Living in Mazarrón
Everything you need to know about living in Mazarrón as a foreigner
Why move to Mazarrón?
Main advantages
- Mediterranean climate with over 300 days of sunshine a year
- Lower cost of living than in big cities
- Proximity to beaches and natural landscapes
- Active and welcoming international community
- Good connection to Corvera airport, 45 km away
Best areas for foreigners
Choosing the right neighbourhood is essential for your experience in Mazarrón.
Puerto de Mazarrón
Coastal area with a tourist atmosphere, rental prices between 600-800€/month for 1-bedroom apartments, mixed population of locals and foreigners, full services.
Mazarrón Pueblo
Historic center with a more local atmosphere, rentals between 500-700€/month for 2-bedroom apartments, good range of services and shops.
Bolnuevo
Quiet residential area near the beach, rentals from 700-900€/month for houses, popular among families and retired expatriates.
Camposol
Urbanization with a high presence of foreign residents, especially British, rentals from 500-750€/month, services adapted to the international community.
Cost of living: Real prices 2026
Housing rental
1-bedroom apartment in the center: 500-700€/month. 2-bedroom apartment on the outskirts: 600-800€/month. Shared room: 250-350€/month. Specific data for Mazarrón.
🏢Property purchase
Average price per m² in Mazarrón: 1,200-1,500€. City center vs outskirts. Trends 2026.
🛒Food and groceries
Weekly supermarket (2 people): 50-70€. Meal at an inexpensive restaurant: 12€. Menu of the day: 10€. Coffee: 1.50€.
🚗Transport
Bus ticket: 1.50€. Monthly pass: 40€. Taxi start: 3€. Gasoline per liter: 1.60€. Data from Mazarrón.
Climate
Mazarrón enjoys a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot summers. Average temperatures range between 10°C in winter and 30°C in summer. Rainfall is scarce, concentrated in autumn. The best time to enjoy the climate is spring and autumn.
💡Utilities (water, electricity, internet)
Electricity + gas (70m² apartment): 80-120€/month. Internet: 30-50€/month. Water: 20-30€/month. Mobile: 20€/month.
Your first 30 days in Mazarrón
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. Make an appointment for registration at Mazarrón Town Hall. If you have a residence visa, make an appointment for TIE.
Week 2: Health and housing
Attend the registration appointment. Research access to healthcare (health center in Mazarrón). If temporary, look for private insurance.
Week 3: Bank account and rental
Open a Spanish bank account (banks in Mazarrón: Banco Santander, CaixaBank). Look for permanent housing on portals or local groups.
Week 4: Integration and support network
Visit migrant support associations in Mazarrón (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: Request an appointment at the Mazarrón Town Hall for registration.
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Step 2: Attend the appointment with passport and rental contract.
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Step 3: Request NIE number at the Foreigners Office in Murcia.
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Step 4: Registration at Mazarrón Town Hall, Plaza del Ayuntamiento, 1.
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Step 5: TIE application at the Foreigners Office in Murcia, Calle de la Gloria, 1.
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Request contact →Consulates and embassies
Foreign consulates in Mazarrón or province offer services to citizens of their countries. Some procedures require going to the consulate in Madrid or major capitals.
Germany / France / Netherlands
Honorary consulates or agencies (verify by 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 Mazarrón
- → Temporary employment agencies (ETT): Adecco, Randstad
- → Personal networks and Facebook groups in Mazarrón
- → Specific portals for the tourism and agricultural sector
Start a business
- 💼 Register as self-employed: ~250€/month fee
- 💼 Chambers of Commerce in Mazarrón/province offer advice
- 💼 Coworking spaces in Mazarrón: 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, accommodation proof, 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 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
- ⚠️ Unable to demonstrate financial means
- ⚠️ Inconsistencies between your story and documents (saying 'tourism' but carrying a CV)
- ⚠️ False 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 coming as a tourist
- ✗ Do not use false or manipulated documents (serious offense)
- ✗ Do not argue with the border agent
- ✗ Do not travel without medical insurance if 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 roots: 3 years in Spain + work contract + ties
- 5Labor roots: 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
- 🤝 Red Cross Mazarrón
- 🤝 Social services of Mazarrón Town Hall
- 🤝 Cepaim Foundation (if it has a delegation)
- 🤝 Other local NGOs
Language courses
- 📚 Official School of Languages (EOI) of Mazarrón
- 📚 Free courses at Mazarrón Town Hall
- 📚 NGOs: Red Cross, migrant associations
- 📚 Private academies
- 📚 Language exchanges in cafes and cultural centers
Useful apps
- 📱 My Social Security Folder (employment history)
- 📱 Digital Certificate / Cl@ve (online procedures)
- 📱 Google Maps / Moovit (transport in Mazarrón)
- 📱 Idealista / Fotocasa (housing)
- 📱 Local public transport app if available
Online communities
- 🌐 Facebook groups: 'Foreigners in Mazarrón', 'Latinos in Mazarrón'
- 🌐 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 first days
- ✅ Apostilled and translated documents
- ✅ Initial budget calculated
- ✅ Emergency contacts (consulate, lawyer, family)
First days
- ✅ Make registration appointment
- ✅ Make TIE appointment (if you have a residence visa)
- ✅ Look 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 Mazarrón?
To move to Mazarrón, consider an initial budget of 3,000-5,000€ covering: deposit (1 month), first month's rent, installation expenses, reserve for the first months.
Is it difficult to find work in Mazarrón?
In Mazarrón, the sectors with the highest demand are: tourism, agriculture, and services. The job market is seasonal and competitive. Resources: SEPE Office in Mazarrón.
What visa do I need to live in Mazarrón?
It depends on your nationality and situation. EU citizens do not need a visa. Others: study, work, non-lucrative visa, etc. Check with the Spanish consulate in your country.
Are there consulates in Mazarrón?
In Mazarrón or its province, there are honorary consulates of the United Kingdom. For most countries, you must go to Madrid or Alicante.
Where can I learn Spanish in Mazarrón?
In Mazarrón you can: Official School of Languages, town hall (free courses), NGOs like Red Cross, private academies.
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