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Male 63, single, thinking of relocation

Posted: Fri Aug 28, 2026 2:26pm
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Jaypee

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Joined: 28 Aug 2026

Hi

I'm currently living in London and seriously considering the big move. I'm not sure Costa del sol is for me so looking at the general Cadiz area. I'm 63 and single, finding the thought very daunting. I speak minimal Spanish but very willing to learn. I'd be most grateful to hear about experiences of those that took the leap and what the big pitfalls are. I hold an Irish (European) passport. I would ideally rent somewhere for 6 months before looking to buy. Happy to hear the success stories or those for whom it didn't quite work out.

Any help would be gratefully received.🙏🏼

Deborah

Posted: Sun Aug 30, 2026 11:46pm

Posts: 3

Joined: 22 Jan 2023

Posted: Sun Aug 30, 2026 11:46pm

The Costa de la Luz is a good choice, authentic Spain and friendly. We have lived here for 3 years and no regrets at all. It's not easy to begin with but everyone has to go through issues before being able to begin to enjoy life here. We are happy to give you any advice you may need and buena suerte with your new adventure!

Jaypee

Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2026 1:36am

Jaypee

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Joined: 28 Aug 2026

Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2026 1:36am

Deborah wrote on Sun Aug 30, 2026 11:46pm:

The Costa de la Luz is a good choice, authentic Spain and friendly. We have lived here for 3 years and no regrets at all. It's not easy to begin with but everyone has to go through issues before being able to begin to enjoy life here. We are happy to give you any advice you may need and buena sue...

...rte with your new adventure!

Hi Deborah

Thank you for your message.

Can I ask what the biggest challenge was?

James

Deborah

Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2026 9:53pm

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Joined: 22 Jan 2023

Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2026 9:53pm

Jaypee wrote on Mon Aug 31, 2026 1:36am:

Hi Deborah

Thank you for your message.

Can I ask what the biggest challenge was?

James

There wasn't a biggest challenge. I do recommend hiring a good lawyer to organise residency, NIE, driving licence, digital certificate, house purchase etc.

You also have to get into the mañana style of living and once you do this, you can enjoy all that Spain has to offer!

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