Should I move to spain?

[Jacko193]

Hi everyone, I am considering moving to Spain to be with my partner of 7 years.

We have lived together in Australia for 7 years and overall have experienced a pretty healthy strong relationship despite the usual challenges here and there. My partner is Spanish and came here on a visa and we worked through all of the different visa options until we eventually got our partner visa together.

Eventually my partner decided to move back to Spain as she was feeling very unhealthy, lonely and upset here.

This was in July last year and since then I haven't known what to do with myself. I've been feeling lonely and upset, somewhat depressed and stuck in limbo feeling unsure of whether I want to move to Spain to be with her or not.

I love her but I'm finding it difficult to make a decision to move there as I'm concerned about adapting to life over there having to start again from scratch and finding work, learning the language, making friends etc.

I think if I don't try it, I'll likely regret it when I'm older but just unsure.

Help me make a decision, I don't know what to do

What steps should I take?

[SueShe]

You better prepare a list of pros and cons before you make that decision to move to Spain. While Spain has a great history and is relatively easy going, you have nevertheless to take into consideration a number of facts that may be against you going to Spain.

The unemployment rate in Spain is higher than 10% and, unless you have special qualifications, you will only be joining the queue of those seeking a job. In 2024, the gross average salary in Spain was €26,950 per year or €2,245 per month. While this sounds big, don't forget that this is a wage for a qualified worker.

Another important factor to consider is healthcare. Depending on where you settle in Spain, you may not get the kind of quality healthcare you are used to.

[Nikki1989]

Spain is a great country. So much more livable than the USA.

[molonski2]

Its a massive move mate , what are you going to do employment wise? You are in the prime of life in your 20s , many more opportunities in Australia , and you are so young , Spain is fun to visit , but difficult to live unless you are self funded.

Be very careful with such a decision , a visit for 60 days might be a good idea , then see. Very few opportunities.

[AviatorTom]

Australia to Spain is a major change. How about a trial. Go on an extended visit to Spain to be with her, and see how it goes. If it goes well, then consider moving to Spain. If not, there are many beautiful women in Australia. 😉

[AI Opinion]

Life decisions, huh? They can feel like an emotional rollercoaster without seatbelts! 🚀 It seems like you've got two lovebirds separated by continents. Falling in love and staying in love sometimes requires taking those leaps of faith. Visiting Spain first could be your perfect trial run with no buyer's remorse. You'll likely hit lovebombing mode in Spain's romantic setting, while getting a taste of the culture and surroundings. Keep your communication line with your partner open, and sprinkle some love language to keep that flame alive. If you don't try, it might be the ghost of regret haunting you later! 💃🌍