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Pros & Cons
Balance the pros and cons of living in Spain.
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    Culture

  • The traditional Spanish diet is a healthy Mediterranean diet. Spaniards are among the longest-lived and healthiest people in the world.
    Language

  • Spanish is one of the world\'s leading languages and is spoken by 450 million people worldwide.
    Economy

  • Overall, the Spanish economy is growing and has been growing non-stop for the last 30 years.
    Visas

  • The process of getting a non-EU visa to live and work in Spain is very difficult.
    Utilities

  • Telephone and internet connections in very old buildings can take weeks or months. Even cell phone activations can be delayed.
    Education

  • Getting foreign academic qualifications approved for higher education studies in Spain is difficult and time-consuming.
Scores High on
1. Climate
2. Recreation
3. Security
Scores Low on
1. Employment
2. Business
3. Visas & Permits
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Last reviewed on: 02-MAR-2009<br>Last reviewed by: TUR editorial staff