For those relocating to Spain, Bishop’s Move has published a comprehensive guide to buying property and ensuring a smooth transition.

The guide begins with essential preparatory steps - securing a NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero); and, for many, opening a local Spanish bank account to handle transactions efficiently.

Understanding the Spanish property market is critical. Bishop’s Move notes that prices per square metre in cities such as Valencia and Alicante hover around €2,000 – compared to the £10,000-plus /m² in London; and, apart from the cost, the guide recommends visiting potential regions multiple times across seasons to truly feel the lifestyle difference.

Over-packing is a common pitfall, as is rushing paperwork. The guide stresses the benefits of renting first to get to know local markets before buying.

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