????✨ Dreaming of living the Spanish countryside life, but not ready to give up your financial security? Well, Spain might just be offering the perfect deal! ????????
It turns out 3,403 towns in Spain are facing the dreaded “vanishing” act! These areas, part of the so-called “Empty Spain” (yes, it sounds like a dystopian novel but with more olive oil ????), make up 90% of the country’s territory – but only house 10% of the population. Why? Lack of jobs, services, and infrastructure. ???? So, locals are packing up and heading to bigger cities. But don’t worry – Spain has a plan for YOU to help fill these empty spots. And the best part? They’re willing to pay YOU to do it! ????
Here’s where Spain is literally paying you to relocate. Yes, you read that right. ????
???? Where in Spain will they pay you to move?
???? Castilla y León ????
If you’re up for the quiet life in a town with fewer than 20,000 people, you could get up to €2,000 just for moving there. The catch? You’ve got to register in the municipality within a month after your move. Sounds easy, right?
???? La Rioja ????
Young and ready to swap city life for village vibes? If you’re under 45 and want to buy a home in a village with fewer than 5,000 residents, you can score €20,000 to €40,000 in assistance for buying a home worth up to €180,000! Just live in it for at least 5 years. ????
???? Navarra ????
Are you under 35 and looking to buy a secondary home? Navarra’s got your back! They’ll cover 7% to 16% of the cost, depending on your income. The less you make, the more they’ll help. ????
???? Ambroz Valley (Extremadura) ????
Remote workers, freelancers, and digital nomads—this one’s for you! If you’re working remotely, you can get up to €15,000 in financial support. Just pack up and enjoy the remote lifestyle with a side of financial perks. ????
???? How to apply?
Each program has its own set of rules, but here’s what you’ll need in general:
???? Register in your new town
???? Prove you have a job (remote work counts, folks!)
???? No tax or social security debts (basically, don’t owe anyone)
???? A digital nomad visa if you’re a foreigner ????
So, what are you waiting for? You can start fresh in a peaceful, picturesque town AND get paid for it.
