Can foreigners buy houses in Marbella?

Yes. There are no restrictions on buying property in Spain , whether it's commercial, residential or land. In fact, Spain encourages investment by foreigners, both resident and non-resident. You will require a financial number which can acquire by visiting a police station with your passport.

How do I buy a house in Marbella?

The process of buying a property in Spain usually runs as follows. First, the buyer makes an offer, usually through the seller's real estate agent. If this is accepted, then the buyer and seller sign a preliminary contract (contrato privado de compravento) and the buyer pays a deposit, typically 10% of the purchase price. Then the agent helps to organise property check and if there're no burdens or restrictions, a final sales contract is prepared.

Do I need a Spanish bank account to buy a house in Spain?

Yes. You will want a bank account in Spain once you have bought your house in Marbella. This will enable you to set up direct debits and standing orders to pay for your utilities and bills .

Can I get a mortgage in Spain?

Yes. Although to get a mortgage in Spain you need NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjeros). If you're in Spain, you can start the NIE application process at any local police station. Outside of Spain, the best way to apply for an NIE is to contact your local Spanish consulate.

What is a Spanish residence permit?

A long-term residence permit allows you to stay in Spain indefinitely, working or otherwise, under the same conditions as Spanish citizens. You can apply for Spanish nationality after 10 years of residence in Spain.

How do I get a residence permit in Spain?

Dedending on type (for students, for investors, etc.) you can obtain Spanish residence permit at Foreigner’s Office in Spain or at Spanish Consulate in your country of residence.

How long does it take to get residency in Spain?

The terms are based on the type of the residence (for students, for investors, etc.). Some of them can be obtained in less than one month.

Can I get residency in Spain if I buy property?

Yes. If you buy property in Spain you can get a Spanish residency permit, which allows you to live in Europe. The only challenge is the paperwork, and you must invest at least 500,000€.

How can I get permanent residency in Spain?

You can get permanent residency in Spain after 5 years of legal residence.

How long does it take to become a citizen in Spain?

The standard criteria for citizenship in Spain is 10 years of legal residence. There are reduced terms (1, 2 or 5 years) for residency based on naturalization, origin, option, etc.

Houses for sale in Marbella. Buy villas in Marbella, Spain

New villa with large terraces, a pool and a garden, near the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain for 1,043,000 €

New villa with large terraces, a pool and a garden, near the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain

1,043,000 €

Total area 553 m²Land area: 553 m²3 bedrooms4 bathrooms

553 m², 3 bedrooms, villa + plot 553 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

1,043,000 €

New comfortable villa of one of four types presented with a modern finish, three or two large terraces, a swimming... Read more

Luxury modern villa with stunning sea views, Elviria, Marbella, Spain for 3,500,000 €

Luxury modern villa with stunning sea views, Elviria, Marbella, Spain

3,500,000 €

Total area 955 m²Land area: 3,000 m²8 bedrooms8 bathrooms

955 m², 8 bedrooms, villa + plot 3,000 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

3,500,000 €

A luxurious and spacious villa on plot of 3000 m² in a beautiful and peaceful location in East Marbella. Boasting stunning... Read more

Off-plan property

New building in center of Barcelona with panoramic views, garden and pool

470,000 €

Estimated completion Q3 of 2018

Spacious villa with a plot, a pool, a parking and terraces, Marbella, Spain for 3,590,000 €

Spacious villa with a plot, a pool, a parking and terraces, Marbella, Spain

3,590,000 €

Total area 385 m²Land area: 1,539 m²5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

385 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,539 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

3,590,000 €

A charming villa has been recently renovated using the highest quality materials. This is a modern and elegant house... Read more

Modern villa with a garden, a pool, a relaxation area, a terrace and a garage, Marbella, Spain

1,950,000 €

Total area 633 m²Land area: 1,182 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

633 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,182 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

1,950,000 €

A villa is built using high quality specifications and offers a chic vacation. The house has a spacious terrace with... Read more

Comfortable villa with a terrace, a pool and sea views, near the golf course and the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain for 1,300,000 €

Comfortable villa with a terrace, a pool and sea views, near the golf course and the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain

1,300,000 €

Total area 239 m²Land area: 745 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

239 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 745 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

1,300,000 €

Comfortable, furnished villa with a quality finish, a spacious terrace, a balcony, sea views, a swimming pool, a garage... Read more

Lovely villa in a small complex called Las Clivias in Cerrado de Elviria, East Marbella for 649,000 €

Lovely villa in a small complex called Las Clivias in Cerrado de Elviria, East Marbella

649,000 €

Total area 199 m²Land area: 360 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

199 m², 3 bedrooms, villa + plot 360 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

649,000 €

Lovely villa in a small complex called Las Clivias in Cerrado de Elviria, East Marbella. The house offers two levels... Read more

Fabulous Mediterranean Villa, Marbella Golden Mile, Marbella for 1,995,000 €

Fabulous Mediterranean Villa, Marbella Golden Mile, Marbella

1,995,000 €

Total area 420 m²Land area: 4,210 m²7 bedrooms1 bathroom

420 m², 7 bedrooms, villa + plot 4,210 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

1,995,000 €

Have you ever been to a place that's so perfectly pretty, it seems as though you've walked straight into a postcard? Well... Read more

Spacious villa with a garden, a backyard, a pool, a barbecue area, a patio, a terrace and a garage, Marbella, Spain for 8,950,000 €

Spacious villa with a garden, a backyard, a pool, a barbecue area, a patio, a terrace and a garage, Marbella, Spain

8,950,000 €

Total area 5,790 m²Land area: 5,790 m²10 bedrooms8 bathrooms

5,790 m², 10 bedrooms, villa + plot 5,790 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

8,950,000 €

A villa is located just 200 meters from the beach. The house is surrounded by a large and mature garden, with more... Read more

Farm with spacious villa, plantations, gardens, a pool, a stables, a garage and sea and mountain views, Marbella, Spain for 8,500,000 €

Farm with spacious villa, plantations, gardens, a pool, a stables, a garage and sea and mountain views, Marbella, Spain

8,500,000 €

Total area 976 m²Land area: 50,000 m²9 bedrooms7 bathrooms

976 m², 9 bedrooms, agricultural

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

8,500,000 €

An elegant villa of 976 m² is located in the very center of the Golden Mile on a plot of 50,000 m². In the territory... Read more

Luxury villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage, terraces and sea and mountain views, Marbella, Spain for 2,300,000 €

Luxury villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage, terraces and sea and mountain views, Marbella, Spain

2,300,000 €

Total area 470 m²Land area: 1,187 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

470 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,187 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2,300,000 €

This is one of two luxury villas in one of the best closed complexes over the Golden Mile with 24-hour security. In the residential... Read more

Comfortable villa with two terraces, a pool and sea views, on the first line to the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain for 1,390,000 €

Comfortable villa with two terraces, a pool and sea views, on the first line to the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain

1,390,000 €

Total area 350 m²Land area: 390 m²5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

350 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 390 m²

Nueva Andalucia, Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

1,390,000 €

Comfortable, furnished villa with a quality finish, two terraces, panoramic sea views, a swimming pool, a covered parking... Read more

Bright villa with a terrace, a pool and sea views, near the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain for 2,000,000 €

Bright villa with a terrace, a pool and sea views, near the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain

2,000,000 €

Total area 500 m²Land area: 1,500 m²5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

500 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,500 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2,000,000 €

Comfortable, furnished villa with a quality finish, a terrace, a balcony, panoramic sea views, a swimming pool, a garage... Read more

Luxurious Villa on the beachside near Marbella with beautiful garden and pool for 2,700,000 €

Luxurious Villa on the beachside near Marbella with beautiful garden and pool

2,700,000 €

Total area 540 m²Land area: 1,000 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

540 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,000 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2,700,000 €

Large villa in perfect condition on the beachside at Las Chapas with underfloor heating. On the groundfloor there is... Read more

Spacious villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage, a terrace and sea and mountain views, Marbella, Spain for 2,550,000 €

Spacious villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage, a terrace and sea and mountain views, Marbella, Spain

2,550,000 €

Total area 495 m²Land area: 1,744 m²5 bedrooms6 bathrooms

495 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,744 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2,550,000 €

A spacious four-level villa with brickwork, designed by a Persian architect, perfectly combines classic and modern... Read more

Comfortable villa with a terrace, a pool and sea views in a prestigious residence, near the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain for 4,200,000 €

Comfortable villa with a terrace, a pool and sea views in a prestigious residence, near the beach, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain

4,200,000 €

Total area 1,300 m²Land area: 2,450 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

1,300 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 2,450 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

4,200,000 €

Comfortable furnished villa with a modern finish, a large covered terrace of 180 m², panoramic sea and mountain views... Read more

Cozy villa with a terrace, a pool and sea views in a prestigious residence, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain for 1,925,000 €

Cozy villa with a terrace, a pool and sea views in a prestigious residence, Marbella, Costa del Sol, Spain

1,925,000 €

Total area 577 m²Land area: 1,024 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

577 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,024 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

1,925,000 €

Comfortable furnished villa with a modern finish, a terrace, panoramic sea and mountain views, a heated swimming pool... Read more

New villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage and terraces, Marbella, Spain for 985,000 €

New villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage and terraces, Marbella, Spain

985,000 €

Total area 620 m²Land area: 826 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

620 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 826 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

3 floor

985,000 €

A new three-storey villa with a private garden and a swimming pool 8x4 m. The ground floor has an entrance hall with... Read more

Cozy villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage and sea and mountain views, Marbella, Spain for 2,280,000 €

Cozy villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage and sea and mountain views, Marbella, Spain

2,280,000 €

Total area 730 m²Land area: 1,480 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

730 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,480 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2,280,000 €

A villa is located in a closed and secure urbanization on an elevated site from which a magnificent view of the sea... Read more

Comfortable villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage, a terrace and a sea view, Marbella, Spain for 1,950,000 €

Comfortable villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage, a terrace and a sea view, Marbella, Spain

1,950,000 €

Total area 726 m²Land area: 2,005 m²5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

726 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 2,005 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

1,950,000 €

Located in the prestigious Hacienda district of Las Chapas, east of Marbella, this elegant south-west villa is bordered... Read more

Villa – Marbella, Andalusia, Spain for 2,450,000 €

Villa – Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2,450,000 €

Total area 936 m²Land area: 1,871 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

936 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,871 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2,450,000 €

New built villa, ready to move in. Top quality, spacious and located in a residential quiet area. East to west facing.... Read more

Beautiful villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage and a sea view, Marbella, Spain

2,450,000 €

Total area 647 m²Land area: 1,515 m²4 bedrooms5 bathrooms

647 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,515 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2,450,000 €

A beautiful villa located on the top of a hill, on the east side of Marbella, overlooking the west coast. The villa... Read more

FANTASTIC VILLA & GUEST APARTMENT ELVIRIA MARBELLA EAST for 1,495,000 €

FANTASTIC VILLA & GUEST APARTMENT ELVIRIA MARBELLA EAST

1,495,000 €

Total area 360 m²Land area: 1,440 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

360 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,440 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

2 floor

1,495,000 €

Very beautifull and cozy family villa in Elviria. Partly renovated and ready to move in. Quiet and private, south to west... Read more

Modern villa with a private garden, a pool, a terrace and a sea view, Marbella, Spain for 3,150,000 €

Modern villa with a private garden, a pool, a terrace and a sea view, Marbella, Spain

3,150,000 €

Total area 551 m²Land area: 1,892 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

551 m², 5 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,892 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

3,150,000 €

A modern villa in Altos de Puente Romano on the Golden Mile in Marbella, in a gated community with 24-hour security.... Read more

Comfortable villa with a private pool, a garage, terraces and sea views, Marbella, Spain for 1,495,000 €

Comfortable villa with a private pool, a garage, terraces and sea views, Marbella, Spain

1,495,000 €

Total area 431 m²Land area: 522 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

431 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 522 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

1,495,000 €

A classic style villa is located in a cul-de-sac, close to the center of Marbella with a southern orientation, overlooking... Read more

Wonderful opportunity on the beach side of Elviria. Refurbished single level Andalucian style villa. for 795,000 €

Wonderful opportunity on the beach side of Elviria. Refurbished single level Andalucian style villa.

795,000 €

Total area 175 m²Land area: 665 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

175 m², 3 bedrooms, villa + plot 665 m²

Marbella, Andalusia, Spain

795,000 €

Significantly reduced to sell! Exclusive small unique private sunny complex, situated on the beach side of Elviria... Read more

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