Biracial Family with Young Children Looking to Move to Spain

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NoelStarksNew member15 January 2018 05:18:56

Hello!

My family and I are interested in moving to Spain from Las Vegas, NV. We have 2 daughters ages 5 and 11. We are also a biracial family (I am Hispanic and my husband is Mexican and African American). I worry that we may not be accepted, especially our daughters. Does anyone have any insight to how my kids would be treated around town and in a public school? Also, does anyone have any recommendations of areas that are most accepting of biracial families? There are so many things to consider it’s a bit overwhelming. I’m also interested in the cost of living. Would it be feasible to live off of around $5000 - $6000 a month in a place like Barcelona? Thank you so much for your help!!

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GuestPoster491Guest15 January 2018 05:33:12

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NoelStarks wrote:
Would it be feasible to live off of around $5000 - $6000 a month in a place like Barcelona? Thank you so much for your help!!

Are you serious, or are you just trying to boast?

The average salary there is about 1400 Euro/month. You could probably afford an international private school!

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NoelStarksNew member15 January 2018 05:44:08

I’m definitely not trying to boast. In Las Vegas, Nevada it’s very difficult for a family of 4 to survive off of $5000 per month. And that’s living pretty frugal and not going out much! It would be wonderful to live somewhere more affordable!

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NoelStarksNew member15 January 2018 05:46:09

Do you know anything about Malaga or Valencia? I really have no idea where to look at. Are there mixed race families anywhere or would we stick out? Thank you for your reply!!

baldchick Member

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baldchickMember15 January 2018 12:54:46

HI
Check out a few groups:
Las Morenas de Espana
Melanin Madrid (Facebook)

I think you will find a vast network and lots of information....especially since many of the members are/ or have been teachers in the Spanish school system.

Welcome
Maria

wagonersabroad Active member

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wagonersabroadActive member15 January 2018 13:21:21

I think you and your family would be welcome all over Spain! Your budget should work all over too, but it all depends on your lifestyle of course. We are a family of 4 and survive just fine in the south on $3k a month for the past 5 years, even with exchange rate fluctuations. We shared our full budget for the first 19 months, every single penny on our blog.

SimCityAT Expert

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SimCityATExpert15 January 2018 13:49:39

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Where ever you go in this world, you will find some sort racism and xenophobia (no matter what your colour of skin). I did find this article.

Myriam Lahlou Member

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Myriam LahlouMember15 January 2018 14:49:41

Hi, I think that you and your family will be welcome all over Spain. I am a foreigner living in Barcelona for more than 10 years and never had any problem. People here are very open and welcoming. You can easily live with 4000 or 5000 euros a month. With this budget you can probably afford the American school for your children. Good luck and welcome to Spain.
Myriam

Johncar Spain expert

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JohncarSpain expert15 January 2018 15:28:06

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I have UK and Irish nationality I am white male and lived in Spain for 30 years. My wife, 34 years younger than me, is filipino and has lived here 12 years-

We have never been aware of any racist or hostile attitudes. I am sure you will be very comfortable living here.

Not speaking Spanish can cause some difficulty but from what you posted you clearly speak Spanish, so no problem

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