Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property ownership — from the seller to you, the buyer.
In Spain (including Valencia), it involves:
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Title verification
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Debt and planning checks
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Contract drafting
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Notary signature
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Registration of ownership
📌 Unlike other countries, the notary does not protect the buyer — that’s the lawyer’s job.
👩‍⚖️ Who Does What in Spanish Conveyancing?
| Party | Role |
|---|---|
| Lawyer (Abogado) | Protects buyer’s interests, conducts due diligence, prepares contracts, registers title |
| Notary (Notario) | Confirms identity, ensures deed formalities, oversees official signing |
| Real Estate Agent | Coordinates viewings and offers, but cannot give legal advice |
| Buyer | Must obtain NIE, open bank account, pay taxes, and sign or grant POA |
âś… Foreign buyers should always hire an independent Spanish property lawyer.
🔟 Step-by-Step Conveyancing Process in Valencia
1. Initial Offer & Reservation
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Non-binding verbal or email offer
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May involve small reservation fee (returned if deal fails)
2. Legal Due Diligence
We check:
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Ownership
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Debts/mortgages
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Property size
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Building permits
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Urban classification
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Tourist license status (if applicable)
3. Drafting & Signing Arras Contract
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A legally binding deposit contract
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Typically 10% down payment
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Specifies sale price, timeline, and conditions
4. Prepare for Closing
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Obtain NIE
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Open Spanish bank account
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Transfer funds
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Draft public deed of sale (escritura)
5. Completion at the Notary
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Buyer or lawyer (via POA) signs the escritura
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Balance of payment made by bank cheque
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Possession transferred
6. Registration
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Taxes paid (ITP or VAT)
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Deed submitted to Valencia Land Registry
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Utilities and local records updated
🏦 Can You Do It All Remotely?
Yes — 100% of the process can be done remotely with a Power of Attorney (POA).
âś… Borderless Lawyers handles:
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All checks and filings
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NIE application
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Bank account setup
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Contract signing
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Notary appointment
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Title registration
đź“Ś You never need to travel to Spain.
đź’¸ What Taxes and Fees Are Involved?
| Item | Approx. Cost |
|---|---|
| Transfer Tax (ITP) | 10% (resale properties) |
| Notary & Registry | 1–1.5% |
| Legal Fees | €1,500–€3,000 (fixed or % based) |
| Bank Setup/POA | Varies (we handle remotely) |
🔍 Why Foreign Buyers Need Legal Representation
Common problems avoided with legal guidance:
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Buying from someone not fully authorized to sell
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Property with hidden debts or building issues
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Arras contract with unfair penalty clauses
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Unregistered extensions or pool
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Paying taxes incorrectly or missing deadlines
âś… We ensure a secure, tax-compliant, and dispute-free purchase.
đź“ž Buying Property in Valencia? Start With Trusted Legal Support
At Borderless Lawyers, we’ve helped foreign buyers from the UK, US, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden, and beyond secure homes in Valencia legally and safely.