What Is Conveyancing in Spain?
Conveyancing refers to the legal process of transferring property ownership from the seller to the buyer. In Spain, this process is not automatically handled by a solicitor, so foreign buyers must appoint their own independent lawyer.
Borderless Lawyers provides fully bilingual conveyancing services in Palma — in person or remotely.
⚠️ Why Legal Due Diligence Is Crucial
Many buyers assume that if a property looks good, it must be legally safe — but that’s a dangerous assumption in Spain. Palma properties often carry risks such as:
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🧱 Illegal extensions or unlicensed works
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📉 Misrepresented square meters or boundaries
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🔗 Undisclosed debts or liens
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🏗️ Unclear urban planning classification
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🧾 Tax or community fee arrears
✅ Due diligence helps ensure you’re buying what you think you’re buying — with no hidden liabilities.
📑 Full Due Diligence Checklist in Palma
| What We Check | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Title Deed (Escritura Pública) | Confirms the seller is the legal owner |
| Land Registry (Nota Simple) | Reveals charges, mortgages, liens |
| Catastro Record | Verifies square meters, zoning use |
| Urban Planning Certificate | Confirms construction legality and buildability |
| Licenses & Permits | Required for renovations or pool use |
| Community of Owners Debts | Buyer inherits unpaid fees |
| IBI & Local Taxes | Ensures no outstanding tax debt |
| Energy Certificate | Legally required for sale |
| Occupancy Certificate (Cédula de Habitabilidad) | Verifies habitability |
💼 We liaise with the Balearic government, local municipalities, and registries on your behalf.
✍️ Reviewing the Arras Contract
The arras contract is the preliminary agreement that locks in the deal — but it’s also legally binding, and poorly drafted versions often favor the seller.
We:
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Draft or revise the contract
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Ensure fair deposit conditions (typically 10%)
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Include financing or due diligence clauses
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Prevent legal traps that could cost you thousands
🖋️ Notary Day & Escritura Signing
At the notary, you (or your lawyer via Power of Attorney) will sign the final deed of sale. Before that:
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We verify all terms and payments
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Arrange translations and certifications
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Ensure mortgage (if any) is cleared
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Secure full compliance with Spanish and Balearic law
✅ Once signed and paid, the property becomes legally yours.
🏛️ Property Registration & Cadastre Update
After the notary appointment, we:
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File the escritura with the Land Registry
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Update the Catastro records
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Notify the tax office (ATIB) and pay applicable taxes
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Deliver a full digital legal file with all confirmations
🌍 Can I Do It All Remotely?
Yes. Most foreign buyers complete the process without visiting Spain by granting us Power of Attorney.
We manage:
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NIE application
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Bank account coordination
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Full due diligence & contract review
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Notary representation
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Registration, taxes, and utility setup
🛡️ 100% legal and secure. Trusted by international clients worldwide.
🧑⚖️ Why Work with Borderless Lawyers in Palma?
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Independent buyer-side legal representation
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Bilingual team with expertise in Mallorca property
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Remote-friendly legal process
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Transparent fees — no surprise costs
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We protect your rights, time, and investment
📞 Ready to Start the Legal Process?
Let our legal team in Palma de Mallorca make your purchase stress-free, secure, and fully compliant.