Americans in Spain
Here you'll find all our news and essential info articles relevant for Americans living in Spain and for those who are thinking of moving here or have a second home in the country. If you have a subject relevant to Americans in Spain that you want us to cover please contact news@thelocal.es
Americans in Spain: How the Spanish cost of living compares to the US
From renting to socialising, here's a detailed look at how to navigate the rising cost of living in Spain if you're an American who is new to the country or considering a move to 'España'.
'Tax system is confusing': The doubts Americans have about life in Spain
We asked our American readers what their main doubts were about Spain. From small talk to taxes, here's what they told us.
US ambassador backs Trump's criticism of Spain's government
Drawing a distinction between the Spanish people and government, the US's new Ambassador to Spain has backed Trump's recent criticisms of the Sánchez administration just days after meeting the country's far-right leader.
Americans - Tell us what you need to know about life in Spain
We want to hear from you. Take a minute to share your views and advice on what Americans need to know about life in Spain or moving here. Tell us if there are any bureaucratic or cultural issues you need The Local to explore.
Do I have to give up my US citizenship if I become Spanish?
If you're an American who's eligible for Spanish citizenship, you may be considering what this will mean for your US citizenship. Can you keep it? Should you renounce US citizenship? And is Donald Trump planning to change citizenship laws in some way?
Americans in Spain: Digital Nomad Visa changes and celebrating US independence
In this latest edition of our Americans in Spain newsletter we cover positive changes for Americans wanting to apply for Spain's Digital Nomad Visa and Spain’s summer plans to celebrate its role in 250 years of American independence.
IN PICTURES: 'No Kings' demos in Spain see Americans slam Trump and Iran War
Over the past weekend, several ‘No Kings’ protests took place in cities across Spain to protest President Donald Trump’s policies and the war with Iran.
What's it like being an American in Spain right now?
In this month's Americans in Spain newsletter Barcelona-based journalist Jennifer Lutz speaks to US nationals who've made the move to 'España' about what other Americans should expect if they relocate here, from advice, preconceptions and experiences.
Why does Spain build with concrete while the US uses wood?
If you’re an American moving to or visiting Spain, you will have noticed that the style of homes and the materials they're made from are very different. Here's why wooden homes are quite rare here.
LISTED: All the new flights between Spain and the US and Canada in 2026
Air Canada, Iberia and Delta are among the airlines launching new flight routes between Spain and the two North American countries in 2026.
Americans in Spain: New ambassador, more flights and threats to dual citizenship
In this month's Americans in Spain newsletter we look at the new US ambassador Trump has picked for Spain, scams to watch out for when moving here, and how having dual American-Spanish citizenship is under threat.
COMPARE: How Americans can pick the right Spanish city to move to
For US nationals planning a move to Spain, picking the Spanish city, town or region that's most suited to them is hard. So where can Americans find the Spanish Seattle, the Castilian New Orleans or the Iberian Hawaii?
EXPLAINED: How Americans can move to Spain
Moving to Spain is a dream for many US nationals who have fallen in love with 'España' and out of love with their own country, but which Spanish residency visa should Americans opt for depending on their circumstances?
US Ambassador to Spain finally given green light to take up post
It's been almost a year since US President Donald Trump announced that Benjamin León Jr. would be the new ambassador to Spain, but he has only just now been given the go-ahead to take up his post.
Americans in Spain: Conservative think-tanks and the NFL's 'soft power'
In this month's edition of Americans in Spain, we cover their big spending habits in the Spanish real estate market, the influence being exerted by US conservative think-tanks on Spanish politics, and the NFL's arrival in Madrid.
Where Americans in Spain can celebrate Thanksgiving and buy US food
For Americans wanting a taste of home this Thanksgiving, here are the restaurants in Spain that celebrate and the shops where you can buy traditional American food products.
The reasons why Spain is a top choice for American digital nomads
Spain has become one of the most sought-after destinations for US nationals looking to work remotely since the introduction of the Spanish Digital Nomad Visa in 2023. Now a new survey reveals the main factors drawing American digital nomads here.
'The grass IS greener': Americans in Spain agree life is better than in US
The Local Spain readers have been discussing life in Spain vs. the US on our social media channels. Find out what they have to say.
Americans in Spain: The great exodus, IVF tourism and visa changes
In our first edition of The Local's Americans in Spain newsletter, we cover the new passport checks at Spanish airports, fertility tourism, the huge influx of anti-Trump Americans moving to Spain, as well as key changes to the Spanish non-lucrative visa.
American buyers hit historic highs in Spain's property market
US nationals are buying property in Spain at record highs and paying more than other foreigners, new market data has shown.
Inside Spain: Is Richard Gere leaving to avoid paying Spanish taxes?
In this week's Inside Spain, we look at why it's unlikely that Richard Gere and his Spanish wife are leaving Spain after less than a year because they don't want to pay taxes here.
In Images: Americans in Spain slam Trump at 'No Kings' protests
While the recent "No Kings" anti-Trump demonstrations in the US were widely publicised, several hundred American citizens in Spain joined in the protests too in Málaga, Barcelona and Madrid.
Americans' crush on Spain: 70% of US tourists plan to visit in next three years
A new report has revealed that 7 in 10 American tourists plan to visit Spain in the coming three years, consolidating it as the number one European destination that US nationals want to visit or move to currently.