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Antwerp or Bilbao

Comprehensive comparison between Antwerp (Belgium) and Bilbao (Spain). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Bilbao is more affordable than Antwerp. Antwerp has a cost rating of 56/100, while Bilbao has a cost rating of 50/100.
In terms of safety, Bilbao ranks higher with a safety score of 82/100, compared to Antwerp at 88/100. Antwerp's safety score is 82/100 and Bilbao's safety score is 88/100.
Average rent in Antwerp is typically €700 - €1,050 per month, whereas typical rent in Bilbao averages €700 - €1,000 per month.
For Antwerp, the visa process is rated as: EU Freedom & Single Permit (Work/Residence) (EU nationals move freely. Non-EU specialists obtain the Belgian Single Permit for combined work and residence.). For Bilbao, the process is rated as: Spanish Digital Nomad Visa & EU Freedom (Spain’s Nomad Visa offers non-EU remote professionals 1-to-3 year residence permits, alongside EU right of residence.).