Nowadays, Spain is still one of the most favourable destinations for people wishing to relocate abroad. In particular moving to Marbella seems to be a popular choice. People’s motive for emigrating varies enormously. Many desire for a much warmer climate, some see more opportunities abroad. Others want to provide their family a better standard of living. Some may simply be pursuing a dream property for sale in Marbella with the aim of retiring abroad.

Buying property for moving in Marbella

Buying a property for sale in Marbella and moving to Marbella isn’t a complicated step, as long as you plan your new life ahead and know how the system works. Moving to Marbella can be a success if you do your homework and prepare thoroughly.

However, a surprising number of people launch themselves into their new life with not much more than a vague idea that the ‘grass is greener’. It doesn’t matter how cosmopolitan you may well be. Always keep in mind that this is not just a couple of weeks’ holiday. Be realistic. Ask yourself the tough questions, which will, of course, differ according to your personal circumstances.

In summary the prospect of buying a property for sale in Marbella and relocating to Spain may seem at first quite overwhelming. However bear in mind thousands of people do so each year and with great success. Take our professional advice on as many areas as possible, thus ensuring you are in possession of all the applicable and relevant facts.

Moving to Marbella with children

Making the huge decision of buying a property for sale in Marbella and embarking on a new life in Spain is a major decision for anyone. Particularly those with children, especially teenagers, since they are being taken away from their natural setting, friends and school. The key to make this transition smooth and ensuring your child settles is to ensure you are aware of all the common difficulties and drawbacks which face families when relocating to Spain.

Some people who relocate do their own international removals. Some buy a caravan to tow, some buy an old van drive themselves all the way down to Marbella.

Generally, the younger your children are the more likely they are to settle in Spain.

It is understood young children adjust quickly and without difficulty to almost any change of circumstances as long as they are in a loving and secure family environment. Young children, especially pre-school years are able to grasp a new language with great ease. They have the ability to make new friends with no trouble, and they adapt smoothly to a different routine and climate.

Unfortunately older children, especially those in their teenage years are more likely to suffer with adjustment problems. Problems such as homesickness, loneliness and feelings of inadequacy particularly in the school environment. This is predominantly due to them not being fluent in the Spanish language from the beginning. Therefore it is vital from the beginning to decide whether or not to send your child to a private or international school rather than a local state school. If you can afford to send your child to a private or international school you will obviously need to do some comprehensive research and explore the different options available.

Moving your pets with you to Spain

Buying a property for sale in Marbella and relocating with your pets is another key concern form many individuals wishing to move to Spain. A pet is a member of the family, and therefore should be treated as such. Moving to Marbella with your family pet from the UK or Ireland is actually a relatively easy process. As long as all the paperwork is in order it should be easy sailing!

Firstly they will require a European Pet Passport (EU Pet Passport). This allows for qualifying domestic animals to freely cross the borders in Europe.

The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) provides for qualifying domestic pets to travel to and from the UK without undergoing quarantine. This is however providing they are correctly identified and vaccinated pet animals.

With all those tips in mind, you certainly will like Marbella. Take a look at our properties to make your move easier!