Buying property in Spain as a foreigner
Are you dreaming of a sunny house in Spain, a Mediterranean pied-à-terre, or a profitable real estate investment?
Good news: Spain welcomes international buyers with open arms, regardless of your country of residence or nationality.
Why hire a local consultant?
Buying property abroad can be complex. I offer personalized, multilingual support (French / Spanish / English) from A to Z:
- Selection of properties that match your criteria
- Visits and real-time feedback (even remotely)
- Assistance with negotiation and decision-making
- Coordination with a notary, lawyer, bank, tax specialist
- Administrative follow-up until the final signature
Essential points to know
1. No obstacles for foreigners
Spain allows non-residents to freely purchase property, whether for living, investing, or vacationing.
2.NIE (Foreigner Identification Number)
It is a tax identification number essential for:
- Signing a purchase contract
- Opening a bank account in Spain
- Paying taxes related to the property
It can be requested at the Spanish consulate in your country or directly on-site.
3. Spanish bank account
Necessary for:
- Completing the payment for the property
- Settling taxes and condominium fees
4. Ownership ≠ Right of residence
Buying a property does not automatically give you the right to live in Spain.
You can generally stay for up to 90 days every 180 days without a visa (depending on the agreements between Spain and your country).
To live in Spain long-term, you may need to apply for:
- A non-lucrative visa, or
- A Golden Visa (by purchasing at least €500,000 worth of property)
5. International taxation
Each country has its own rules regarding the declaration and taxation of properties abroad.
It is highly advisable to consult a tax expert to anticipate any local or international obligations.
Spain allows non-residents to freely purchase property, whether for living, investing, or vacationing.
It is a tax identification number essential for:
- Signing a purchase contract
- Opening a bank account in Spain
- Paying taxes related to the property
It can be requested at the Spanish consulate in your country or directly on-site.
Necessary for:
- Completing the payment for the property
- Settling taxes and condominium fees
Buying a property does not automatically give you the right to live in Spain.
You can generally stay for up to 90 days every 180 days without a visa (depending on the agreements between Spain and your country).
To live in Spain long-term, you may need to apply for:
- A non-lucrative visa, or
- A Golden Visa (by purchasing at least €500,000 worth of property)
Each country has its own rules regarding the declaration and taxation of properties abroad.
It is highly advisable to consult a tax expert to anticipate any local or international obligations.
Clear commission, with full transparency
The support fees vary depending on the price of the property and the complexity of our mission.
For reference:
Budget for Purchase
300 000 €
500 000 €
750 000 €+
Estimated Commission
~6 000 à 9 000 €
~10 000 à 15 000 €
Custom quote
What this includes :
- Customized search and filtering of listings (between 1 month and 4 months)
- Study of the local market and strategic advice
- Visits (accompanied or by video)
- Assistance with price negotiation
- Legal, banking, and administrative follow-up (upon request and for an additional fee)