Living in Rojales
Everything you need to know about living in Rojales as a foreigner
Why move to Rojales?
Main advantages
- Mediterranean climate with mild winters
- Proximity to Alicante airport (35 km)
- Integrated international community
- Wide range of services and leisure
- Safe and peaceful environment
Best areas for foreigners
Choosing the right neighbourhood is essential for your experience in Rojales.
Ciudad Quesada
A residential area popular among expatriates, with villas and apartments. Rentals from 700€ per month. Services: supermarkets, restaurants, golf courses.
Centro de Rojales
Area with local charm, more economical, with rentals from 500€ per month. Ideal for those looking to integrate into the local community.
Benimar
Quiet neighborhood with a mix of local and foreign residents. Rentals from 600€. Close to services and easy access to main roads.
La Marquesa
Known for its golf course, it is a residential area with rentals from 650€. Popular among retirees and families.
Cost of living: Real prices 2026
Housing rental
1-bedroom apartment in the center: 500-600€/month. 2-bedroom apartment on the outskirts: 600-750€/month. Shared room: 300-400€/month.
🏢Property purchase
Average price per m² in Rojales: 1,500-2,000€. Center vs outskirts. 2026 trends indicate a slight increase due to international demand.
🛒Food and groceries
Weekly supermarket (2 people): 50-70€. Meal at an affordable restaurant: 12€. Menu of the day: 10€. Coffee: 1.50€.
🚗Transport
Bus/tram ticket: 1.50€. Monthly pass: 40€. Taxi start: 3.50€. Gasoline per liter: 1.60€.
Climate
Rojales has a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. Average temperatures range from 10°C in winter to 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 Rojales
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 Rojales Town Hall. If you have a residence visa, make an appointment for TIE.
Week 2: Healthcare and housing
Attend the registration appointment. Research healthcare access (health center in Rojales). If temporary, look for private insurance.
Week 3: Bank account and rental
Open a Spanish bank account (banks in Rojales: Sabadell, CaixaBank). Search for permanent housing on portals or local groups.
Week 4: Integration and support network
Visit migrant support associations in Rojales (see integration section). Enroll in a Spanish course. Review the month.
Essential procedures
Settling legally in Spain requires completing several procedures.
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Step 1: Obtain NIE at the Foreigners Office in Alicante
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Step 2: Open a bank account with NIE and passport
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Step 3: Get health insurance if you don't have a job
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Step 4: Register at Rojales Town Hall, C/ Malecón del Soto, 1
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Step 5: Apply for TIE at the Foreigners Office in Alicante
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Request contact →Consulates and embassies
Foreign consulates in Rojales or 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 in Alicante
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 Rojales
- → Temporary employment agencies (ETT): Adecco, Randstad
- → Personal networks and Facebook groups in Rojales
- → Specific portals for the tourism and construction sectors
Start a business
- 💼 Register as self-employed: ~250€/month fee
- 💼 Chambers of Commerce in Alicante offer advice
- 💼 Coworkings in Rojales: growing
- 💼 Resources: INFO (Murcia) or IVACE (Valencia) depending on the 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€), health insurance 30,000€
With visa
- → If your country requires a Schengen visa: apply 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
- 📄 Health 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 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 come as a tourist
- ✗ Do not use false or manipulated documents (serious crime)
- ✗ Do not argue with the border agent
- ✗ Do not travel without health insurance if it is mandatory
Advice
- ✓ Carry copies of all documents (physical and digital)
- ✓ Answer questions clearly and coherently
- ✓ If detained, ask 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 Rojales
- 🤝 Social services of Rojales Town Hall
- 🤝 Cepaim Foundation (if it has a branch)
- 🤝 Other local NGOs
Language courses
- 📚 Official School of Languages (EOI) of Rojales
- 📚 Free courses at Rojales Town Hall
- 📚 NGOs: Red Cross, migrant associations
- 📚 Private academies
- 📚 Language exchanges in cafes and cultural centers
Useful apps
- 📱 My Social Security Folder (work life)
- 📱 Digital Certificate / Cl@ve (online procedures)
- 📱 Google Maps / Moovit (transportation in Rojales)
- 📱 Idealista / Fotocasa (housing)
- 📱 Local public transport app if available
Online communities
- 🌐 Facebook groups: 'Foreigners in Rojales', 'Latinos in Rojales'
- 🌐 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)
- ✅ Health 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
- ✅ Make an appointment for registration
- ✅ Make an appointment for TIE (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 Rojales?
To move to Rojales, consider an initial budget of 3,000-5,000€ covering: deposit (1 month), first month's rent, setup expenses, reserve for the first months.
Is it difficult to find a job in Rojales?
In Rojales, the sectors with the most demand are: tourism, construction, and services. The job market is competitive but accessible with the right language skills. Resources: SEPE Rojales.
What visa do I need to live in Rojales?
It depends on your nationality and situation. EU citizens do not need a visa. Others: study, work, non-lucrative visas, etc. Check with the Spanish consulate in your country.
Are there consulates in Rojales?
In Rojales or its province, there are consulates of: United Kingdom (Alicante), Germany, Netherlands. For other countries, check in Madrid or Valencia.
Where can I learn Spanish in Rojales?
In Rojales you can: Official School of Languages, town hall (free courses), NGOs like Red Cross, private academies.
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