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Faro or San Sebastián

Comprehensive comparison between Faro (Portugal) and San Sebastián (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, Faro is more affordable than San Sebastián. Faro has a cost rating of 52/100, while San Sebastián has a cost rating of 58/100.
In terms of safety, San Sebastián ranks higher with a safety score of 90/100, compared to Faro at 90/100. Faro's safety score is 90/100 and San Sebastián's safety score is 90/100.
Average rent in Faro is typically €700 - €1,050 per month, whereas typical rent in San Sebastián averages €800 - €1,200 per month.
For Faro, the visa process is rated as: Portugal Digital Nomad Visa (D8) & D7 Passive Income Visa (Portugal’s world-renowned D8 Digital Nomad Visa (minimum monthly income ~€3,280) and D7 Passive Income / Retirement Visa with direct permanent residency and EU citizenship after 5 years.). For San Sebastián, the process is rated as: Spanish Digital Nomad Visa & EU Freedom (Spain’s Nomad Visa provides non-EU remote workers a 1-to-3 year residence permit with streamlined tax benefits.).