Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago
You want to move to Spain but you don't know where. Maybe Madrid is right for you? Josh and Kalie from ExpatsEverywhere used to live in Madrid and they talk about if they would move back. They start by explaining Madrid's history, culture, cost of living, food, and more. Then they give their thoughts about what it was like living there and if they would move back. Would you move to Madrid?
* ABOUT US *
Josh and Kalie left the US for a life abroad in 2009 and haven't looked back. They have lived in Spain, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and are currently in Portugal. Yes, they realize they only moved to countries starting with the letter "S" until they spoiled that streak with their move to Portugal. Follow ExpatsEverywhere as we aim to get information to you through expat interviews, city breakdowns, expat life, travel, vlogs, and more.
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* INSURANCE ABROAD *
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* FORWARD YOUR MAIL *
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* TAXES *
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* GET IN TOUCH *
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*TRANSLATION*
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00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Madrid background information (what to expect)
01:05 - Madrid’s history
02:25 - Madrid’s general cost of living (housing, utilities, food, & drink)
04:05 - Madrid lifestyle and climate
04:40 - Madrid’s transportation options
05:35 - Madrid’s safety levels
06:10 - Madrid’s healthcare
06:50 - Madrid’s English proficiency
07:45 - Expat communities in Madrid
08:20 - Visas for living in Spain
09:10 - Working in Madrid
09:55 - Education options for expat families living in Madrid
11:08 - Pros and cons of Madrid
11:45 - Why did we leave Madrid?
14:00 - You can find anything in Madrid
14:40 - Josh’s experience living in Madrid
15:25 - Recommendations for living in Madrid
16:00 - Madrid’s walkability
17:00 - Would you expat Madrid (again)?
18:50 - If Madrid isn’t for you, what should you consider next?
You want to move to Spain but you don't know where. Maybe Madrid is right for you? Josh and Kalie from ExpatsEverywhere used to live in Madrid and they talk about if they would move back. They start by explaining Madrid's history, culture, cost of living, food, and more. Then they give their thoughts about what it was like living there and if they would move back. Would you move to Madrid?
* ABOUT US *
Josh and Kalie left the US for a life abroad in 2009 and haven't looked back. They have lived in Spain, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and are currently in Portugal. Yes, they realize they only moved to countries starting with the letter "S" until they spoiled that streak with their move to Portugal. Follow ExpatsEverywhere as we aim to get information to you through expat interviews, city breakdowns, expat life, travel, vlogs, and more.
* USEFUL RESOURCES *
Below are a list of other services that we use/recommend for living abroad. If you have any questions about them, feel free to email us. Some links we provide we might make a commission and you might receive a discount or promotional offer. We always try to make a deal with companies we like to create a win/win for us and YOU!
* TRANSFER CASH *
Wise (formally TransferWise) | Banking/Transfer Partner (affiliate link) Get free transfer fees (conditions apply) https://transferwise.prf.hn/click/camref:1011lfsFy/ar:channelwide/destination:https%3A%2F%2Ftransferwise.com%2Fc%2Fexpatseverywhere
Want to talk with a person? Contact Spartan FX: spartanfx.co.uk/fx-partner.php?sfxtrack=expatseverywhere
* WATCH YOUR SHOWS *
SurfShark | VPN Partner (affiliate link) Get 40% off subscription at get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=6&aff_id=5969
*DIGITAL SECURITY*
Protect yourself from the increasing risk of digital crimes with our partner Aura. Use our link aura.com/expatseverywhere to get a 2 week free trial to protect yourself from the increasing risk of identity theft and digital crimes. Sign up today and see how many times Aura found your personal information on the dark web.
* INSURANCE ABROAD *
Need insurance? Use SafetyWing: safetywing.com/?referenceID=26048090&utm_source=26048090&utm_medium=Ambassador
* FORWARD YOUR MAIL *
Wanting to get your mail forwarded to you while abroad? Use World Post: worldpost.anytimemailbox.com/signup
* TAXES *
Are you an expat who wants help with your taxes? Use our link here for Taxes for Expats and get $25 off: taxesforexpats.com/ref/239
* GET IN TOUCH *
Questions? E-mail us at info@expatseverywhere.com
Want more? Go to expatseverywhere.com
Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/expatseverywhere
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/expatseverywhere
Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/expert_expat
Check out our Patreon page: patreon.com/expatseverywhere
#ExpatsEverywhere
*TRANSLATION*
Use We Translate On Time to help with translating documents. If you use our code (expatseverywhere) you can get 10% off: wetranslateontime.com/en
00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Madrid background information (what to expect)
01:05 - Madrid’s history
02:25 - Madrid’s general cost of living (housing, utilities, food, & drink)
04:05 - Madrid lifestyle and climate
04:40 - Madrid’s transportation options
05:35 - Madrid’s safety levels
06:10 - Madrid’s healthcare
06:50 - Madrid’s English proficiency
07:45 - Expat communities in Madrid
08:20 - Visas for living in Spain
09:10 - Working in Madrid
09:55 - Education options for expat families living in Madrid
11:08 - Pros and cons of Madrid
11:45 - Why did we leave Madrid?
14:00 - You can find anything in Madrid
14:40 - Josh’s experience living in Madrid
15:25 - Recommendations for living in Madrid
16:00 - Madrid’s walkability
17:00 - Would you expat Madrid (again)?
18:50 - If Madrid isn’t for you, what should you consider next?
