Essentials
- City
- A Coruña, Galicia, Spain
- Population
- 245,000
- Internet Speed
- 600 Mbps - 1 Gbps (Fiber widely available)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: Abanca, BBVA, Santander.
- Tap Water
- Drinkable (Excellent quality from the Cecebre reservoir)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, Digi (Prepaid ~€15/month for 50GB)
- Banking for Expats
- Abanca (local favorite), Revolut, Wise, N26
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Idealista, Fotocasa (~€800-€1,200/month for central 1-bed)
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards accepted even in small tapas bars
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Rentalia, Spotahome (monthly rates available)
- Budget Accommodation
- Marea Baja Hostel (€25/night), Hotel Zenit Coruña (€65/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Pescadería/Calle Real (The narrow isthmus between the port and the beach)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Monte Alto (Local vibe, near beaches) or Ciudad Jardín (Quiet, upscale)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Paseo Marítimo (13km promenade, one of the longest in Europe)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Monte de San Pedro (Ascend via the glass elevator)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Bastiagueiro coast and Enseada de Insua
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Only permitted during San Juan festival on Riazor/Orzán beaches
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Fragas do Eume (Ancient Atlantic forest, 45 mins away)
- National Parks Nearby
- Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park (specifically Cíes Islands via Vigo)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Correos (Main office: Calle Alcalde Manuel Casas)
- Tech Repair Services
- Donaire (Calle Juan Flórez) for Apple/General tech
- Table Tennis Spots
- Club del Mar de San Amaro
- Language Classes
- Centro de Linguas (Universidade da Coruña)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Pública da Coruña Miguel González Garcés
- Community Centers
- Fundación Luis Seoane
- Gaming Lounges
- Elite Gaming Center Coruña
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino Atlántico (Gardens of Méndez Núñez)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €128,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,200 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €88,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €180,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €2,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €120,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €224,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €144,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 25% (Standard Spanish rate)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 19% - 28% for residents
- Tax System
- Worldwide income for residents (>183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 47% (on income over €300,000)
- VAT
- 21% (IVA)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, strict Spanish Transposition of EU ATAD
- Property Tax
- IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) - ~0.4% - 1.1% of cadastral value
- Property Transaction Tax
- ITP (Property Transfer Tax) at 8% in Galicia
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Spanish Digital Nomad Visa features 15% flat tax up to €600k (Beckham Law variant)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- A Estación (Calle Ferrol, 1) - Day pass ~€20, Monthly ~€170
- Best Cafe for Work
- Pandelino (Calle Rosalía de Castro, 7) - Large tables, great Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Coruña Digital Meetups, Galicia Hackers (tech-focused events)
- Social Events for Expats
- Language Exchange A Coruña (usually at Bar Puticlú), 'Expats in Galicia' FB group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- PideTaxi (Radiotaxi Coruña) - Uber/Cabify have limited presence
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- BiciCoruña (Public bike sharing, ~€40/year subscription)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Praia de Orzán and Praia de Riazor (City center beaches)
- Top Regional Airline
- Vueling (Major hub at LCG)
- Top International Airline
- Iberia, Air Europa
- Highway Access
- AP-9 (Atlantic Highway) connecting to Santiago and Portugal
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- A Coruña-San Cristóbal Station
- Public Transport Passes
- Millennium Card (Tarjeta Millennium) lowers bus fare to €0.75
- Regional Travel
- Renfe Avant (High-speed train to Santiago in 28 mins, ~€7)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- CHUAC (Complexo Hospitalario Universitario A Coruña) - Public; Hospital Quirónsalud - Private
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Sadhana Yoga Coruña (Calle Juan Canalejo) - Drop-in ~€15
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Altafit (Calle de Manuel Murguía) - ~€34/month; Termaria Casa del Agua (Luxury spa/gym)
- Laundry Services
- Lavandería Autoservicio Speed Queen (Calle Orzán, 150)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Glovo, Just Eat
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Pulpo á feira (Octopus with paprika) at Pulpeira de Melide
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- A Factoría Verde (Calle San Andrés, 107)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Habaziro (Calle Luis Ramos Vigo) - High-end pastries
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercado de San Agustín (Fresh local produce)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.es, El Corte Inglés
- Grocery Delivery
- Mercadona, Gadis (Local Galician chain)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Calle Galera and Calle Estrella (Tapas/Wine); Calle Orzán (Late night)
- Local Brewery
- Estrella Galicia (Visit 'MEGA' - Mundo Estrella Galicia museum/bar)
- Wine Bars
- A Viñoteca do Mercado (Plaza San Agustín)
- Street Food Stalls
- Marineda City food court; Churrería El Timón (Takeaway churros)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Koh Lanta (Southeast Asian fusion, Calle Plaza)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Tower of Hercules (Oldest working Roman lighthouse in the world)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Domus (Science museum), MUNCYT (Tech museum)
- Historical Sites
- Castillo de San Antón (Archaeological museum in a fortress)
- Religious Sites
- Colegiata de Santa María del Campo (Old City)
- Annual Events
- San Juan (June 23rd - massive beach bonfires)
- Cultural Districts
- Ciudad Vieja (Old Town)
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Colón, Palacio de la Ópera
- Local Markets
- Mercado de Eusebio da Guarda (Historic market building)
- Music Scene
- Garufa Club (Jazz and live gigs)
- Street Art
- Ordes (Vila de 6000 m²) is nearby, but local murals exist in Monte Alto
- Cooking Classes
- Obradoiro de Cociña (Mercado de San Agustín)
- Art Galleries
- Vilaseco (Calle Padre Feijoo, 5)
- Historic Buildings
- Palacio Municipal (Plaza de María Pita)
- Local Heritage
- The 'Galerías' (Glass-enclosed balconies) giving Coruña the name 'City of Glass'