Preguntas frecuentes
Strongly recommended. Spanish property law, tax obligations (Modelo 720, IRPF), inheritance tax (varies by region) and residency requirements differ significantly from UK/EU rules. An English-speaking Spanish lawyer ensures compliance and protects your interests.
NIE application assistance: €150-300. Full residency application (non-EU): €800-2,000. Golden Visa: €3,000-8,000. Property conveyancing: 1-1.5% of purchase price (min €1,500). Tax advisory annual retainer: €600-2,400/year.
Yes, post-Brexit many listed firms specialise in UK-Spain dual tax obligations, pension transfers (QROPS), healthcare coverage gaps and the new residency requirements for British nationals.
The NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) is a tax identification number required for almost everything in Spain: buying property, opening a bank account, signing contracts, paying taxes. You need one even for short-term transactions.