Property Law Guides for Expats in Spain
Guides to buying property in Spain, Spanish property taxes, conveyancing, NIE numbers and legal checks for foreign buyers. Buying here works differently from the UK or US: there is no conveyancing solicitor by default, the notario checks the deed but not your interests, and some unpaid property debts pass to you on completion. These guides explain what to check before you sign, what each tax actually costs, and the exact points where a Spanish property lawyer earns their fee.
Spain's 100% Property Tax for Non-EU Buyers: What You Need to Know
Spain's proposed 100% tax on non-EU property buyers has caused alarm. Here is what has actually passed into law, who could be affected, and what UK and other non-EU buyers should do now.
Read guideSpanish Property Taxes for Foreign Owners: The Complete 2026 Guide
ITP, IBI, non-resident property tax, capital gains tax, Plusvalia and Wealth Tax explained in plain English for foreign owners.
Read guideBuying Property in Spain as a Foreigner: The Complete Legal Guide
The full purchase process, costs, taxes, legal checks and why foreign buyers should use an English-speaking property lawyer.
Read guideConveyancing in Spain: What It Means and Who Does It
Spain doesn't have conveyancing in the UK sense. Here's what the notario does, what a property lawyer does, and why you need both.
Read guideDo I Need a Lawyer to Buy Property in Spain?
Not legally required, but here's why almost every expert says you should never buy without one.
Read guideNIE Number Spain: What It Is and Do You Need a Lawyer?
Everything expats need to know about the NIE: how to get one, how long it takes, and when a lawyer helps.
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