Can foreigners buy property in Tenerife?

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 property in Tenerife?

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 property in Spain?

Yes. You will want a bank account in Spain once you have bought your Spanish property. 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.

Property for sale in Tenerife, Spain from 79,000 €

Two-storey villa with two terraces, a pool, a patio and a garage, Costa Adeje, Spain for 1,075,000 €

With swimming pool

Two-storey villa with two terraces, a pool, a patio and a garage, Costa Adeje, Spain

1,075,000 €

£962,000

Total area 218 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

218 m², 3 bedrooms, villa

Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

1,075,000 €

A most beautiful villa is located in the city center, 100 meters from the beach of Troy. The property is partially... Read more

Villa-mini hotel with 4 apartments with sea view, near the beach, in a luxury area San Eugenio, Tenerife for 1,500,000 €

With swimming pool

Villa-mini hotel with 4 apartments with sea view, near the beach, in a luxury area San Eugenio, Tenerife

1,500,000 €

£1,343,000

Total area 243 m²

243 m², villa

Costa Adeje, Canary Islands, Spain

1,500,000 €

Modern two-storeyed villa is located in quiet luxury area, only 15 minutes from beach. It consists of 4 separate apartments... Read more

Off-plan property

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

470,000 €

Estimated completion Q3 of 2018

Villa – Callao Salvaje, Canary Islands, Spain for 1,499,000 €

With swimming pool

Villa – Callao Salvaje, Canary Islands, Spain

1,499,000 €

£1,342,000

Total area 210 m²Land area: 600 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

210 m², 4 bedrooms, villa + plot 600 m²

Callao Salvaje, Canary Islands, Spain

1,499,000 €

We offer for sale villa in the exclusive area, located on a rocky cliff of the ocean, with magnificent panoramic views... Read more

Modern villa with a large terrace, swimming pool and ocean views in Callao Salvaje, Tenerife for 400,000 €

With swimming pool

Modern villa with a large terrace, swimming pool and ocean views in Callao Salvaje, Tenerife

400,000 €

£358,000

Total area 400 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

400 m², 4 bedrooms, villa

Callao Salvaje, Canary Islands, Spain

400,000 €

We offer you a two-storey villa with ocean view in Callao Salvaje. Description Spacious house with an area of 281 м²... Read more

Fully furnished villa with ocean views, a garden and a garage near the resort of Playa de las Americas, Tenerife for 378,000 €

With garden

Fully furnished villa with ocean views, a garden and a garage near the resort of Playa de las Americas, Tenerife

378,000 €

£338,000

1 bedroom3 bathrooms

1 bedroom, villa

Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

378,000 €

Three-storey villa in Mirador del Madroñal. Description The villa consists of a living room, separate kitchen, three... Read more

Fully furnished villa with terrace, garden, pool and ocean view in Madroñal, Tenerife for 390,000 €

With swimming pool

Fully furnished villa with terrace, garden, pool and ocean view in Madroñal, Tenerife

390,000 €

£349,000

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

3 bedrooms, villa

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

390,000 €

Spacious villa with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and stunning views of the ocean, La Gomera and the coast. Description The villa... Read more

Furnished cottage with a garage, terraces and sea views in a residential complex with pools and a garden, La Quinta, Spain for 245,000 €

With swimming pool

Furnished cottage with a garage, terraces and sea views in a residential complex with pools and a garden, La Quinta, Spain

245,000 €

£219,000

Total area 130 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

130 m², 2 bedrooms, detached house

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

245,000 €

A cozy cottage in La Quinta with spectacular views of the sea and the Teide mountains has three floors. The house is... Read more

Four-story townhouse with terraces, a jacuzzi and a garage in a residential complex with a garden and three pools, Los Cristianos, Spain for 490,000 €

Sea view

Four-story townhouse with terraces, a jacuzzi and a garage in a residential complex with a garden and three pools, Los Cristianos, Spain

490,000 €

£439,000

Total area 325 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

325 m², 3 bedrooms, terraced house

Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

4 floor

490,000 €

A townhouse is located in one of the best new residential complexes, 300 meters from the ocean. The house is equipped... Read more

Three-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a relaxation area, a garage and a garden, Roque del Conde, Spain for 1,680,000 €

With swimming pool

Three-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a relaxation area, a garage and a garden, Roque del Conde, Spain

1,680,000 €

£1,504,000

Total area 759 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

759 m², 4 bedrooms, villa

Roque del Conde, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

1,680,000 €

A combining contemporary style with Mediterranean décor, this villa is located in an exclusive residential area. The house... Read more

Duplex penthouse with two terraces and a parking in a residential complex with a garden and three pools, Playa de la Arena, Spain for 320,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Duplex penthouse with two terraces and a parking in a residential complex with a garden and three pools, Playa de la Arena, Spain

320,000 €

£286,000

Total area 162 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

162 m², 3 bedrooms, penthouse

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

320,000 € 1,975 € per m²

A penthouse is located in a luxury residential complex and offers a terrace with panoramic views of the surroundings... Read more

Three-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a jacuzzi, a solarium, a garage and a garden, Costa Adeje, Spain for 2,490,000 €

With swimming pool

Three-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a jacuzzi, a solarium, a garage and a garden, Costa Adeje, Spain

2,490,000 €

£2,229,000

Total area 698 m²6 bedrooms6 bathrooms

698 m², 6 bedrooms, villa

Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

2,490,000 €

This villa is located in a prestigious area. The terraces of the house offer frontal views of the golf course and mountains.... Read more

Villa – Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain for 1,180,000 €

With swimming pool

Villa – Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

1,180,000 €

£1,056,000

Total area 432 m²4 bedrooms5 bathrooms

432 m², 4 bedrooms, villa

Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

1,180,000 €

Los Cristianos is a resort in the south of Tenerife, which is located in the south of the island, at the foot of the extinct... Read more

Three-story villa with a guest house, terraces, a backyard, a pool, a garage and a garden, Playa de las Americas, Spain for 3,500,000 €

With swimming pool

Three-story villa with a guest house, terraces, a backyard, a pool, a garage and a garden, Playa de las Americas, Spain

3,500,000 €

£3,133,000

Total area 905 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

905 m², 5 bedrooms, villa

Playa de las Americas, Canary Islands, Spain

3,500,000 €

A unique villa, which consists of the main and guest houses, is located in the area of Las Americas golf courses.... Read more

Three-storey villa with terraces, a solarium, a pool, a barbecue area, a garage and a garden, Roque del Conde, Spain for 1,950,000 €

With swimming pool

Three-storey villa with terraces, a solarium, a pool, a barbecue area, a garage and a garden, Roque del Conde, Spain

1,950,000 €

£1,745,000

Total area 512 m²Land area: 150 m²7 bedrooms7 bathrooms

512 m², 7 bedrooms, villa + plot 150 m²

Roque del Conde, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

1,950,000 €

A beautiful villa in a classic style with modern details was built in 2009. The property was completely renovated in 2017... Read more

Furnished villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage and terraces, Roque del Conde, Spain for 1,500,000 €

With swimming pool

Furnished villa with a private garden, a pool, a garage and terraces, Roque del Conde, Spain

1,500,000 €

£1,343,000

Total area 415 m²5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

415 m², 5 bedrooms, villa

Roque del Conde, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

1,500,000 €

A beautiful three-level furnished villa with panoramic views of the south coast has a large house area with a private... Read more

Two-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a patio, a jacuzzi, a garage and a garden, Tacoronte, Spain for 1,180,000 €

With swimming pool

Two-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a patio, a jacuzzi, a garage and a garden, Tacoronte, Spain

1,180,000 €

£1,056,000

Total area 608 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

608 m², 3 bedrooms, villa

Tacoronte, Canary Islands, Spain

1,180,000 €

This stunning villa is located opposite the cliff with stunning views of the sea, Teide and neighboring islands. The house... Read more

Duplex penthouse with two terraces and a parking in a residential complex with three pools and a garden, Santiago del Teide, Spain for 315,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Duplex penthouse with two terraces and a parking in a residential complex with three pools and a garden, Santiago del Teide, Spain

315,000 €

£282,000

Total area 162 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

162 m², 2 bedrooms, penthouse

Santiago del Teide, Canary Islands, Spain

2 floor

315,000 € 1,944 € per m²

A penthouse is located in a luxury residential complex and is equipped with two terraces with panoramic views of the Atlantic... Read more

Three-storey villa with terraces, a backyard, a pool, a jacuzzi, a patio, a barbecue area, a garage and a garden, Costa Adeje, Spain for 2,600,000 €

With swimming pool

Three-storey villa with terraces, a backyard, a pool, a jacuzzi, a patio, a barbecue area, a garage and a garden, Costa Adeje, Spain

2,600,000 €

£2,327,000

Total area 744 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

744 m², 4 bedrooms, villa

Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

2,600,000 €

A beautiful villa with panoramic views of the ocean and a golf course is located in the best area of the city. The house... Read more

Furnished apartment with a terrace and a parking in a residential complex with a swimming pool, Los Cristianos, Spain for 246,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Furnished apartment with a terrace and a parking in a residential complex with a swimming pool, Los Cristianos, Spain

246,000 €

£220,000

Total area 85 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

85 m², 3 bedrooms, apartment

Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

3 floor of 5

246,000 € 2,894 € per m²

An apartment is located on the second floor of a five-story building with an elevator, 100 meters walk from the Los... Read more

One-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a patio, a barbecue area, a parking and a garden, San Miguel de Abona, Spain for 745,000 €

With swimming pool

One-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a patio, a barbecue area, a parking and a garden, San Miguel de Abona, Spain

745,000 €

£667,000

Total area 198 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

198 m², 4 bedrooms, villa

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

745,000 €

A beautiful villa with stunning views of the ocean and neighboring islands is located in a quiet residential area. The house... Read more

One-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a jacuzzi, a patio, a barbecue area, a garage and a garden, Chayofa, Spain for 1,680,000 €

With swimming pool

One-storey villa with terraces, a pool, a jacuzzi, a patio, a barbecue area, a garage and a garden, Chayofa, Spain

1,680,000 €

£1,504,000

Total area 480 m²3 bedrooms4 bathrooms

480 m², 3 bedrooms, villa

Chayofa, Canary Islands, Spain

1,680,000 €

This Mediterranean-style villa is set in an exclusive area. The property was completely renovated in 2009. The house... Read more

Stone cottage with two terraces, a parking and a garden, Gia de Isora, Spain for 239,000 €

With swimming pool

Stone cottage with two terraces, a parking and a garden, Gia de Isora, Spain

239,000 €

£214,000

Total area 180 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

180 m², 4 bedrooms, detached house

Guia de Isora, Canary Islands, Spain

239,000 €

This family cottage is located in a quiet area. The house is equipped with a large terrace and a roof terrace of 45 m²... Read more

New villa with an incredible views of the mountains and the sea to the southwest from Araya, Tenerife, Spain for 355,000 €

With swimming pool

New villa with an incredible views of the mountains and the sea to the southwest from Araya, Tenerife, Spain

355,000 €

£318,000

Total area 326 m²Land area: 1,109 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

326 m², 3 bedrooms, villa + plot 1,109 m²

Candelaria, Canary Islands, Spain

355,000 €

Furnished villa with a terrace and a garden on top of Candelaria. In the territory there is a playground, possibility... Read more

New apartment with a terrace in a residential complex with a pool, a garden and a parking, Puerto de Santiago, Spain for 320,000 €

New apartment with a terrace in a residential complex with a pool, a garden and a parking, Puerto de Santiago, Spain

320,000 €

£286,000

Total area 134 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

134 m², 4 bedrooms, loft

Puerto de Santiago, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

320,000 € 2,388 € per m²

An apartment in a newly built house in Puerto de Santiago, municipality of Santiago del Teide, a 25-minute drive from... Read more

Four-level villa with terraces, a backyard, a swimming pool, a relaxation area and a garage, Costa Adeje, Spain for 1,000,000 €

With swimming pool

Four-level villa with terraces, a backyard, a swimming pool, a relaxation area and a garage, Costa Adeje, Spain

1,000,000 €

£895,000

Total area 600 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

600 m², 3 bedrooms, villa

Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

1,000,000 €

A furnished villa has various terraces and a large rooftop terrace with beautiful views of the ocean and mountains.... Read more

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