Why are there so many Americans in Valencia?

The number one reason that so many Americans are moving to Valencia is cited as being for safety reasons. People in the USA do not feel safe any more and more importantly they do not feel their family is safe any more. Valencia is one of the safest places in Spain and also the World to live as an American.



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However, by far, the three most popular places for expats to enjoy the Valencia experience are; La Ciutat Vella, popularly called El Carmen, (the historic, old part of the city, whose walls were once connected by its twin entrances – the Torres de Quart and the Torres de Serrano); Ruzafa – the most vibrant; and La Gran ...

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Valencia not only ranks first overall, it is also the best city in the Quality of Life Index. Expats love the infrastructure for Travel & Transit (3rd): 85% describe public transportation as affordable (vs. 70% globally).

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However, the most exclusive areas are bunched together to the east of the Cathedral mostly. Here we have La Seu the area around the Cathedral and Plaza de la Reina running down towards La Xerea to the East and both of these lie to the North of Sant Francesc, the main shopping area of Valencia.

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Yes, Americans can retire in Spain. Technically, you can enter the country and stay there for 90 days with an American passport. However, if you wish to spend more than 90 days there, you must get a visa. The best visa option for that is a Residence Visa without the right to work.

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It is easy for US citizens to move abroad to Spain, provided they fulfill the eligibility criteria for one of the available visas. You can also choose to invest in Spain under the Golden Visa scheme or obtain a Spanish residence permit from a foreign pension through the Non-lucrative Visa.

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But like other cities or any famous tourist destination, you should beware of petty thieves and pickpockets in crowded places, like bus and train stations, and popular attractions. We'll inform you of ways to remain safe in Valencia, but securing your belongings and protecting yourself is entirely up to you.

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