Other Services and Amenities
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Pública de Vigo Juan Compañel
- Community Centers
- Casas en el Barrio (Various Neighborhood Centers)
- Gaming Lounges
- Elite Gaming Center Vigo
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Casino de Vigo (A Laxe Shopping Center)
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Correos (National Post), SEUR, and MRW
- Tech Repair Services
- BEEP Vigo (Rúa de San Salvador)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Pabellón Municipal de Deportes de Vigo
- Language Classes
- Escuela Oficial de Idiomas (EOI) Vigo
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €3,100 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €124,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,900 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €76,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,900 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €174,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,750 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €105,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €2,750 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €220,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €1,600 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €128,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 25% (Standard Spanish rate)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 19% - 26% 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, applicable under Spanish Law
- Property Tax
- IBI (Impuesto sobre Bienes Inmuebles) - approx. 0.4% - 1.1% of cadastral value
- Property Transaction Tax
- 8% - 10% ITP (Transfer Tax) for resale properties
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Beckham Law (24% flat tax for 6 years) or Spanish Digital Nomad Visa benefits
Essentials
- City
- Vigo, Pontevedra, Galicia, Spain
- Population
- 295,000
- Internet Speed
- Average 450 Mbps (Fiber Optic widely available), 5G in city center
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks: Abanca, Santander, BBVA
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and high quality (sourced from Eiras reservoir)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Movistar, Vodafone, Orange, and Digi (best for budget: 100GB for €15)
- Banking for Expats
- Abanca (local favorite), Revolut, N26, and Santander One
- Accommodation
- Monthly rentals via Idealista, Fotocasa, or Airbnb (€700-€1,100/mo)
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and Apple/Google Pay accepted in 95% of establishments
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb, Booking.com, and local agencies like Vigohome
- Budget Accommodation
- Rúa de Vigo Hostel (€22/night), Hotel Pantón (€45/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Casco Vello (Old Town) for history and tapas
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- O Calvario for local prices or Rosalía de Castro for premium amenities
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Impact Hub Vigo (Rúa do Pracer, 19) - €15/day, €180/month
- Best Cafe for Work
- Vigo Coffee Co. (Rúa de Casiano Martínez) - Fast Wi-Fi and specialty beans
- Networking Events
- Círculo de Empresarios de Galicia events; Vigo Tech Meetups at Afundación
- Social Events for Expats
- InterNations Vigo community and 'Expats in Vigo' Facebook Group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber, Cabify, and PideTaxi (local taxi app)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Vigo cycle paths; Rental at TuBike (Rúa de Venezuela) - €20/day
- Best Beach Nearby
- Praia de Samil (3 miles of sand, blue flag status)
- Top Regional Airline
- Air Europa (frequent connections to Madrid)
- Top International Airline
- Ryanair and Vueling (flying from Vigo-Peinador or nearby Porto Airport)
- Highway Access
- AP-9 (Atlantic Highway) connecting to Portugal and Santiago
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Vigo-Urzáiz (High-speed AVE) and Vigo-Guixar stations
- Public Transport Passes
- PassVigo card (€0.89 per trip vs €1.35 cash)
- Regional Travel
- Renfe Trains to Santiago (€10) or ALSA Bus to Porto (€12)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hospital Álvaro Cunqueiro (Public) or Hospital Vithas Vigo (Private)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Yoga Sala Vigo (Rúa de Urzáiz); Satya Yoga (€50/month)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- McFit Vigo (Praza de España) - €29.90/month; Máis que Auga
- Laundry Services
- FreshLaundry (Rúa de San Salvador) - €5 per load
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Glovo, Just Eat, and UberEats
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Pulpo á Feira (Octopus) and Oysters at Rúa da Pescadería
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Bambú (Rúa de Oporto) and Cúrcuma (Rúa de Brasil)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Sémola (Artisanal cakes/pastries) - multiple locations
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Mercado de O Calvario (Fresh local produce at low prices)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.es, El Corte Inglés, and PCComponentes
- Grocery Delivery
- Mercadona online and Gadis (local Galician supermarket)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Churruca (Alternative/Rock) and Alameda (Upscale cocktails)
- Local Brewery
- Cervecería Nós (Craft beer taproom in Casco Vello)
- Wine Bars
- Vinoteca Bagos (Rúa de María Berdiales) - focus on Albariño
- Street Food Stalls
- Mercado da Pedra (Famous for fresh-shucked oysters)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Koh Lanta (Southeast Asian fusion) - Rúa de Pontevedra
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Dinoseto (shrub sculpture) and the Castro Fortress
- Museums & Art Venues
- MARCO (Museum of Contemporary Art) - Rúa do Príncipe
- Historical Sites
- Monte do Castro (Celtic settlement ruins and fortress)
- Religious Sites
- Concatedral de Santa María de Vigo
- Annual Events
- Festa da Reconquista (March) - huge historical street party
- Cultural Districts
- Bouzas (Old maritime village feel within the city)
- Theater Venues
- Teatro Afundación Vigo (Pola de Siero)
- Local Markets
- Mercado do Berbés (Fish) and Sunday Flea Market in Bouzas
- Music Scene
- La Iguana Club (Iconic live music venue)
- Street Art
- Vigo cidade de cor (City-wide mural program maps available online)
- Cooking Classes
- Obradoiro de Cociña (at Mercado de la Boqueria style centers)
- Art Galleries
- Galeria PM8 (Contemporary art)
- Historic Buildings
- Edificio El Moderno (Stunning eclectic architecture)
- Local Heritage
- The 'Olive Tree' symbol of the city (Arbol del Olivo)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Cíes Islands (Stunning archipelago, accessible by ferry)
- National Parks Nearby
- Atlantic Islands of Galicia National Park
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Senda da Auga (Water Path) - 20km trail with ocean views
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Mirador del Paseo de Alfonso XII (Best sunset over the Ría)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Foz do Miñor (20 min drive south)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Allowed only during San Juan Festival (June 23rd)