Blog How to Move from Ireland to Lanzarote or Canary Islands 2023

How to Move from Ireland to Lanzarote or Canary Islands 2023

If you are considering moving from Ireland to Lanzarote or any Spanish island, you may be questioning where to start? Moving Internationally is a significant step of course and can be an amazing 'journey' in itself. There may well be ups and downs - and it can be quite challenging.

With that in mind we've developed a useful guide to get you on the right track.


Do your Research before Relocating to Lanzarote from Ireland

The first thing that you need to do, if you are would like to relocate to Spain from Ireland is research. Study the suitability of your potential location's of choice, then whittle them down to more specific areas (and even property types).

In general, it's best to be familiar with a few destinations and really envision your daily life there as much as you can, to see which one makes to most sense overall.

Even if you are very familiar with an area it is worthwhile doing even more research online. Try to uncover the good and the bad of an location that you are considering so that you feel you have weighed up everything in a balanced infomed way.

Things that don't seem to matter on holiday (such as the school run, doing daily/weekly food shopping or social activities). By doing so, you will be better prepared to choose your ideal location that makes both emotional and practical sense.

You will also be able to settle into your brand-new life on arrival much more easily.


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Prepare your Papers Prior to Moving to Lanzarote

If you're an Irish person or have an passport issued by an E.U country, you will not require a visa to relocate to Spain. Having stated this, it does not imply that you do not need to have any documentation to complete before or after you arrive

After getting to Spain, you will require to get a Número de Identidad de Extranjeros (NIE). An NIE is essentially a national identification number that you will certainly need to remain in Spain for a period that goes beyond 90 days.

Make certain that you have a duplicate of your passport as well as some proof of your reason for looking for the NIE; whether this is for job objectives, retirement or traveling, etc.

If you have a non EU passport you'll need to look into the visa procedure likewise.


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Learn Spanish (or at least try!)

You'll discover that many Spanish people speak English very well. You'll also probably discover an Ex-Pat community that converse mostly in your own tongue. However, no matter where you are relocating overseas, it can be life enhancing to develop language skills to suit your new environment.


Doing so will give you a deeper sense of connection with the area. It's simply easier to understand your surroundings by having, even rudimentary language skills. 


The locals genuinely do appreciate you making an deffort and will encourage you to learn more. This is both rewarding and a great way to meet new people!

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Organise Moving your Possessions (Well In Advance)


As soon as you've had a good clear out and removed anything that you don't need you'll need to organize to relocate your home components to Spain. The most effective point to do is to hire a specialist moving business with years of experience in organising successful moves.

Moving can be a difficult procedure, so you'll need to locate a trusted resource so that your move goes as smoothly as possibe.

Preparation reduces the anxiety so it's best to use a professional company to help you.

If you choose to the transportation of your possessions to Lanzarote in the hands of experts try searching for "international movers near me" to find moving companies capable of helping your move to the Canary islands.

Check Out Your Property Options in Advance 

When you are moving from Ireland to Lanzarote, you can research websites such as Idealista or Fotocasa to find properties to buy or rent.

Be aware that long term property rentals on Lanzarote are just not as abundant as they are in bigger cities or islands.

There are no vast numbers of housing developments available such as in mainland Spain for example. So patience is key (and it might be tested!)

If you are buying property in Lanzarote, then make sure to identify what your budget is and set a practical time frame regarding your purchase. Ideally you should be in a 'liquid' position as possible by either having cash at hand or having Spanish mortgage approval.

If you need to rent property while you wait for 'The One', be prepared to even move to an area that you might not have intented to stay in.

Again there simply is not a vast array of long term rental properties available and this might have to be the case. On the plus side it can give you an opportunity to see life from an different view.




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In conclusion

It really is all about making a plan and taking it step by step. Remember, moving to Lanzarote or Spain is not like moving county to county in Ireland (although for many it has nearly become Co. Lanzarote!)

There are challenges when moving to Lanzarote. Think of them more like minor obsticles that need to be cleared one by one. 

The bigger obsticles often come in the form of finding work if needed or finding a property to rent/ buy that you love. These of course can be issues no matter where  you are moving! 

Create that in-depth plan and stick to it. It rest can click into place a little easier that way.




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