Moving to Valencia is a big decision. We help you get it right.
Independent relocation support in Valencia for expats, families and retirees — helping you navigate housing, paperwork and settling in with clarity, structure and local expertise.
At Livin’Valencia, we offer relocation services in Valencia built around your situation — not a generic checklist. Whether you’re moving with your family, starting a new chapter as an expat, or choosing Valencia for your retirement, we’ve helped hundreds of people do exactly this. We’d be glad to help you too.
We usually begin with a short 15-minute courtesy video call: a simple way to meet, hear your questions, and outline next steps. No obligation.
Areas international families often choose:
La Canyada I L’Eliana I Godella I Rocafort
Relocation services in Valencia tailored to you
Our Comprehensive Relocation Services
Before you arrive
Pre-Arrival Consultation:
- One-on-one consultation (video or in person) to understand your needs and preferences.
- Custom market report and proactive property search based on your criteria.
- Preferred neighborhood insights and area orientation to help you choose the right location.
Legal & Administrative Prep:
- Guidance on required documents for renting or purchasing (and visa, if needed).
- For non-EU, Visa and housing assistance to align residency paperwork with your accommodation.
- Assistance obtaining your NIE (foreigner ID number) and other paperwork before arrival.
- Coordination with immigration lawyers or authorities if any special permits are required.
During your move
Property Search and Selection:
- Schedule and accompany you on home viewings.
- Provide neighborhood tours to familiarize you with local amenities.
- Assist with legal matters and documentation for leases or purchases.
- Support in reviewing and formalizing rental or purchase agreements.
Moving and Settling In:
- Coordinate with moving companies for shipping and delivery of belongings.
- Register your address with local authorities (empadronamiento).
- Assist with pet relocation and settling needs if you’re bringing furry family members.
After you've settle
Ongoing Services:
- Change over utility contracts into your name and set up new services as needed.
- Provide local recommendations (doctors, grocery, community groups, etc.) to help you integrate.
Extras:
- Integration Support: Help with finding healthcare providers, opening bank accounts, getting insurance, and connecting with social or expat communities.
- Property Maintenance: Ongoing property care or management if you spend time away.
- House Renovation: Access to our renovation service team for any home improvements.
- Pet Assistance: Help with pet-friendly housing, registration, and local pet care services.
For a complete list and presentation of our services, contact us to schedule an appointment. You can also book a Pre-Move Consultation here. We will ensure your relocation to Valencia is seamless and stress-free.
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What sets us apart
Fixed fee transparency
We operate on a fixed fee basis, ensuring full transparency and no hidden costs. This approach guarantees that our interests are aligned with yours, providing you with the best possible service without any unexpected expenses.
Expert Guidance
We have a deep understanding of the Valencia real estate market and regulations, providing you with the knowledge and expertise you need to make informed decisions.
No conflict of interest
We do not have any properties to sell or to rent to individuals or businesses but rather look for specific locations for each client. By setting up a file in collaboration with the client, we can provide objective advice.
In-Depth Market Analysis
We provide comprehensive market analysis, giving you detailed insights into property values, market trends, and investment potential, empowering you to make the most informed decisions.
Extensive Network
We have a vast network of contacts in the Valencia real estate market, giving you access to a wide range of properties and opportunities.
Personalized Approach
We take the time to get to know our clients and understand their unique needs and preferences, providing personalized guidance and advice throughout the entire buying process.
Stress-Free Buying
We handle all the details of the buying process, from property search to negotiation to closing, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for our clients.
Long-Term Relationships
We value long-term relationships with our clients and are committed to providing ongoing support and guidance, even after the transaction is complete.
Relocating to Valencia: Your Questions, Answered
What is included in Livin'Valencia's relocation services?
Our relocation services in Valencia cover three phases — before you arrive, during your move, and after you settle. Before arrival, we run a pre-move consultation, build a tailored market report, scout neighbourhoods, and prepare paperwork including NIE applications and visa coordination for non-EU clients. During the move, we accompany property viewings, review lease or purchase agreements, coordinate movers, and handle empadronamiento. After arrival, we transfer utilities, connect you with doctors, banks, and insurance, support school enrolment, and remain available for ongoing questions. Optional add-ons include pet relocation, renovation management, and corporate relocation for employees being transferred to Valencia.
What is the difference between a relocation consultant and a real estate agent in Spain?
A real estate agent in Spain typically works for the seller or landlord and is paid through commission on the transaction, which means their incentive is to close a deal — not necessarily to find the right home for you. A relocation consultant works for you, on a fixed fee, and the property is only one piece of a much larger picture: visa, NIE, banking, schools, healthcare, utilities, neighbourhood fit, and post-arrival settling-in. At Livin’Valencia we are independent client-side advisors only — we never list, sell, or rent properties on behalf of owners, so our recommendations stay fully objective.
Do I really need a relocation agent to move to Valencia, or can I do it alone?
It is possible to manage a move to Valencia on your own, especially if you are EU, fluent in Spanish, have visited several times, and have flexible time. Most of our clients, however, come to us after trying to navigate it solo — overwhelmed by the volume of administrative steps, language barriers at notaries and banks, conflicting information online, and the time cost of house-hunting from abroad. A relocation consultant compresses what often becomes a 12-month, high-stress process into a structured 4 to 8 months with a single point of contact. The real question is not whether you can do it alone, but what your time, peace of mind, and risk of costly mistakes are worth.
How far in advance should I start the relocation process to Valencia?
We recommend engaging a relocation service 3 to 9 months before your intended move date. For EU citizens with flexibility, 2 to 4 months is often enough. For non-EU citizens applying for a Non-Lucrative or Digital Nomad Visa, allow 6 to 9 months because consulate appointments, document apostille, and criminal record certificates take time. For families needing international school placements, start 6 to 9 months ahead — most schools have waiting lists, and the academic year runs September to June. The earlier we begin, the more we can optimise: visa timing, school cohort entry, rental seasonality, and property market conditions all benefit from lead time.
How does relocation support differ for families, single expats, and retirees?
Each audience has different priorities, so we built three tailored tracks. For families, the focus is on school placement, family-friendly neighbourhoods (La Cañada, La Eliana, Godella, Rocafort, Alboraya), larger homes with outdoor space, and helping children settle socially. For single expats and couples without children, we lean into walkable city neighbourhoods, lifestyle fit, coworking spaces, social and professional networks, and the administrative side of remote-work residency. For retirees, we prioritise the Non-Lucrative Visa pathway, healthcare access, calm and well-served neighbourhoods, and long-term home choices that work for accessibility and lifestyle over the next 10 to 20 years. Same methodology, different emphasis.
Can you coordinate visa and housing together for non-EU citizens?
Yes — this is one of the most common requests from American, Canadian, British, and other non-EU clients. We run a centralised visa and housing service that aligns your residency paperwork with your accommodation contract, because Spanish consulates often require proof of a Spanish address (rental or property), while many landlords ask for proof of legal residency. We coordinate with specialist immigration lawyers in our network for the visa file (Non-Lucrative, Digital Nomad, or family reunification) and run a parallel housing search so everything converges on your move date. This avoids the common trap of having a visa with nowhere to live — or a lease that starts before your residency is approved.
Can you help me bring my pets to Valencia?
Yes — we routinely help clients move to Valencia with cats and dogs, and occasionally with other animals. For EU pets, the process is straightforward: EU pet passport, up-to-date rabies vaccination, and microchip identification. For pets coming from the US, UK, Canada, or elsewhere outside the EU, additional steps apply: a recent health certificate, EU-approved rabies titer test in some cases, and a USDA or equivalent endorsement before travel. We help with the timeline, the paperwork, finding pet-friendly housing (often the hardest part in city rentals), and connecting you with local vets and pet registration services once you arrive.
What kind of help do you provide after we arrive in Valencia?
Most relocation providers stop at the keys handover; we do not. After your arrival, we handle utility transfers (water, electricity, gas, internet), register your address with the local town hall (empadronamiento), connect you with English-speaking doctors and clinics, help finalise Spanish bank accounts, set up insurance, and assist with school enrolment confirmation. We also introduce you to community resources — expat groups, sports clubs, language schools, neighbourhood services — to shorten the lonely phase that often hits 6 to 8 weeks after a move. For clients who later need renovation work, property maintenance during travel, or further administrative support, we remain available on an ongoing basis.
What happens during the free 15-minute consultation, and what is the next step?
The free 15-minute video consultation is a no-pressure conversation where we listen to your situation — who is moving, when, from where, with what budget and goals — and give you an honest assessment of feasibility, timeline, and which of our services fit. We do not pitch in this call. If your project is a good fit, we follow up with a written proposal detailing scope, fees, and timeline. If it is better served by another path or provider, we will say so. From the proposal, you decide whether to proceed; from the moment you do, we open your file and start the relocation work.
