Thinking about a home abroad for the whole family? Every property here is rated family-friendly by INTRIC, from apartments to villas with room for everyone.
On the southern edge of Vlorë, in a developed residential district with everyday services close by and the city centre a short drive away, this 43 m² studio sits on the fourth floor of a modern residence and faces the sea directly. It takes natural light…
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ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajRated family-friendly by INTRIC
ContactVisit Next Real Estate's portal (opens in a new tab)Bella BelerajThe essentials
Moving a family means thinking about visas, health cover, and school. These six facts show what to check before you buy.
UAE residents can sponsor a spouse, unmarried daughters, sons under 25, and children with special needs for a family residence visa. The sponsor must have a minimum salary of AED 4,000, or AED 3,000 plus accommodation.
Why it matters: Visa rules can shape who lives in the home. The relevant UAE authority can confirm who can be sponsored and for how long.
In Dubai, sponsors must arrange health insurance for the dependants living with them.
Why it matters: Health cover can be a regular family cost. An insurer can confirm what a policy includes and which clinics it covers.
Basic education in Spain is free and compulsory between the ages of six and 16, and foreign children under 16 have both the right and the duty to attend.
Why it matters: Families moving to Spain may wish to look at local schools alongside the home.
Thailand's Long-Term Resident visa lets a holder bring a spouse and children under 20, up to four dependants in total. Each dependant needs health cover or funds that meet the visa rules.
Why it matters: Visa rules can shape plans for a long stay. Thailand's Board of Investment sets out the current conditions.
South Africa requires unaccompanied minors of any nationality to show set documents at the border on request. A parental consent letter can be no more than six months old.
Why it matters: This can matter if a child travels without a parent. The Department of Home Affairs sets out the documents required.
Anyone insured under an EU public health scheme can use a European Health Insurance Card for medically necessary state healthcare on a temporary stay. Each family member should have their own card.
Why it matters: Eligibility depends on your insurance. The card is separate from travel insurance, and a health insurer can confirm whether you qualify.
Sources: the UAE government portal, Spain's Education Law, Spain's Foreigners Law, Thailand's Board of Investment, South Africa's Department of Home Affairs, and the European Commission.
Compare your options
Here are the six largest markets on this page, with their homes and where starting prices begin.
| Country | Family-friendly homes | Starting prices | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|
 UAE | 1,409 homes | Starting prices begin at AED 357,983. | |
 Spain | 836 homes | Starting prices begin at EUR 131,250. | |
 South Africa | 387 homes | Starting prices begin at ZAR 900,000. | |
 Thailand | 150 homes | Starting prices begin at THB 2,390,000. | |
 Croatia | 94 homes | Starting prices begin at EUR 306,700. | |
 Portugal | 43 homes | Starting prices begin at EUR 170,000. |
Family-friendly ratings are INTRIC's own. Prices come from each listing and can change. This table is general information rather than financial or legal advice.
For the full list of countries with family-friendly homes on INTRIC, see our FAQs.
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City guideAn introduction to this coastal town west of Lisbon, with its beaches and international schools.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to help you plan your purchase.
All the family-friendly homes for sale abroad on this page carry INTRIC's family-friendly rating. They range from compact apartments to large villas, so check the number of bedrooms and the layout with the seller, and you will soon see which ones fit your family.
Some of the best family memories start with a new front door. The children run ahead to claim their rooms. Breakfast moves outside. Afternoons turn into swimming lessons, bike rides, and new friends from down the road who stay for dinner. A few years on, the place you first found on a screen is where they grew up feeling at home in the world.
To find the right home, look at four things: whether the space will still work as your children grow, how close schools and healthcare are, how safe and welcoming the neighbourhood feels, and which visa lets your whole family stay. Get those right, and the rest tends to fall into place.
You can explore family-friendly homes in 18 countries, so you can compare several places before you decide:
The UAE, Spain, and South Africa have the most homes on this page, so they are a useful place to start your search.
Think about how your family will live in five years as well as today. Count the bedrooms you need, then look at storage, outdoor space, and somewhere for the children to study or play. If relatives will visit often, a guest room or separate apartment can make those stays much easier.
Spend a day there if you can. Try the journey to school and to the nearest clinic, walk to the park or shops, and notice how the streets feel in the evening. Talking to families who already live nearby will tell you things no listing can.
Often they can, but the rules depend on the country and your visa. Ask an immigration adviser who can join you, for how long, and what income or insurance you will need, so your whole family can plan the move with confidence.
It helps to budget for school fees, family health insurance, community fees, and childcare as well as the purchase price. Ask for a full year of running costs for the home, so you know what family life there will cost.
Your next step
Every listing connects you directly with the developer or agent selling it. Open the property you love and press Contact to ask about pricing, availability, and whether it has the space your family needs.
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