Renting in Alicante as a foreigner
Practical answers for Americans and other newcomers looking for a long-term apartment for rent in Alicante, with or without a Spanish payslip.
What do landlords in Alicante usually ask a foreign tenant for?
Landlords usually ask for your passport, proof of regular income and, when you have them, references or an employment or client contract. Each owner decides what they need. We prepare your tenant file the way Spanish landlords expect it, so it answers their questions before they ask.
How can I rent without a Spanish payslip?
Landlords mainly want to see that your income is real and regular. Remote workers, freelancers and people paid from abroad usually show recent bank statements, contracts with employers or clients and tax returns from their home country. We organise these documents, explain them to the owner in Spanish and tell you honestly at the start how your case looks.
What deposit and guarantees should I expect?
A long-term lease in Spain normally comes with a security deposit, and some landlords ask for additional guarantees, especially from tenants without a history in Spain. What is asked depends on the owner and the contract. We tell you what is being requested before you commit and go through those terms with you before you sign.
Long-term rental or seasonal rental: what is the difference?
A long-term rental is a home you live in as your main residence, with the stability and tenant protections that come with it. A seasonal or temporary rental is for a limited period and a specific reason, and is usually furnished. Rental Concierge is designed to find the long-term home you will actually live in; if you also need a short stay first, tell us.
Can I rent an apartment in Alicante with a dog or other pets?
Yes, although many listings say no to pets before you even ask. We filter out those listings before you waste a visit, look for owners who accept pets and children, and present your pet in your tenant file.
Can I view flats by video before I arrive in Spain?
Yes. You can start from abroad: your agent attends the viewings, shows you the home on a video call and keeps you informed in English or Spanish.
How early should I start looking?
As soon as you know your dates, your budget and who is coming with you. Long-term rentals in Alicante are scarce, so having your tenant file ready before the right home appears puts you in a better position. Tell us your dates and we will tell you honestly what we see.
What does my rental agent actually do?
Your agent works for you, not for the landlord: builds your tenant file, searches for homes, calls agencies and owners in Spanish, attends the viewings with you in person or on video, negotiates with the owner and reviews your documents and contract with our team and a legal partner. We can also help switch your utilities. Our service ends the day you sign the lease.