Selling property in Ibiza as a non-resident involves more than finding a buyer. Foreign sellers must deal with Spanish tax laws, legal documentation, and notarial procedures — often without being in the country.
At Borderless Lawyers, we manage the full sale process for foreign owners — from contract to closing — legally and remotely.
🔁 Step-by-Step: Selling Your Ibiza Property
1. Confirm Ownership & Registry Details
We verify that the property is correctly registered and free of legal issues or debts.
2. Collect All Required Documents
You’ll need:
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Title deed (escritura)
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NIE
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Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
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IBI tax receipts
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Community fee certificates
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Utility payment confirmations
3. Negotiate & Sign a Reservation or Arras Contract
We draft or review the deposit agreement to protect your interests — and ensure compliance with Spanish law.
4. Finalize at the Notary (or via POA)
We prepare the deed, settle taxes, and attend the notary signing — on your behalf if needed.
💶 What Taxes Do Foreign Sellers Pay?
🧾 Capital Gains Tax (IRNR)
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19% for EU/EEA sellers
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24% for non-EU sellers
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Based on profit (sale price minus original purchase + improvements)
✅ We help deduct eligible expenses and reduce the taxable gain.
🧾 Plusvalía Municipal
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Local tax on land value increase
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Paid to the municipality
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Based on years owned and cadastral land value
🧾 3% Retention for Non-Residents
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Buyer must retain 3% of the sale price and pay it to the Spanish tax agency
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You can reclaim some or all of it later by filing a non-resident return
📲 Can You Sell Without Being in Ibiza?
Yes. We represent you via Power of Attorney, so you don’t need to travel for:
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Drafting and signing contracts
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Paying taxes
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Attending the notary
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Receiving proceeds to your home bank account
⚠️ Common Pitfalls
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Not declaring capital gains
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Skipping plusvalía or underestimating it
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Relying solely on the buyer’s lawyer
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Using an outdated or incorrect POA
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Failing to verify buyer’s funding or timeline
💼 What We Do
At Borderless Lawyers, we:
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Review your title and prepare all documents
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Handle the tax declarations and refund claims
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Draft and negotiate the arras and sale deed
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Represent you fully with POA
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Coordinate the notary and funds transfer
💬 Final Word
Selling property in Ibiza as a foreigner requires strategic legal planning — especially to manage taxes, penalties, and representation. With the right legal team, it can be smooth, profitable, and 100% remote.
📞 Contact Borderless Lawyers today to sell your Ibiza home with confidence — from anywhere in the world.