🏖️ Why Retire in Alicante?
Alicante is one of the most popular destinations for foreign retirees in Spain — especially from the UK, Netherlands, Germany, and Scandinavia.
✅ 300+ days of sunshine
✅ Low cost of living
✅ Excellent beaches and promenades
✅ Thriving English-speaking expat community
✅ Direct flights to major EU cities
Whether you’re looking for a vibrant coastal life or a calm retreat, Alicante offers the perfect balance of comfort and affordability.
🛂 Visa & Residency for Non-EU Retirees
If you’re not from the EU, you’ll need a non-lucrative visa to retire in Alicante.
Requirements:
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Monthly income: at least €2,400/month
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Clean criminal background
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Private Spanish health insurance
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Proof of long-term housing
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Application from your home country
💡 Our legal team manages full visa application support, including translations and certified documentation.
🏥 Healthcare for Retirees in Alicante
Alicante is known for high-quality medical care, both public and private.
Private Healthcare:
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Required for visa approval
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Cost: €60–€200/month depending on age and coverage
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Multiple international clinics available
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English-speaking doctors widely accessible
Public Healthcare:
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Accessible after 1+ year via Convenio Especial
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Monthly fee based on age: €60 (under 65), €157 (65+)
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You can also gain access if you contribute to Spain’s social security system
💡 We help retirees select compliant insurance policies and navigate enrollment.
🏡 Buying or Renting in Alicante
Alicante offers many retiree-friendly neighborhoods:
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San Juan Playa – beach lifestyle, wide promenades
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El Campello – quieter suburb with tram access
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Santa Faz & Mutxamel – peaceful areas with villas
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Alicante Centro – city life with cafes, shops, and harbor views
Legal Tips When Buying:
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Always use a lawyer for arras contract review
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Verify property debts, licenses, and registry status
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Expect taxes/fees of 10%–13% on the purchase
💡 We conduct full property due diligence and POA-based purchases for retirees.
💰 Retirement Taxes in Alicante
Once you become a Spanish tax resident, you are taxed on worldwide income.
| Income Type | Tax Notes |
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| State pensions | Usually taxed in Spain (check DTT) |
| Private pensions | Taxed as savings income (19%–26%) |
| Investments | Taxed if resident (capital gains rules) |
| Foreign property | Must be declared (Modelo 720) |
Spain has tax treaties with the UK, USA, Canada, and most major countries.
💡 We offer full tax planning for new retirees moving to Spain.
📜 Spanish Will & Inheritance Planning
Spanish inheritance law imposes forced heirship, but retirees can opt for their home country’s law via a Spanish will.
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Prevents legal confusion or delays
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Ensures your assets in Spain go to the intended heirs
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Allows your heirs to access inheritance tax exemptions
💡 We draft custom Spanish wills with international law clauses for expats.
💶 Cost of Living in Alicante (Retired Couple)
| Expense | Est. Monthly (€) |
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| Rent (1–2 BR flat) | €650–€1,000 |
| Groceries | €300–€400 |
| Healthcare | €100–€200 |
| Utilities + Internet | €150 |
| Dining & Leisure | €300–€500 |
✅ Average total: €1,800–€2,400/month
🛡️ Legal Support for Retirees in Alicante
We provide:
✅ Non-lucrative visa assistance
✅ NIE and empadronamiento registration
✅ Property legal reviews & contracts
✅ Inheritance & tax planning
✅ Power of attorney for remote setup
📞 Thinking of Retiring in Alicante?
We’ve helped hundreds of foreign retirees start a new chapter in Alicante with complete legal peace of mind — from visas to property to taxes.
👉 Contact us today to plan your retirement move to Alicante.