Legal Guide

Why Spanish Property Checks are Getting Tighter Foreign buyers can purchase property in Spain without major ownership restrictions, but the financial side of the transaction now requires clear documentation. Before completion, banks, agencies, lawyers, and notaries must verify the buyer’s identity, source of funds, and payment route. KYC and AML checks rarely delay a purchase when documents are prepared in advance. Problems usually arise after buyers sign a binding contract, transfer funds, or schedule the notary appointment without first confirming what complian...

What Is a TIE Card in Spain and What Is It Used For? The TIE, or Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero, is a physical identity card for foreign nationals in Spain. It confirms that a person has a recognised right to stay in the country under a specific immigration route. The card does not replace a passport and does not give the right to live in Spain by itself. First, the person must receive an approved status, such as residence, a study stay, a work permit, or family-based resid...

Types of Rental Income in Spain For many foreign buyers, a home in Spain is not only a place for holidays or future relocation. It can also help cover annual ownership costs and bring in income when the owner is not using it. Property in Spain can be rented out in several ways: as a long-term rental, seasonal rental, short-term tourist rental, or through a mixed approach where the owner stays in the home fo...

What is an NIE Number in Spain? NIE stands for “Número de Identidad de Extranjero” in Spanish, which means Foreigner Identity Number. It is a unique, personal number assigned to foreign individuals by the Spanish authorities. This number is essential for many legal, financial, and administrative activities in Spain. Unlike a residence permit, the NIE is only an identification number used for official procedures; it does n...

What is The Web Tapu System? Introduced in 2017 as part of Turkey's Land Registry and Cadastre Information System (TAKBİS), the Web Tapu system, known in English as the Digital Title Deed or Electronic Title Deed (E-title deed), is a digital platform developed by the General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre (TKGM). It allows individuals and businesses...