A British expat who swapped the UK for sunny Spain has opened up about the “hardest part” of his new life abroad.

John, who took to TikTok to share his experiences since moving to Costa Blanca in 2018, has candidly spoken out about the “most challenging” aspect of emigrating – securing a job. Posting under the handle @englishjohncasablanca, he warned fellow Brits dreaming of a Spanish lifestyle that finding employment with a local company is no easy feat.

In a frank TikTok video, John admitted: “Finding a job in Spain is the most challenging part of the move. I can’t help you with it, I’m ever so sorry.” Despite the tough job market, John reassured his followers that there are still ways to make the move work, even without immediate employment.

Responding to common queries on his social media, he advised patience and persistence, suggesting that overcoming the job hurdle is key to successfully settling in Spain. He also outlined potential visa options for those looking to relocate, including the non-lucrative visa, digital nomad visa, self-employed visa, or the golden visa.

John has dished out some top tips on his TikTok for Brits hoping to relocate to sunnier climes, highlighting that not everyone will need a visa to live in Spain.

He said: “That’s if you don’t have the right to live here without a visa, if you’ve got an EU passport.” Unfortunately, he can’t assist with securing this status.

His other TikToks serve as a goldmine of advice for those dreaming of an international move and he has even claimed that life in Spain is “way less” expensive than in the UK.

For those pondering job prospects in Spain, John’s followers advise sticking to one’s expertise, noting that a fully qualified personal trainer should be able to continue their career without much issue.

However, landing a job in Spain may pose quite the challenge amidst stiff competition from the local workforce. Job seekers are advised by Prospects to up their game by targeting positions in big cities, where more roles are available.

Knowing Spanish certainly adds an advantage, and focusing on thriving sectors such as consulting, teaching English, the services industry, and tourism is recommended for optimising job prospects.