Living in Águilas
Everything you need to know about living in Águilas as a foreigner
Why move to Águilas?
Main advantages
- Mediterranean climate with over 300 days of sunshine a year
- Lower cost of living compared to large cities
- Access to beaches and outdoor activities
- Welcoming international community
- Proximity to nature and natural parks
Best areas for foreigners
Choosing the right neighbourhood is essential for your experience in Águilas.
El Rubial
Residential neighborhood with a peaceful atmosphere, ideal for families. Rental prices: 500-700€/month for two-bedroom apartments. Services: supermarkets, schools, parks.
Las Yucas
Central area with access to shops and restaurants. Rental prices: 600-800€/month. Resident profile: young professionals and expatriates.
Calabardina
Coastal area popular among tourists and residents seeking tranquility. Rentals: 550-750€/month. Limited services, but with beautiful sea views.
Casco Antiguo
Charming historic center with narrow streets and traditional buildings. Rentals: 500-650€/month. Lively atmosphere with bars and local culture.
Cost of living: Real prices 2026
Housing rental
One-bedroom apartment in the center: 500-600€/month. Two-bedroom apartment in the outskirts: 450-550€/month. Shared room: 250-350€/month. Specific data for Águilas.
🏢Property purchase
Average price per m² in Águilas: 1,200-1,500€. City center vs outskirts. Trends 2026.
🛒Food and groceries
Weekly supermarket (2 people): 50-70€. Meal at a budget restaurant: 10€. Menu of the day: 12€. Coffee: 1.50€.
🚗Transport
Bus ticket: 1.30€. Monthly pass: 30€. Taxi start: 3€. Gasoline per liter: 1.50€. Data for Águilas.
Climate
Águilas enjoys a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and warm summers. Average temperatures range from 10°C in winter to 30°C in summer. Rainfall is scarce, concentrated in autumn and spring. The best time to enjoy the city is from March to June, when the weather is milder.
💡Utilities (water, electricity, internet)
Electricity + gas (70m² apartment): 70-100€/month. Internet: 30-50€/month. Water: 20-30€/month. Mobile: 10€/month.
Your first 30 days in Águilas
Step-by-step guide for your first month. Don't waste time: follow this plan.
Week 1: Documentation and registration
Organize a folder with documents. Schedule an appointment for registration at the Águilas Town Hall. If you have a residence visa, schedule an appointment for TIE.
Week 2: Healthcare and housing
Attend the registration appointment. Research healthcare access (health center in Águilas). If temporary, look for private insurance.
Week 3: Bank account and rental
Open a Spanish bank account (banks in Águilas: Banco Sabadell, CaixaBank). Search for permanent housing on portals or local groups.
Week 4: Integration and support network
Visit migrant support associations in Águilas (see integration section). Enroll in a Spanish course. Review the month's progress.
Essential procedures
Settling legally in Spain requires completing several procedures.
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Step 1: Schedule an appointment at the Águilas Town Hall for registration, bringing passport and rental contract.
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Step 2: Open a bank account at a local branch, bringing NIE and proof of address.
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Step 3: Get private health insurance if you do not have access to public healthcare.
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Step 4: Registration at Águilas Town Hall, Plaza de España, 14.
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Step 5: TIE application at the Foreigners Office in Murcia, 90 km from Águilas.
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Request contact →Consulates and embassies
Foreign consulates in Águilas or the province offer services to citizens of their countries. Some procedures require visiting the consulate in Madrid or major capitals.
Germany / France / Netherlands
Honorary consulates or agencies (verify according to country)
Search on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs websiteLatin American countries
Some have honorary consulates. Many refer to Madrid/Barcelona
Search 'Consulate of [country] in Spain'Basic documents for consular procedures
- • Passport or identity document
- • Specific forms for the procedure
- • Passport-sized photographs
- • Proofs (depends on the procedure: registration, qualification, etc.)
Work and entrepreneurship
Main sectors
Where to find employment
- → Infojobs, Indeed, LinkedIn
- → SEPE Office in Águilas
- → Temporary employment agencies (ETT): Adecco, Randstad
- → Personal networks and Facebook groups in Águilas
- → Specific portals for the tourism sector
Start a business
- 💼 Register as self-employed: ~250€/month fee
- 💼 Chambers of Commerce in Águilas/province offer advice
- 💼 Coworking spaces in Águilas: growing
- 💼 Resources: INFO (Murcia) or IVACE (Valencia) depending on province
- 💼 Business plan essential before starting
Entry conditions to Spain
Without visa
- ✓ EU/EEA/Swiss citizens: free movement
- ✓ Many Latin American countries: up to 90 days in 180 days without a visa
- ✓ You must carry: valid passport, return ticket, proof of accommodation, financial means (min 100€/day, first day 900€), medical insurance 30,000€
With visa
- → If your country requires a Schengen visa: process it at the Spanish consulate
- → Long-term visas (residence): studies, work, non-lucrative, family reunification
- → Once in Spain, collect TIE within 30 days
Required documents
- 📄 Valid passport (min 3 months after planned departure)
- 📄 Round-trip ticket (or exit from the Schengen area)
- 📄 Accommodation reservation or invitation letter
- 📄 Medical insurance with 30,000€ coverage
- 📄 Proof of financial means
- 📄 Visa (if applicable)
Border crossing risks
Common mistakes
- ⚠️ Not carrying a return ticket within 90 days
- ⚠️ Not being able to prove financial means
- ⚠️ Inconsistencies between your story and documents (saying 'tourism' but carrying a CV)
- ⚠️ Fake or unconfirmed hotel reservations
- ⚠️ Passport about to expire
What NOT to do
- ✗ Do not lie about the purpose of the trip
- ✗ Do not enter with a work contract if you are coming as a tourist
- ✗ Do not use false or manipulated documents (serious crime)
- ✗ Do not argue with the border agent
- ✗ Do not travel without medical insurance if it is mandatory
Advice
- ✓ Carry copies of all documents (physical and digital)
- ✓ Answer questions clearly and coherently
- ✓ If detained, request to speak with a lawyer and contact your consulate
- ✓ Know your rights: right to an interpreter, explanation, assistance
- ✓ In case of denial, you can file appeals
Legal residency and nationality
Types of residency
- 1Temporary residence (1 year, renewable): studies, work, family reunification, non-lucrative
- 2Renewed temporary residence (2 years): after the first year
- 3Long-term residence (5 years): after 5 years of continuous legal residence
- 4Social integration: 3 years in Spain + work contract + ties
- 5Labor integration: 6 months worked (even without papers, difficult to prove)
Nationality process
- 🏛️ After 10 years of legal residence (general rule)
- 🏛️ After 2 years for Ibero-Americans, Andorra, Philippines, Equatorial Guinea, Portugal
- 🏛️ After 1 year for those born in Spain, refugees, married to a Spaniard
- 🏛️ Requirements: clean criminal record, DELE A2, CCSE, integration
- 🏛️ Advantages: EU citizenship, freedom of movement, voting rights
Practical integration
Support associations
- 🤝 Murcia Acoge
- 🤝 Cruz Roja Águilas
- 🤝 Social services of the Águilas Town Hall
- 🤝 Fundación Cepaim (if it has a branch)
- 🤝 Other local NGOs
Language courses
- 📚 Escuela Oficial de Idiomas (EOI) in Águilas
- 📚 Free courses at the Águilas Town Hall
- 📚 NGOs: Cruz Roja, migrant associations
- 📚 Private academies
- 📚 Language exchanges in cafes and cultural centers
Useful apps
- 📱 Mi Carpeta de la Seguridad Social (employment history)
- 📱 Digital Certificate / Cl@ve (online procedures)
- 📱 Google Maps / Moovit (transportation in Águilas)
- 📱 Idealista / Fotocasa (housing)
- 📱 Local public transport app if available
Online communities
- 🌐 Facebook groups: 'Foreigners in Águilas', 'Latinos in Águilas'
- 🌐 Expat forums and blogs in Spain
- 🌐 Reddit: r/IWantOut, r/Spain
- 🌐 WhatsApp or Telegram groups of your nationality
Checklists
Before travelling
- ✅ Visa approved (if applicable)
- ✅ Valid passport (min 6 months)
- ✅ Medical insurance contracted (30,000€)
- ✅ Round-trip ticket
- ✅ Accommodation reservation for the first days
- ✅ Apostilled and translated documents
- ✅ Initial budget calculated
- ✅ Emergency contacts (consulate, lawyer, family)
First days
- ✅ Schedule registration appointment
- ✅ Schedule TIE appointment (if you have a residence visa)
- ✅ Search for permanent accommodation
- ✅ Locate health center
- ✅ Open a Spanish bank account
- ✅ Buy a Spanish SIM card
- ✅ Get oriented in the city (transport, supermarkets, services)
Procedures
- ✅ Registration completed
- ✅ TIE collected (if applicable)
- ✅ Registered with Social Security (if working)
- ✅ Rental contract signed
- ✅ Utilities set up (electricity, water, internet)
- ✅ Health card requested
- ✅ Digital certificate or Cl@ve obtained
Integration
- ✅ Enrolled in a Spanish course
- ✅ Visited support association
- ✅ Joined a local group or community
- ✅ Familiar with neighborhood services
- ✅ Established routine
- ✅ Basic social network created
- ✅ Leisure activities identified
Frequently asked questions
How much money do I need to move to Águilas?
To move to Águilas, consider an initial budget of 3,000-4,000€ covering: deposit (1 month), first month's rent, setup expenses, reserve for the first few months.
Is it difficult to find a job in Águilas?
In Águilas, the sectors with the highest demand are: tourism, construction, and services. The job market is competitive but accessible. Resources: SEPE Office in Águilas.
What visa do I need to live in Águilas?
It depends on your nationality and situation. EU citizens do not need a visa. Others: student visa, work visa, non-lucrative visa, etc. Check with the Spanish consulate in your country.
Are there consulates in Águilas?
There are no permanent consulates in Águilas. For most countries, you need to go to Murcia, Alicante, or Madrid.
Where can I learn Spanish in Águilas?
In Águilas, you can: Escuela Oficial de Idiomas, town hall (free courses), NGOs like Cruz Roja, private academies.
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