Can foreigners buy houses 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 house 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 house in Spain?

Yes. You will want a bank account in Spain once you have bought your house in Barcelona. 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 Barcelona, Spain

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Three-storey villa with a swimming pool and an elevator in a residence with tennis courts, 150 meters from the sea, close to Barcelona for 3,500,000 €

With swimming pool

Three-storey villa with a swimming pool and an elevator in a residence with tennis courts, 150 meters from the sea, close to Barcelona

3,500,000 €

£2,904,000

Total area 750 m²Land area: 1,000 m²5 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Townhome 806 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 1,295,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 806 m² in Barcelona, Spain

1,295,000 €

£1,075,000

Total area 806 m²Land area: 1,130 m²8 bathrooms

Sea view

Аpartments with views of the sea, mountains and golf course, Costa del Sol

From 380,000 €

Swimming pool Underground parking Golf course Private garden Terrace

Townhome 379 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 996,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 379 m² in Barcelona, Spain

996,000 €

£826,000

Total area 379 m²Land area: 652 m²4 bathrooms

Townhome 754 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 3,600,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 754 m² in Barcelona, Spain

3,600,000 €

£2,987,000

Total area 754 m²Land area: 1,000 m²8 bathrooms

Luminous chalet with a swimming pool, a guest house and a garden in the quiet town of Castellvi de Rosanes, Spain for 1,100,000 €

Luminous chalet with a swimming pool, a guest house and a garden in the quiet town of Castellvi de Rosanes, Spain

1,100,000 €

£913,000

Total area 349 m²Land area: 20,000 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Townhome 380 m² in Canet de Mar, Spain for 850,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 380 m² in Canet de Mar, Spain

850,000 €

£705,000

Total area 380 m²Land area: 1,000 m²3 bathrooms

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Townhome 900 m² in Pedralbes, Spain for 10,000,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 900 m² in Pedralbes, Spain

10,000,000 €

£8,298,000

Total area 900 m²Land area: 1,500 m²8 bathrooms

Townhome 385 m² in Sant Vicenç de Montalt, Spain for 990,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 385 m² in Sant Vicenç de Montalt, Spain

990,000 €

£821,000

Total area 385 m²Land area: 804 m²3 bathrooms

Townhome 450 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain for 1,950,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Townhome 450 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain

1,950,000 €

£1,618,000

Total area 450 m²Land area: 511 m²4 bathrooms

Townhome 706 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain for 2,950,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 706 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain

2,950,000 €

£2,448,000

Total area 706 m²Land area: 760 m²4 bathrooms

How to get an RP in Spain?

Buy real estate worth at least 500,000 euros

One or more properties with a total value of 500,000 €. Residential and commercial real estate is suitable.
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Applicant requirements

Applicant must be over 18 years old. Must confirm funding sources. Have no convictions in the last five years.
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RP benefits

Processing within 2–3 months. Visa-free Schengen countries. No permanent residence requirement. RP for the entire family. Right to work.
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Townhome 288 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 1,250,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 288 m² in Barcelona, Spain

1,250,000 €

£1,037,000

Total area 288 m²2 bathrooms

Townhome 782 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain for 5,000,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 782 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain

5,000,000 €

£4,149,000

Total area 782 m²6 bathrooms

Townhome 512 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 2,250,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 512 m² in Barcelona, Spain

2,250,000 €

£1,867,000

Total area 512 m²Land area: 900 m²6 bathrooms

Townhome 686 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain for 4,600,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 686 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain

4,600,000 €

£3,817,000

Total area 686 m²Land area: 1,000 m²7 bathrooms

Townhome 360 m² in Sant Vicenç de Montalt, Spain for 1,950,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 360 m² in Sant Vicenç de Montalt, Spain

1,950,000 €

£1,618,000

Total area 360 m²Land area: 2,650 m²5 bathrooms

Townhome 496 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 970,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 496 m² in Barcelona, Spain

970,000 €

£805,000

Total area 496 m²6 bathrooms

Townhome 230 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 595,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 230 m² in Barcelona, Spain

595,000 €

£494,000

Total area 230 m²Land area: 480 m²3 bathrooms

Townhome 424 m² in Arenys de Mar, Spain for 1,100,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 424 m² in Arenys de Mar, Spain

1,100,000 €

£913,000

Total area 424 m²6 bathrooms

Townhome 360 m² in Arenys de Mar, Spain for 875,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 360 m² in Arenys de Mar, Spain

875,000 €

£726,000

Total area 360 m²5 bathrooms

Townhome 600 m² in Arenys de Mar, Spain for 1,990,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 600 m² in Arenys de Mar, Spain

1,990,000 €

£1,651,000

Total area 600 m²Land area: 19,000 m²

Townhome 520 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain for 3,900,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 520 m² in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, Spain

3,900,000 €

£3,236,000

Total area 520 m²5 bathrooms

Townhome 810 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 2,850,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 810 m² in Barcelona, Spain

2,850,000 €

£2,365,000

Total area 810 m²Land area: 6,150 m²4 bathrooms

Townhome 275 m² in Vilassar de Mar, Spain for 895,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Townhome 275 m² in Vilassar de Mar, Spain

895,000 €

£743,000

Total area 275 m²Land area: 411 m²4 bathrooms

Townhome 483 m² in Barcelona, Spain for 945,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 483 m² in Barcelona, Spain

945,000 €

£784,000

Total area 483 m²

Townhome 221 m² in Sant Pere de Ribes, Spain for 770,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome 221 m² in Sant Pere de Ribes, Spain

770,000 €

£639,000

Total area 221 m²Land area: 400 m²

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Keeping it in the family: three sisters buy a flat in Torrevieja
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Golden visas and marinas: yacht-aficionado buys luxury villa in Spain
Eugene, chief executive of a major Russian company, first considered buying property abroad when he took up yachting. We talked to him after he bought a villa in Catalonia near a marina.
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Owning property in Spain: a British perspective
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