If you’re a foreigner buying property in Alicante, you’ll need an NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero) — the Spanish tax ID for foreigners. It’s required for signing contracts, paying taxes, opening a bank account, and registering the property.
At Borderless Lawyers, we help you get your NIE with or without traveling to Spain.
🧾 Why You Need an NIE in Alicante
You cannot:
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Sign the arras contract
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Pay property taxes
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Open a Spanish bank account
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Finalize the notary deed
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Register the property in your name
… without a valid NIE.
✅ It’s the very first step in the legal process of buying property in Spain.
🛑 When Should You Apply?
As soon as you are seriously considering a purchase.
⏱️ Average waiting times:
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In Spain: 2–3 weeks
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Abroad (via consulate): 4–8 weeks
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With POA through a Spanish lawyer: as little as 7 days in urgent cases
✍️ How to Get an NIE for Property in Alicante
Option 1: In Person in Alicante
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Book an appointment with the Policía Nacional – Extranjería
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Submit application form EX-15
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Show reason for request (e.g. property purchase)
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Pay NIE tax (~€10)
Problem? Long delays and language barriers.
Option 2: At a Spanish Consulate Abroad
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Contact the Spanish consulate in your country
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Bring EX-15 form and passport
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Explain you’re buying a property
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Fees and process vary by country
✅ Option 3: Grant Power of Attorney (POA) to Your Lawyer
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Easiest and fastest method
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We draft and send you a POA
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You sign it in Spain or at a notary/consulate abroad
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We apply for and collect your NIE in Alicante on your behalf
💼 Our NIE Legal Service
At Borderless Lawyers, we:
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Draft and submit all forms
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Pay government fees
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Represent you before the police or consulate
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Collect and deliver your NIE number securely
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Include NIE as part of your property legal package
💬 Final Word
Getting your NIE is essential for any property purchase in Alicante — and delays can cost you a deal. With expert legal support, you can get your NIE fast and stress-free.
📞 Contact Borderless Lawyers now to request your NIE — with or without visiting Spain.