Can foreigners buy houses in Catalonia?

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 Catalonia?

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 Catalonia. 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.

Villas for sale in Catalonia. Buy houses in Catalonia, Spain

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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 €

£642,000

Total area 441 m²Land area: 831 m²6 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Two-storey villa with a garden, a swimming pool and a garage, Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Spain for 1,800,000 €

Two-storey villa with a garden, a swimming pool and a garage, Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Spain

1,800,000 €

£1,550,000

Total area 385 m²Land area: 2,000 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Off-plan property

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

470,000 €

Estimated completion Q3 of 2018

Two-storey villa with a swimming pool and a garden in a quiet area, Argentona, Spain for 750,000 €

Two-storey villa with a swimming pool and a garden in a quiet area, Argentona, Spain

750,000 €

£646,000

Total area 350 m²Land area: 850 m²4 bedrooms5 bathrooms

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

With swimming pool

Villa – Cabrera de Mar, Catalonia, Spain

760,000 €

£654,000

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

Comfortable house with a pool, a terrace and a beautiful garden, Palau de Girona, Spain for 1,900,000 €

With swimming pool

Comfortable house with a pool, a terrace and a beautiful garden, Palau de Girona, Spain

1,900,000 €

£1,636,000

Total area 600 m²Land area: 2,100 m²6 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Elite villa near the sea, Barcelona, Spain for 3,500,000 €

Elite villa near the sea, Barcelona, Spain

3,500,000 €

£3,014,000

Total area 750 m²Land area: 1,000 m²5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

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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 €

£551,000

Total area 124 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Townhome – Lloret de Mar, Catalonia, Spain for 650,000 €

With swimming pool

Townhome – Lloret de Mar, Catalonia, Spain

650,000 €

£560,000

Total area 200 m²Land area: 800 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Villa – Lloret de Mar, Catalonia, Spain for 490,000 €

With swimming pool

Villa – Lloret de Mar, Catalonia, Spain

490,000 €

£422,000

Total area 320 m²Land area: 900 m²8 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Fantastic house with 4 double bedrooms and views of the sea and Lloret in the urbanization Los Pinares for 410,000 €

Fantastic house with 4 double bedrooms and views of the sea and Lloret in the urbanization Los Pinares

410,000 €

£353,000

Total area 240 m²Land area: 1,000 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

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Modern villa with a terrace with a seaview, Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava, Spain for 580,000 €

With swimming pool

Modern villa with a terrace with a seaview, Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava, Spain

580,000 €

£499,000

Total area 180 m²Land area: 800 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Furnished villa with a garden, pools, a garage, in a quiet area, at 100 m from the beach, L'Ametlla de Mar, Tarragona, Spain. Price reduced! for 2,000,000 €

With swimming pool

Furnished villa with a garden, pools, a garage, in a quiet area, at 100 m from the beach, L'Ametlla de Mar, Tarragona, Spain. Price reduced!

2,000,000 €

£1,722,000

Total area 350 m²Land area: 1,040 m²4 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Majestic house of the 19th century with a swimming pool, a terrace and a garden in Torrent, Girona, Spain for 1,300,000 €

With swimming pool

Majestic house of the 19th century with a swimming pool, a terrace and a garden in Torrent, Girona, Spain

1,300,000 €

£1,119,000

Total area 300 m²Land area: 200 m²2 bedrooms3 bathrooms

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Villa – Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain for 495,000 €

With swimming pool

Villa – Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain

495,000 €

£426,000

Total area 180 m²Land area: 350 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

New premium villa with a garden and a garage in a gated residence with a pool, a gym and tennis courts, Tarragona, Spain for 500,000 €

With swimming pool

New premium villa with a garden and a garage in a gated residence with a pool, a gym and tennis courts, Tarragona, Spain

500,000 €

£430,000

Total area 250 m²Land area: 550 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Villa – Torredembarra, Catalonia, Spain for 315,000 €

With swimming pool

Villa – Torredembarra, Catalonia, Spain

315,000 €

£271,000

Total area 130 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Four-bedroom villa with a garden and with direct access to the sea, Torredembarra, Catalonia, Spain for 480,000 €

With garden

Four-bedroom villa with a garden and with direct access to the sea, Torredembarra, Catalonia, Spain

480,000 €

£413,000

Total area 250 m²Land area: 500 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

New villa with pool and garden in a unique location on the seafront in Cambrils, Costa Dorada for 1,400,000 €

With swimming pool

New villa with pool and garden in a unique location on the seafront in Cambrils, Costa Dorada

1,400,000 €

£1,206,000

Total area 420 m²Land area: 525 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

We organise online viewings on request

Three-level villa with a pool and panoramic views in Castelldefels, Barcelona, Spain for 1,300,000 €

Three-level villa with a pool and panoramic views in Castelldefels, Barcelona, Spain

1,300,000 €

£1,119,000

Total area 407 m²Land area: 723 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

3 months ago

Three-level villa with a pool and a garage, 800 m from the beach, Castelldefels, Barcelona, Spain for 775,000 €

Three-level villa with a pool and a garage, 800 m from the beach, Castelldefels, Barcelona, Spain

775,000 €

£667,000

Total area 363 m²Land area: 633 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

3 months ago

Bright villa with a terrace, a pool and a well-kept plot, near the beach, Calafell, Catalonia, Spain for 275,000 €

With swimming pool

Bright villa with a terrace, a pool and a well-kept plot, near the beach, Calafell, Catalonia, Spain

275,000 €

£237,000

Total area 150 m²Land area: 700 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

New high-quality villa with picturesque views in a prestigious residence with a gym, a swimming pool and a tennis court, Tarragona, Spain for 494,000 €

With swimming pool

New high-quality villa with picturesque views in a prestigious residence with a gym, a swimming pool and a tennis court, Tarragona, Spain

494,000 €

£425,000

Total area 187 m²Land area: 620 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Furnished villa with a garage near beaches, Lloret de Mar, Spain for 160,000 €

Furnished villa with a garage near beaches, Lloret de Mar, Spain

160,000 €

£138,000

Total area 140 m²Land area: 600 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

We organise online viewings on request

New villa with a garage in a guarded residence with a restaurant, a tennis court and a golf course, Tarragona, Spain for 505,000 €

With swimming pool

New villa with a garage in a guarded residence with a restaurant, a tennis court and a golf course, Tarragona, Spain

505,000 €

£435,000

Total area 193 m²Land area: 650 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Modern villa with a view of the mountains in a prestigious guarded residence with a pool, a tennis court and a golf course, Tarragona, Spain for 421,000 €

With swimming pool

Modern villa with a view of the mountains in a prestigious guarded residence with a pool, a tennis court and a golf course, Tarragona, Spain

421,000 €

£363,000

Total area 145 m²Land area: 600 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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