Conveyancing is the legal process that ensures a property is transferred safely and correctly from seller to buyer.
For foreign buyers in Alicante, proper conveyancing avoids:
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Buying illegally built homes
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Hidden debts or property defects
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Delays or legal disputes after closing
With over half of Alicante’s property sales involving foreign nationals, conveyancing is critical to protect your investment.
⚖️ The Conveyancing Process in Alicante – Step by Step
✅ 1. Legal Check of the Property
Before signing anything:
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Confirm seller’s legal title
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Identify any debts, mortgages, or encumbrances
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Match Land Registry & Cadastre data
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Review the energy certificate and occupancy permit
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Check if it’s a protected or rustic zone
📌 We obtain and analyze these documents before any funds change hands.
✅ 2. Draft or Review the Arras Contract
This deposit contract locks in the sale and includes:
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Property details & agreed price
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Deadlines and payment terms
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Conditions for refund or penalties
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Legal contingencies for planning issues or mortgages
✍️ We draft or review this contract to safeguard your rights.
✅ 3. Urban Planning Verification
Especially vital in coastal and rural areas.
We confirm:
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Proper zoning classification (urban, rustic, protected)
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Legal status of pools, terraces, renovations
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Existing or pending fines or demolition orders
📌 Avoid buying a property that can’t be legalized or renovated.
✅ 4. Power of Attorney Setup (Optional)
Want to buy remotely from your home country?
We draft a bilingual Power of Attorney allowing us to:
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Sign contracts
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Represent you at the notary
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File taxes and register the property
🛡️ Fully compliant with Spanish notarial standards.
✅ 5. Tax Planning & Financial Preparation
We prepare:
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ITP or VAT tax calculation
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Bank-certified payment methods
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NIE confirmation
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Coordination with your mortgage provider (if applicable)
✅ All costs, taxes, and fees are clearly broken down before closing.
✅ 6. Signing at the Notary (Escritura Pública)
The public deed (escritura) is signed in Alicante before a local notary:
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Both parties confirm terms
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Final payment is made
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Deed is signed, sealed, and witnessed
If you use a Power of Attorney, we handle this step for you.
✅ 7. Post-Signing Registration & Taxes
After closing, we:
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File and pay the property transfer tax (ITP)
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Register you as the new owner in the Land Registry
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Notify the Cadastre, town hall, and utility providers
📋 You receive the full set of registered documents by courier or email.
💰 Typical Costs for Conveyancing in Alicante
| Item | Estimated Cost |
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| Legal Fees | €1,500 – €3,000 (fixed or %‑based) |
| Notary Fees | €600 – €1,200 |
| Registry Fees | €400 – €1,000 |
| ITP (Resale Homes) | 10% of purchase price |
| VAT + AJD (New Builds) | 10% + 1.5% |
✅ We offer flat-fee legal packages so you know the full cost upfront.
🧑⚖️ Why Work with Borderless Lawyers in Alicante?
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Fully licensed property lawyers
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Independent from estate agents
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Multilingual legal team
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Complete remote option via Power of Attorney
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Fast and secure service for expats and international buyers
📞 Start Your Conveyancing Process with Legal Confidence
Buying a property in Alicante should be exciting — not stressful.
Let us take care of the legal process while you focus on your move.