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Living in El Salvador: the ultimate expat guide

Living in El Salvador: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in El Salvador.

The Republic of El Salavador is one of the smallest countries of Central America. It still attracts large numbers of expatriates wishing to settle here to enjoy a unique scenery: lakes, volcano, Sierra Madre's plains.

The proximity with the north-American market and the dynamism of the services sector will enable expats to find job opportunities on the Salvadorian labor market.

Key figures

Population2.9 million
Expats25,000-35,000
Top nationalitiesItalians, Portuguese, Argentinians, Americans, Germans
LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Monthly cost of living
1 person$1,200
Family of 4$3,000