If you’re buying property in Ibiza as a foreigner, the Número de Identidad de Extranjero (NIE) is your first legal requirement. Without it, you can’t pay taxes, sign the deed, or even open a Spanish bank account.
At Borderless Lawyers, we obtain NIEs for our clients quickly — even if you’re not in Spain.
📌 What Is an NIE?
The NIE is a tax identification number for foreigners in Spain. You’ll need it for:
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Purchasing real estate
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Opening a Spanish bank account
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Paying taxes (ITP, IVA, plusvalía)
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Utility setup
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Registering ownership at the Land Registry
📝 How to Apply for an NIE in Ibiza
You can apply:
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In person at Ibiza’s police station (CNP Oficina de Extranjería)
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At a Spanish consulate abroad
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Via Power of Attorney — the fastest and easiest method
✅ At Borderless Lawyers, most of our clients opt for the POA route, so they don’t need to travel just for paperwork.
📄 Required Documents
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Copy of your passport
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Signed application form (EX-15)
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Reason for application: property purchase
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Appointment confirmation (if applying in person)
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POA if applying remotely
⏱️ How Long Does It Take?
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Via POA: 1–2 weeks
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In person: Depends on appointment availability
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At consulate: 2–4 weeks on average
Ibiza’s summer high season causes longer delays, so plan early.
🛑 Mistakes to Avoid
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Using the wrong NIE form or reason (e.g. tourism)
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Booking at the wrong Extranjería office
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Not getting the POA properly notarized and apostilled
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Trying to apply during summer without an appointment
💼 What We Do
At Borderless Lawyers, we:
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Draft and legalize your POA
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Complete the NIE application
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Submit it locally at the Ibiza office
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Send you the official NIE certificate by email and courier
✅ One-time flat fee. Full legal oversight.
💬 Final Word
Getting your NIE in Ibiza is the first legal step to buying property — but delays and missteps are common. With Power of Attorney, we handle the entire process while you remain abroad.
📞 Contact us now to start your NIE application and move forward with your Ibiza property purchase.