What do expats find most challenging?

We asked expats and digital nomads what they find the most challenging about the local culture in Spain. They wrote...

"Expats in Spain often find the lack of punctuality to be a challenging issue. Many also struggle to adapt to the slower pace of life, as well as the strong importance placed on family and social relationships. Many also find it difficult to adjust to the strict gender roles in Spanish culture and the prevalence of machismo. Furthermore, the extensive paperwork and bureaucracy required for administrative tasks can be overwhelming. For some, the language barrier is also a challenge, as some parts of Spain have their own language, alongside the national language of Spanish," said a member in Spain.

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"Understand their ways..... Just because is an industrialized country doesn't mean USA...," remarked another expat who made the move to Madrid, Spain.

What do expats find most challenging?

If you live in Spain, newcomers to Spain would love to hear your answer to this question.

About the Author

Joshua Wood, LPC is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and serves as Co-President of Expat Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.