Sevilla Expatriate

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Sevilla is far from being in the shadow of its big sisters, fellow capital cities, Barcelona and Madrid. As the heartbeat of Andalucia, Sevilla and its surrounding areas are the homes (and in some cases the birthplaces) of the rich traditions of flamenco music, bull and equestrian spectacles, and the ever-popular siesta. Anyone who is bitten by the Sevilla bug will feel the effects for the rest of their lives.

This Andalucian city attracts an increasingly large population of expats. They choose the city as their new home because of great employment opportunities, the relatively inexpensive cost of living, the social and cultural side of life, and the good standard of living.

There is an awful lot going for Spain’s capital, which probably explains why almost 10% of its population is composed of international people. For one, the cost of living in Sevilla is much lower than in other capitals in Europe such as London and Paris. The cost of public transport, dining out, entertainment, and clothing is rather affordable, making Sevilla very fun to live in.

One advantage of living in this vibrant capital is the availability of quality medical and educational facilities. Sevilla and neighboring towns have international schools that cater for American, British, French, German, and even Irish students. Many international schools in the city are world-renowned. In terms of healthcare, it is home to some of the best professionals and facilities in Spain.

If you are searching for an exhilarating city to live, a place that can nourish your senses, then Sevilla is for you. It is home to everything from world-class art galleries and museums to numerous cinemas, theatres, exhibition halls, leisure centers, sport centers, malls, and parks.

So, are you seriously considering relocating to Sevilla? A good idea is to first visit the city for two weeks or more, spend time in the suburbs, get to know the people, the best areas to work and live, and what activities the city offers outside of work. Decide only when you have formed a full picture of Sevilla, after weighing the advantages and disadvantages in living in Sevilla.