Can foreigners buy property in Barcelona?

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 Barcelona?

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 Barelona. Buy real estate in Barcelona, Spain from 135,000 €

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New two-bedroom apartment in Les Corts, Barcelona, Spain for 505,000 €

New two-bedroom apartment in Les Corts, Barcelona, Spain

505,000 €

£448,000

Total area 72 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Two-bedroom apartment in a new building with a swimming pool, Les Corts, Barcelona, Spain for 510,000 €

Two-bedroom apartment in a new building with a swimming pool, Les Corts, Barcelona, Spain

510,000 €

£453,000

Total area 72 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Off-plan property

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

470,000 €

Estimated completion Q3 of 2018

Two-bedroom apartment in a new building, in Les Corts, Barcelona, Spain for 490,000 €

Two-bedroom apartment in a new building, in Les Corts, Barcelona, Spain

490,000 €

£435,000

Total area 72 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Three-room apartment with a terrace and a garden in a new house, Eixample Esquerra, Barcelona, Spain for 570,000 €

Three-room apartment with a terrace and a garden in a new house, Eixample Esquerra, Barcelona, Spain

570,000 €

£506,000

Total area 97 m²Land area: 30 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Renovated apartment in an original building of the 19th century with an elevator, in the prestigious Gothic Quarter, Barcelona, Spain for 605,000 €

Renovated apartment in an original building of the 19th century with an elevator, in the prestigious Gothic Quarter, Barcelona, Spain

605,000 €

£537,000

Total area 89 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

High-quality apartment in a renovated building with picturesque views, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain for 260,000 €

High-quality apartment in a renovated building with picturesque views, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain

260,000 €

£231,000

Total area 46 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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New apartment in a historic building, in the center of Barcelona, Spain for 380,000 €

New apartment in a historic building, in the center of Barcelona, Spain

380,000 €

£337,000

Total area 63 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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Two-bedroom penthouse in a renovated building, Barcelona, Spain for 625,000 €

Two-bedroom penthouse in a renovated building, Barcelona, Spain

625,000 €

£555,000

Total area 81 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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Beachfront duplex apartment with two entrances, Sant Pol de Mar, Spain for 680,000 €

Beachfront duplex apartment with two entrances, Sant Pol de Mar, Spain

680,000 €

£604,000

Total area 150 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Modern apartment with a balcony in a renovated historic building, in the Gothic Quarter, Barcelona, Spain for 465,000 €

Modern apartment with a balcony in a renovated historic building, in the Gothic Quarter, Barcelona, Spain

465,000 €

£413,000

Total area 70 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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One-bedroom apartment in a renovated building, in the historic center of Barcelona, Spain for 335,000 €

One-bedroom apartment in a renovated building, in the historic center of Barcelona, Spain

335,000 €

£297,000

Total area 47 m²1 bedroom1 bathroom

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Three-storey house with a swimming pool, a garden and picturesque views near the beach, Sant Vicenç de Montalt, Spain for 745,000 €

Three-storey house with a swimming pool, a garden and picturesque views near the beach, Sant Vicenç de Montalt, Spain

745,000 €

£662,000

Total area 441 m²Land area: 831 m²6 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Modern apartment in a new residential complex, Barcelona, Spain for 202,000 €

Modern apartment in a new residential complex, Barcelona, Spain

202,000 €

£179,000

Total area 79 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

New apartment near the beach, Barcelona, Spain for 411,000 €

New apartment near the beach, Barcelona, Spain

411,000 €

£365,000

Total area 81 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Bright apartment in a residence with a parking, Barcelona, Spain for 428,000 €

Bright apartment in a residence with a parking, Barcelona, Spain

428,000 €

£380,000

Total area 95 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Two-bedroom apartment with a balcony in a historic building, in the center of Barcelona, Spain for 400,000 €

Two-bedroom apartment with a balcony in a historic building, in the center of Barcelona, Spain

400,000 €

£355,000

Total area 63 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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Two-bedroom apartment in an ancient building, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain for 500,000 €

Two-bedroom apartment in an ancient building, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain

500,000 €

£444,000

Total area 76 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Modern apartment in a restored building, in the historic center of Barcelona, Spain for 655,000 €

Modern apartment in a restored building, in the historic center of Barcelona, Spain

655,000 €

£582,000

Total area 87 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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Two-bedroom penthouse in a renovated building, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain for 650,000 €

Two-bedroom penthouse in a renovated building, Eixample, Barcelona, Spain

650,000 €

£577,000

Total area 120 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Villa – Cabrera de Mar, Catalonia, Spain for 760,000 €

With swimming pool

Villa – Cabrera de Mar, Catalonia, Spain

760,000 €

£675,000

Total area 375 m²Land area: 1,580 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Three-storey townhouse near the sandy beach, with a terrace and sea views in the resort town of Sant Pol de Mar, Barcelona, Catalonia for 380,000 €

Sea view

Three-storey townhouse near the sandy beach, with a terrace and sea views in the resort town of Sant Pol de Mar, Barcelona, Catalonia

380,000 €

£337,000

Total area 200 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Stylish apartment with a terrace, in a modern residential complex, near the historical center of the city, Sant Gervasi, Barcelona, Spain for 1,365,000 €

Stylish apartment with a terrace, in a modern residential complex, near the historical center of the city, Sant Gervasi, Barcelona, Spain

1,365,000 €

£1,212,000

Total area 226 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Luxurious apartment in a historic Art Nouveau building in the prestigious Eixample district, Barcelona, Spain for 1,500,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Luxurious apartment in a historic Art Nouveau building in the prestigious Eixample district, Barcelona, Spain

1,500,000 €

£1,332,000

Total area 120 m²1 bedroom1 bathroom

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Three-level villa with a tourist license in the Olympic Village, Barcelona, Spain. High profitability! for 640,000 €

Three-level villa with a tourist license in the Olympic Village, Barcelona, Spain. High profitability!

640,000 €

£568,000

Total area 124 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Bright flat with a balcony in a cosy residence, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain for 333,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Bright flat with a balcony in a cosy residence, Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

333,000 €

£296,000

Total area 70 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

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