☀️ Why Alicante Is Perfect for Digital Nomads
Alicante offers everything a remote worker wants:
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Year-round sunshine
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Coastal living at affordable prices
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A growing international community
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Modern coworking infrastructure
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Excellent public transport and airport connections
With Spain’s Digital Nomad Visa, you can live and work legally in Alicante for up to 5+ years — no Spanish employer required.
✅ Can You Use the Digital Nomad Visa in Alicante?
Yes — the visa applies throughout Spain. Alicante is one of the best value cities for digital nomads: lower rent than Madrid or Barcelona, but with excellent quality of life.
Whether you’re applying from abroad or already in Spain as a tourist, you can legally begin your visa process here.
🧾 Visa Requirements (Alicante Applicants)
To qualify, you must:
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Work remotely for a non-Spanish company or freelance for international clients
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Earn at least €2,400/month
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Have a university degree or 3+ years of work experience
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Provide proof of private health insurance
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Hold a clean criminal record (past 5 years)
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Register your address (empadronamiento) in Alicante
💶 Cost of Living in Alicante
Alicante is significantly cheaper than Spain’s bigger cities — with a high standard of living.
| Expense Category | Monthly Cost (€) |
|---|---|
| Rent (1BR, central) | €600–€850 |
| Utilities + Internet | €80–€120 |
| Coworking | €100–€150 |
| Groceries | €180–€280 |
| Public Transport | €30–€40 |
| Health Insurance | €50–€80 |
💡 Alicante’s beachfront neighborhoods offer sea views at half the price of Barcelona.
🏘️ Best Areas for Digital Nomads in Alicante
| Neighborhood | Why Choose It |
|---|---|
| El Centro | Walkable, central, full of cafés |
| Playa de San Juan | Beachfront, quiet, residential |
| Carolinas Altas | Affordable, well-connected, authentic local vibe |
| Albufereta | Coastal views, close to tram lines |
| Benalúa | Peaceful, underrated, near city center |
💻 Coworking & Remote-Friendly Spots
Alicante’s startup scene is small but growing, with quality coworking spaces:
| Coworking Space | Area | Price (€/month) |
|---|---|---|
| Ulab Ideas Meeting Point | El Centro | €130–€160 |
| Coworking Alicante | Benalúa | €100–€140 |
| Glub Center | Mercado area | €110–€150 |
| Grow Working | Albufereta | €90–€130 |
Popular cafés for remote work include Sip and Wonder, Bodhigreen, and El Refugio.
📋 Applying for the Visa from Alicante
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Apply abroad (via consulate) or within Spain as a tourist
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Required documents:
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NIE (foreigner ID number)
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Proof of income + remote job or client contracts
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Health insurance
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Criminal background check
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Degree or proof of experience
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Local address registration (empadronamiento)
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Submit your application via the UGEx online platform
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After approval, get your TIE card in Alicante within 30 days
📍 Immigration offices in Alicante are known for being efficient and accessible.
🧾 Beckham Law in Alicante – Lower Your Tax Burden
Alicante is part of the Valencian Community, which has moderate regional taxes. But remote workers can reduce their tax burden by applying for the Beckham Law:
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Pay 24% flat tax (up to €600,000 income)
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No foreign income/assets declaration
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Valid for up to 6 years
📌 Borderless Lawyers manages Beckham Law registration in Alicante alongside your visa.
👨👩👧 Family-Friendly City for Remote Workers
Alicante is safe, sunny, and easy to navigate — perfect for nomads with kids.
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English-speaking pediatricians and clinics
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Bilingual and international schools available
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Family housing in San Juan Playa, Albufereta, and El Cabo
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Affordable childcare and outdoor activities
⚖️ Borderless Lawyers – Full Relocation Support in Alicante
We make the legal process simple for remote workers relocating to Alicante:
✅ Full visa application service
✅ NIE, empadronamiento & TIE appointments
✅ Beckham Law tax registration
✅ Health insurance policy setup
✅ Lease review and housing advice
✅ Ongoing legal assistance in Spain
🎯 Everything done locally in Alicante, with real lawyers handling every step.
📣 Move to Alicante with Full Legal Backing
Alicante combines Mediterranean beauty with affordability and fast immigration processing — perfect for remote workers who want the legal path to sunny living.
👉 Contact Borderless Lawyers today to start your Digital Nomad Visa application for Alicante.