommend Asturias (Northern Spain) for the summers (The wealthy Spaniards spend their summers there) and Malaga region (Torrox has the best weather of all Europe) for the winters

[@ItllBeFun]

OlA louaceveu Thank you for sharing! That would be a perfect plan. What are your thoughts on locations if someone is not able to afford to maintain two places? Have a wonderful day, Alan

[@louaceveu1925]

Buy in the North and rent off season for the winter in the South@@ItllBeFun

[@NapoleonDynamyte]

@@ItllBeFun Rent

[@ItllBeFun]

Perfect thanks

[@ItllBeFun]

Both places?

[@SalvaJ3_GB]

As Spaniard I love Portugal. When I've been in Portugal for tourism I enjoyed it, gastronomy, architecture, landscapes, very fiendly people,... In some aspects is like be in home.

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá! We agree they are both such wonderful countries. If someone is looking to move abroad or for a vacation either choice will be lovely.

[@Mr.S65]

I find adapting to Spain very easy more so than Portugal. My favorite cities are Seville and Salamanca. However, I want to get EU citizenship via Portugal which only takes five years and I’ve made a lot of progress in the Portuguese language. It wouldn’t hurt to get a little place in Spain since it’s very affordable.

[@ItllBeFun]

Sounds like a good plan. Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. Good luck on your journey. Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@josecarlosbayoncueto4689]

Here another spaniard , great channel , I also wanted to recommend that in summers you stay in the north of Spain ( regions like Galicia, Asturias , Cantabria, Basque country and Navarra )maybe two months July and August , because now due to climate change the summers are hotter in the south and Central Spain , so rental a house or apartment in the north is a good way to escape the heat , in winters the South ( Andalucia ) and East ( Valencia region ) are great with good wheather,so you have the north for summers and the south for winters Good content and channel and take care.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola josecarlos Thank you for sharing it really helps us all to learn more about the country and plan scouting trips. We will have to plan a trip this summer to the North! It'll Be Fun! Thank you for supporting our channel. Have a wonderful day Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@ElizabethBidinger]

One thing I really like about Spain is the transportation system - much better train system.

[@ItllBeFun]

Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. Yes, a good train system. Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola! Thank you for sharing. If you have any tips to share on how to best use the different systems. Please throw them out. Have a wonderful day, Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@ssflh68ify]

Can you make choices any harder? We want to make 'THE MOVE' as soon as possible. #1 for me has always been Funchal. I am a 1 language speaker, my wife is muti. Her fear of Portugal was speaking Portuguese. We had heard as well witnessed the easy in Portugal. English spoken almost everywhere. I feel Portugal has a great future in growth. But we are in retirement stage of life and want it all now! If our finances will be almost the same in either, then Spain would be it. Housing is more abundant and newer builds. We always explore and as you had stated Spain is has many options to offer. Thank You for this video, it makes are choices more intense! Keep those clips going, giving more fuel for thought!

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola ssfil68 Good! We hope your choice becomes even harder when you see Genova Italy next week. We were so in love. Gardens on every rooftop! Anyway Malaga will always be on the list for us. God willing and the creek don't raise. We guess it is wonderful to know that you can make life fantastic and you don't have to be a gazillionaire! Thanks for sharing and supporting our channel! Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@xmaniac99]

Genova will be a tad bit more expensive…

[@ItllBeFun]

Somewhat.

[@kathyw9439]

Thank you for featuring some southern Europe alternatives. We plan to take 3 months to explore Northern PT, Galicia, Asturias and Costa Blanca for a 2025 move. As mentioned above, increasingly like the idea of dividing our time seasonally and with needing to spend so much time in country due to residency rules, Spain offers a lot more geography ( and high speed rail) to explore.

[@ElizabethBidinger]

I just saw your video and Malaga has been my first choice for the past year & a half. It’s getting more expensive & will continue for many reasons including climate, no wealth tax, climate/sun. It was just named the #1 place for expats in some publication. There has been a drought and a big concern in Andalusia. Still interested - I really liked while I was there. Portugal still an option though since I will be retiring abroad/not working. Thank you for this video.

[@ItllBeFun]

Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. Yes, Málaga is another location worth checking out. Do your research. Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@John_McFadden]

Great video guys! A excellent overview for anyone considering Spain as a retirement destination. Thanks! Cheers!

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola John, Thanks! Spain has a lot to offer and worth taking a look at if you are starting the process. But we know you already chose Portugal!!! See ya, Alan

[@thepeacefulpack]

Oh this is funny...we moved to Portugal 3 years ago and we are presently looking for a place in Malaga. Our goal is to winter in Spain and summer in Portugal. We are in love with the Malaga region and for anyone who enjoys a fantastic sunrise location...Malaga is AWESOME!!!

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola the peaceful pack Glad you liked it! We are also jealous! Maybe in another year we will be able to get a second house in Spain! It is fantastic. It would be the perfect place for summer and then winter on the beautiful island of Madeira!!! Or maybe Wolf can get a place in Malaga and we will come for a long visit! Have a wonderful day, Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@markdonaldson7934]

Summer in Portugal, winter in Spain...perfect life, good luck. You are giving me ideas.

[@thepeacefulpack]

@@ItllBeFun Lots to look forward to...and not sure if you checked out Benidorm...it's two hours further to drive only your money buys you a lot more than in Malaga, Torremolinos and Benalmadena. It seems very comparable. Only Malaga is truly special...enjoy and thanks for sharing.

[@ItllBeFun]

Thank you for sharing as well.

[@luismanuelruiz1622]

Hi Thanks for your message I’m still working until retirement here in es York but I would love to move to Spain or Portugal also I have Spain citizenship and USA citizenship also but I’m looking for any advise were could be more affordable cost of living and possibly to buy a apartment, I was thinking about. Valencia Spain I had already a choice but looking more options, thanks.

[@WilliamIngram-gi6sm]

Spain looks amazing. Can't wait to travel there. Looks like you had fun for sure!

[@ItllBeFun]

It is! We will go back again.

[@lucianaperez6690]

What a beautiful video! Thank you for such a treat.

[@ItllBeFun]

Thanks so much for watching and supporting our channel .We appreciate it Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@JaKi052]

Great video; cold and windy weather here in Toronto! Where is the outro beach video from? beautiful and relaxing footage! cheers

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Jaki052, Obrigado. We love it that you noticed! Thanks. We wondered if anyone would. Thanks for your support. Have a wonderful day Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@JaKi052]

I always enjoy that clip. Is this beach in portugal? Madeira? @@ItllBeFun

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola! It is Praia Formosa beach on the island of Madeira in Portugal.

[@chrismedeiros3201]

Beautiful video. Spain is an attractive option to consider.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Chris, It really is a wonderful country. And when we get to Malaga and the surrounding areas we.just fall in love all over again. It is a great option especially if you can qualify for the Beckham tax resheme. Thanks for being here, Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@silvi0420]

Lovely ❤ thanks for your video.

[@ItllBeFun]

Olá Silva, Thanks for watching!

[@markdonovan1540]

Málaga is very beautiful, but there is another side to this city and this southern coast in general. Just walking around as a tourist it's unlikely that you'll notice it, but this area is well-known in Spain as a location favoured by members of organised criminal gangs. It wouldn't necessarily be something to stop someone going there on holiday, or even to live there, but it's something to be aware of. The drinking water quality is very poor, so most people have to drink bottled water. This is often the case with water supplied via desalination plants, as opposed to hard rock filtered rain water sources found in the central plateau areas and northern regions of Spain. PS. I've lived and worked in Spain for over 10 years and I've travelled extensively in Spain and Portugal during this time.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Mark, Thank you for sharing. This is great information. Have a wonderful day Alan

[@BasicBeachCommunity1]

It's funny I've seen a lot of videos on the foreigners coming to malaga marbella... But I mean that's a great point because definitely the criminals love to target wealthy people where there's a lot of money around

[@markdonovan1540]

@@BasicBeachCommunity1 It's not that they target wealthy people specifically, although that goes on all over the world. It's about organised crime drug trafficking and the various related crimes by the gangs involved.

[@Manalvt]

Es que lo bueno le gusta a todo el mundo incluídos los mafiosos. Por cierto, a los mafiosos no les gusta ser molestados cuando están de vacaciones, así que rara vez suceden disturbios en los lugares que frecuentan.

[@antoniolopezlopez4236]

Yes it´s true that this region is well know as the retirement place of some important gangs, like russians and moroccans, but its not something generalized. Normally they live in rich luxury areas like Marbella, Puerto Banús and so on. As for them this is their dreamed retirement, rarelly they cause disburbs because they don´t like to create problems in the place they have their mannors.

[@ruinunes8251]

Hello, just checking in to say hello to you guys.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Rui, We hope all is going well. And that we will ee you on your next visit to Madeira. Take care. Alan

[@MikeS29]

Hello Alan, I was looking through your affiliate links in hopes of learning who you and your family chose for private health insurance. We are considering Cigna Global when we expatriate to Malaga this year, but would be curious to investigate other options. Thanks again for a great video.

[@ItllBeFun]

We chose MGEN due to my age. Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. Alan

[@jwhitehair267]

Would love to connect about spending time in Portugal!

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola jwhitehair, Great! Pop on over to our patreon and sign up for the monthly meetup or choose a one-to-one meet up. Www.patreon.com/itllbefun Hope to meet you soon. Have a wonderful day Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@ronaldcole3513]

Hola! We will be in Malaga in March for a month. This will be our due diligent trip. I will most likely apply for the passive visa because I will be living on my SS. I am still not eligible to withdraw from my 401K. Like you my wife is 10 yrs. younger than me. She can work on a digital nomad visa. I have a friend you lives in Lisbon, we try to visit him as well. Why did you choose Portugal over Spain? You reinforced my thinking, Thank you.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Ronald, We are looking to visit again in April. Your trip will be a wonderful trip! We have a new affiliate group in Spain. If you are wanting to look at property or need some help with your visa while on your visit. Give them a call and let them know It'll Be Fun sent you. So we get brownie points. Philippe (Phil) Bellande CEO  Milcham International ReLo E: [e-mail] Spain M: [phone] Have a wonderful day Alan and Leslie

[@ronaldcole3513]

I will reach out to Milcham and will acknowledge you referred us. Thank you.

[@ItllBeFun]

Obrigado!

[@DJBILINGUAL]

Really wanted to move to Spain but the tax situation seemed really bad so I turned my eyes to Greece. How do you feel about the tax situation in Spain?

[@ItllBeFun]

If you're eligible for the *Beckham Law* , it's definitely worth considering. This special tax regime for expatriates in Spain can offer significant benefits. To learn more about VISAs, taxes, and property acquisition in Spain, we encourage you to reach out to our new affiliate, Philippe, at Milcham. Be sure to mention that we referred you so that we receive credit. You can contact Philippe at [e-mail]._ Also come Join us on Patreon at www.patreon.com/itllbefun

[@markdonaldson7934]

Great video! I am pondering a move from Canada to either Portugal or Spain. After extended trips to both countries when I was younger, and residing in the U.K. & Republic of Ireland on work visas I am familar with the living standards of Europe. Curious if you know anything about the ability to transform my Non Lucrative Visa into a Work Permit after a year of residency?

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Mark, Great to here from you. Interesting question with somewhat complicated answers. So remember double check for you Spainish or Portuguese tax attorney. For Portugal contact Filomena Silva [e-mail] she is fantastic. She can set up a video can with you. Please let her know we sent you. Portugal-no longer has a Golden VISA through property ownership. So you may just want a d7 anyway. Spain- you should be able to after a year but this could be effected based upon the area you live in. Hope this gets you started! Have a wonderful day Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@luismanuelruiz1622]

Good morning I really appreciate and always follow yours professional and very helpful videos , my question is I have double citizenship USA AND Spain citizenship but I’m living and working in New York until get retired but the cost of the living here is so expensive so moving to Spain it’s my dreams after retire. I’m wondering if around $2000 dollars monthly could be enough thinking about after changing to euro may could be $1600 monthly. Thanks.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Luismanuelruiz1622 It is nice to hear from you and it sounds like your plans are coming along well. We would recommend that if you are planning on 1600 euros you build your budget in an area located somewhat outside of the main cities. This way you can create a cost effective lifestlye with the quality you dream of. If you are able to ourchase your property verses rent that would give you additional stability. Have a wonderful day Alan

[@stevebachmanrealestate143]

I’m confused. Are you no longer in Portugal and permanently living in Malaga? Would love to chat with you one of these days! Thanks so much! Steve and Gina Bachman

[@ItllBeFun]

Still in Madeira. Obrigado Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@stevebachmanrealestate143]

And here we thought you moved to Malaga based on this video. We are hoping to hit the Costa del Sol April or May. Have my eyes on Estepona.

[@ItllBeFun]

No that was where we originally thought we were going to move to but ended up in Madeira. It would be nice to get a second place there.

[@phillipsens]

Hmm... why not Alicanta area, Costa Blanca?

[@ItllBeFun]

Why not indeed! They are absolutely worth looking into!

[@phillipsens]

@@ItllBeFun i have heard alot about "beggers" , dogs barking, dogshit and garbage everywhere even though they clean everyday- high touristy prices and drunk noise, so I would look near Costa Blanca .. will you be buying or retning?

[@ItllBeFun]

We didn't see it as an issue either. But maybe we were in a different area. We do see it in some areas of Portugal. But it is not remotely as bad as we were led to believe.

[@morgan97475]

We may reach out to you at some point as we conduct our research.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Morgan, Great! We will be here. Let us know what we can help with as you go. Have a wonderful day Alan

[@DeanRamser]

Excellent video. Thank you. We are 66YO retired educators visiting Poland and Estonia after helping a new school open in Lviv. We are seriously thinking of selling our Portland condo and moving to Europe. Is renting a better option than owning a home for expats in Spain? We always wanted to own, but now it seems that putting the cash in CDs is wiser than purchasing a home. Plus the healthcare is better in Spain than in the US. Your thoughts? Dean & Cindy

[@ItllBeFun]

It's best to rent first before buying, to make sure you are happy with the area. As far as recommendations for Your investment, best to contact a professional. Make sure you do all the research about Spain first. For example, in most cases dual citizenship is not available to US citizens. But it still is a good option if you don't require a second passport. Good luck on your journey. Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@DeanRamser]

@@ItllBeFun Thanks for the response. The journey is exciting!!

[@ItllBeFun]

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[@mitchellaudritsh8939]

I am curious on your views on Medicare Part B. Those services are not available outside the USA and one must apply at/around age 65 and pay a monthly premium. Expats can opt not to sign up for Part B, but would face a 10% premium penalty for each year out of the system if one returns to the USA. So, do you gamble that you will never return to the USA and pocket the premiums? Or pay the premiums as a risk mitigation in case you unexpectedly have to return to the USA?

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Mitchell Good question and the answer is different for each person. We choose to maintain part B for the first 1 year. And then once we felt we were safe in saying we weren't coming back cancelled it. So for a couple hundred a month you may just want to keep it. Hope this helps. Have a wonderful day Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@maritzalamberty8013]

I went to Malaga and fell in love and I want to move to Malaga real bad , I just don’t know how to get started

[@olegkon1]

Hi Alan. I listen to your videos often. Why Malaga is #1 in Spain for retirement? You did not mention much about it in the video. IMHO Valencia and Alicante are strong contenders too. We too are from US and considered for retirement (in maybe 5 yrs) Portugal first (until it killed NHR), but after visiting both Portugal and Spain, liked Spain more. A question about taxes in retirement: is it possible to live for 6 months in Spain and another 6 in Portugal, do we still have to pay those high taxes in both or maybe you become non-resident for tax? How much taxes do you need to pay for SSI and 401k? Please give us an idea.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola, You would need to get a Visa in either Spain or Portugal and set up tax residence which means you must stay just over 6 months consecutive or 8 months non consecutive. Then the remainder could be in the other country as non tax. You would still need to pay your US taxes or at least file. As for how much you really need to contact a tax attorney in the country you want to get your Visa in. Ours is listed in our vendor listing which can be found in Patreon www.patreon.com/itllbefun or on our website www.itllbefunretirement.com Have a wonderful day Alan

[@24jerde]

costa blanca is pretty great. alicante, torrevieja, altea, albir, benidorm. many expats there

[@ElsaSimaan]

Well, thank you for this. We are looking at Malaga, Spain now, since the changes in Portugal doing away with the NHR😂. Do you have recommendations as to a tax lawyer in Spain and an excellent realtor. We will need the retirement visa which I believe is the Non-Lucrative Visa. Thank you.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola! Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. Yes, we do please send us an email to [e-mail] and get will get you connected. Have a wonderful day, Alan and Leslie

[@Roque-Cachamuiña-gs1wd]

It's funny that those who call themselves expatriates instead of immigrants talk about xenophobia... In Spain there are racists, xenophobes, classists, stupid people, ... in the same proportion as in any country in the world. Now if you come to Spain to live, just as if you are going to live in another country in the world, my advice is that you learn the local language and adapt to the local customs, if in Spain you live and behave like a foreigner, You will be treated as a foreigner, it's that simple.

[@ItllBeFun]

Well spoken. Best to assimilate into the country to ensure you get to most out of your journey. Thanks again

[@O1012-u7q]

Unfortunately if you have retirement income beyond social security, Spanish income taxes are punitive beyond belief and basically not compatible with American pensions. If you have substantial retirement income you’ll owe half of it to the Spanish government.

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola! Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. It is always worth contacting a tax attorney in Spain and having your numbers runs. You may qualify for the Beckham law tax program or may relay your portfolio to be more tax efficient. Hope this helps. Have a wonderful day.

[@Kristoferwitha_k]

30 percent? Thats it? With inflation and the dollar dropping 30 percent is just not enough. Mexico is cheaper and closer. Colombia is a third the cost of the U.S. and in the same time zone

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Kristopherwithak Thanks for being here we appreciate your support. Sounds like Mexico or someplace in South America is calling your name!!!! Have a wonderful day.

[@jorgeruizibanez2318]

North Spain is trending topic... Who wants to suffer 40c in July, august? In the south????

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola jorgeruizibanez It is a trending topic and fun to explore. We love the idea of taking advantage of each area by season. Thanks for watching and supporting our channel. Have a wonderful day Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@Manalvt]

¿Quién quiere sufrir el frío y la lluvia casi todo el año?. En Málaga es rarísimo llegar a 40°C y las poquísimas veces que sucede no se está a esa temperatura todo el día.

[@Roque-Cachamuiña-gs1wd]

In Europe, taxes are generally higher than in the United States, although there are differences between different countries; however, the medium and long-term trend is harmonization. I believe that all those who want to settle in Europe must first understand that the price to pay for enjoying good public services, security, good infrastructure, social equality,... is paying taxes. The "ultra liberals" are right, nothing is free, here we have chosen to pay for these services with progressive taxes, so that we can all enjoy them..., it is not a perfect system but perhaps it is less bad than others. In any case, I believe that what characterizes European society, there being many differences between countries, since Nordic countries are not the same as Central European or Mediterranean countries, is our lesser individualism and also that we must work to live, not live to work.

[@ItllBeFun]

You bring up some excellent points. Anything worth having is worth paying for. You need to research all costs, including taxes. And compare what you benefit from to make a wise decision. Thanks for watching. Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@manzahalem8845]

What about taxes? Happy with the amount Spain will take?

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Manzahalem, We talk about taxes towards the back end of the video. Hope this helps. Have a wonderful day Alan, Leslie and Wolf

[@suzyq555]

Great video Alan. A point to consider whether you are political or not is the government of Spain. This can impact your life greatly. It is a socialist country.

[@ItllBeFun]

This is true. Everyone should do their research before moving to another country.

[@hoosomio]

Nooo demasiados guiris .esto es una invasión !! 😅

[@ItllBeFun]

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[@nllondon964]

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[@ItllBeFun]

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[@ItllBeFun]

Bom dia!

[@andrewdavies8954]

Malaga,you have to be joking,living in Spain,and you choose Malaga ?

[@ItllBeFun]

Ola Andrew, Thank you for sharing. Would you like to share some ideas for people to review? Have a wonderful day Alan

[@EARN-750-DAILY_JOB_FOR_U]

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[@ItllBeFun]

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