Why Every Filipino Should Consider Moving to Spain & Becoming a Citizen 🇪🇸

Not enough people are talking about this, so let’s get straight to it: If you’re Filipino—full or half—you have one of the easiest and fastest paths to Spanish citizenship. Unlike most nationalities who wait 10 years, Filipinos? Just TWO. But let’s go beyond the obvious. Here are the most surprising reasons why moving to Spain and becoming a citizen might be the best decision you’ll ever make. ✅ 1. Spanish Citizenship in Just 2 Years Most people wait a decade (or never even get a chance). For Filipinos, it’s just two years of legal residency. That’s practically a free trial before unlocking Spanish citizenship! ✅ 2. A Powerful Passport with Visa-Free Travel A Spanish passport lets you travel visa-free to 159 countries—including all of Europe, the UK, and even Japan. No more stressful embassy interviews. ✅ 3. Free or Affordable Healthcare Spain has one of the best public healthcare systems in the world. Once you’re a resident, doctor visits, emergency care, and even major surgeries are either free or cost a fraction of what they would in the U.S. ✅ 4. No Need to Give Up Filipino Citizenship Unlike other nationalities, Filipinos don’t have to renounce their Filipino citizenship when becoming Spanish. You get the best of both worlds! ✅ 5. Swap Your PH Driver’s License—No Exam Needed! Other expats pay thousands of euros to take Spain’s brutal driving test (with a 70% failure rate). Filipinos? We just exchange ours—no test, no stress! ✅ 6. High-Quality, Affordable Education Thinking of studying or raising a family in Spain? Public universities can cost as little as €700 per year, and kids can go to good public schools for free while growing up bilingual. ✅ 7. The Lifestyle—Because Let’s Be Honest, It’s Amazing Siestas, tapas, 320 days of sunshine, Mediterranean beaches, and a work-life balance that actually exists. Spain isn’t just a place to move—it’s a chance to upgrade your life. What’s the most surprising reason YOU’VE heard about moving to Spain? Let me know! 🚀 Want the full breakdown? Follow us for short videos and watch the full ones on YouTube (@everythingisboffo)!