Changing your Spotify region means telling the app where you are, so it shows you the right catalog and payment options for that location

Spotify's music library and pricing change based on your region. If you move to a new country or want to listen to music available only in another region, you need to update your account location. The process is straightforward, but the timing matters — Spotify locks your region for a set period after each change, so you cannot switch back and forth freely.

Your region is tied to your payment method and billing address, not just where you are right now. This is why Spotify asks for both when you change regions. If you move permanently, update your address. If you are traveling, you can still listen to your library, but you cannot change your region until the lock period ends.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Spotify region is set by your billing address and payment method, and you can only change it once every 30 days.
  • To change regions, go to Account Settings, find "Country or region", and update both your address and payment method to match the new location.
  • Spotify will show you a different music catalog and pricing in your new region, and some songs may become unavailable if they are not licensed there.
  • If you are traveling temporarily, you do not need to change your region — you can listen to your full library from anywhere for up to 14 days.

How to update your region in Spotify settings

Open Spotify on any device and go to your account. On a computer or phone, click or tap the profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Account" or "Settings". On the web player, click "Account" in the menu. Look for a section called "Country or region" — this is where your current location is listed.

Click on the country or region field and choose your new location from the dropdown menu. Spotify will then ask you to confirm a payment method for that region. If your current payment method (credit card, PayPal, or local payment service) works in the new region, you can keep it. If not, you will need to add a new one that is valid there. Update your billing address to match the new region as well — Spotify checks that this matches your payment method.

After you confirm the change, Spotify will lock your region for 30 days. You cannot change it again until that period ends. The app will show you when you can next make a change.

What happens to your music and playlists after a region change

Your playlists and saved songs stay with you when you change regions. However, some songs may become unavailable in your new region because of licensing agreements. When this happens, Spotify shows a small lock icon next to the song in your playlist, and you cannot play it. The song is still in your playlist — it just cannot be played from that region.

Pricing also changes by region. A Spotify Premium subscription costs different amounts in different countries, and some regions have different plan options (like a student plan or a plan for two people). When you change regions, your subscription price may change on your next billing date. Spotify will tell you the new price before you confirm the region change.

Your recommendations and Discover Weekly playlist are based partly on what is popular in your region, so these will update to reflect your new location. This usually happens within a few days.

Traveling without changing your region

If you are traveling for a short time, you do not need to change your region. Spotify lets you listen to your full library from anywhere for up to 14 days. After 14 days, if you have not returned to your home region, Spotify will ask you to either return home or change your region officially.

This grace period is useful for vacations or short business trips. You keep your current pricing and catalog, and you do not trigger the 30-day lock on region changes. When you go back to your home country, your account automatically returns to normal.

When you cannot change your region

Spotify will not let you change your region if you have used a free trial recently in another region. If you signed up for a free trial in one country and then moved to another, you may need to wait until that trial period ends before you can change regions. This is to prevent people from using multiple free trials.

You also cannot change your region more than once every 30 days. If you just changed it, you will see a message telling you when you can change it again. Some payment methods are not available in all regions — if your current payment method does not work in your new region, you must add a new one before Spotify will let you complete the change.

Fixing problems when your region will not change

If Spotify says your payment method is not valid for the new region, check that your billing address matches the country you are trying to switch to. Go back to Account Settings, find "Billing address", and make sure the country field matches your chosen region. Sometimes the address format matters — use the full country name rather than an abbreviation.

If you are still stuck, try removing your current payment method and adding a new one that is valid in the new region. Go to Account Settings, find "Payment methods", and delete the old one. Then add a new card or payment service that works in that country. After you have added the new payment method, try changing your region again.

If the region change still fails, sign out of Spotify completely, clear your browser cache (if you are using the web player), and sign back in. Then try the region change one more time. If nothing works, contact Spotify Support through the Help section in your account — they can see if there is a lock on your account or another issue preventing the change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I listen to Spotify while traveling without changing my region?

Yes. Spotify lets you listen to your full library from anywhere for up to 14 days without changing your region. After 14 days away from your home region, you will need to either return or officially change your region. This grace period is designed for travel and does not trigger the 30-day lock on region changes.

What happens to my subscription price when I change regions?

Your subscription price changes to match the cost in your new region. The new price takes effect on your next billing date. Spotify shows you the new price before you confirm the region change, so you know what to expect. Some regions also have different plan types available.

Will I lose my playlists and saved songs if I change regions?

No, your playlists and saved songs stay with you. However, some songs may become unavailable in your new region because of licensing restrictions. These songs show a lock icon in your playlists but remain saved — they just cannot be played from that region.

How long do I have to wait before changing my region again?

You can only change your region once every 30 days. After you make a change, Spotify locks your region for 30 days. The app shows you exactly when you can make your next change in your Account Settings.

What if my payment method does not work in my new region?

You will need to add a new payment method that is valid in that region before Spotify will let you complete the change. Go to Account Settings, remove your current payment method, and add a new card or local payment service that works in your new country. Make sure your billing address also matches the new region.