We advise foreign residents, remote professionals and investors on immigration, property and inheritance matters under Spanish law.
The Costa del Sol property market carries quirks that catch foreign buyers off guard — undeclared debts, planning violations, ambiguous boundaries. We've represented international clients from offer to notary completion for two decades.
"They handled everything, from our NIE to the property deed. Three months later we were living in Marbella. We needed a team that spoke our language — legally and literally."
Whether you work remotely, are retiring, or relocating your family — Spanish immigration procedure rewards precision. We prepare every filing to withstand scrutiny.
A free 30-minute assessment call, no obligation attached.
Family and succession law in Spain differs structurally from UK, German or US frameworks. The decisions you make — or fail to make — about your estate carry consequences your family will inherit.
"Without a Spanish will, EU Succession Regulation determines who inherits your estate — not you."
A Spanish will is among the most consequential documents a foreign resident will sign. Without one, Spanish intestacy rules decide who inherits.
One notary appointment, conducted in English, fixed fee.
The Costa del Sol property market moves quickly. Our role is to ensure no document is signed without full understanding, and no defect surfaces after completion.
In Spain, the estate agent represents the seller. Without independent counsel, no one verifies debts, illegal extensions, or planning violations on your behalf.
Based on a €400,000 property in Andalucía. A precise figure is provided at consultation.
| Item | Detail | Approx. |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Tax (ITP) | Resale properties, Andalucía | 7% — €28,000 |
| Notary Fees | Public deed of sale | €800 – €1,200 |
| Land Registry | Property registration | €400 – €700 |
| Legal Fees | Full conveyancing service | 1% — €4,000 |
| Mortgage Costs | Where financing is used | €1,000 – €2,000 |
| Total Acquisition Cost | On top of purchase price | ~9–11% |
Send us the listing. We flag material issues within 24 hours, at no charge.
A UK-based software engineer relocating with a partner and two children needed the full dossier — income verification, private health cover, apostilled documents — prepared and filed before a lease deadline. We compressed the standard ten-week timeline by pre-clearing documentation issues before submission.
A German buyer's reservation contract was already signed when due diligence revealed an unpaid community debt attached to the property, undisclosed by the listing agent. We renegotiated the purchase price to reflect the liability before proceeding to notary.
A long-term Swedish resident died without a Spanish will, leaving an apartment in Fuengirola and accounts in two countries. We coordinated with the family's Swedish counsel to apply EU Succession Regulation correctly, avoiding double taxation and resolving the estate within four months.
A Ukrainian family sought residency through a €620,000 acquisition split across two adjoining apartments. We structured the purchase to satisfy the single-investment threshold while preserving the option to sell either unit independently in future.
A step-by-step account of Spanish conveyancing — from reservation to notary completion — including taxes, realistic timelines, and the errors that recur most often among foreign buyers.
Income thresholds, supporting documents, and what to expect after arrival.
Eligibility, the application window, and the deadlines that cannot be missed.
No property purchase, bank account, or contract in Spain is possible without one.
A single notary appointment can prevent years of cross-border family disputes.
What this document reveals about ownership, charges, and outstanding debt.
Every matter is different. Describe your circumstances and a lawyer from the relevant practice area will respond — typically within a few hours.
Book a free 30-minute consultation with a specialist lawyer. No obligation, no jargon.