Can foreigners buy apartments in Costa Brava?

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 an apartment in Costa Brava?

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 an apartment in Spain?

Yes. You will want a bank account in Spain once you have bought your apartment in Costa Brava. 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. When buying a property, you can get a residence permit in Spain, which will allow you to legally reside in the country. At the moment, the most suitable program for obtaining a Spanish residence permit is a Non-Lucrative residence visa in Spain . The main requirement of the program is to provide sufficient financial guarantees, as well as the availability of housing in Spain. Until 2025, investors had the opportunity to apply for a golden visa to Spain when buying real estate starting from 500 thousand euros, and the program has been officially closed since April 2025.

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.

Apartments for sale in Costa Brava. Buy flats in Costa Brava, Spain

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Two-bedroom apartment with a large terrace at 200 meters from the beach, Lloret de Mar, Spain for 275,000 €

Two-bedroom apartment with a large terrace at 200 meters from the beach, Lloret de Mar, Spain

275,000 €

£232,000

Total area 97 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Two-bedroom apartment in a beautiful residence with a swimming pool, Lloret de Mar, Spain for 235,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Two-bedroom apartment in a beautiful residence with a swimming pool, Lloret de Mar, Spain

235,000 €

£199,000

Total area 82 m²2 bedrooms2 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

Penthouse with a panoramic sea view in a residence with two swimming pools, Lloret de Mar, Spain for 400,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with a panoramic sea view in a residence with two swimming pools, Lloret de Mar, Spain

400,000 €

£338,000

Total area 128 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Furnished duplex penthouse at 150 meters from the sea, Lloret de Mar, Spain for 375,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Furnished duplex penthouse at 150 meters from the sea, Lloret de Mar, Spain

375,000 €

£317,000

Total area 165 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Spacious apartment in a residence with a garden and a swimming pool, Lloret de Mar, Spain for 250,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Spacious apartment in a residence with a garden and a swimming pool, Lloret de Mar, Spain

250,000 €

£211,000

Total area 129 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Furnished duplex penthouse at 200 meters from tbeaches, Lloret de Mar, Spain for 285,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Furnished duplex penthouse at 200 meters from tbeaches, Lloret de Mar, Spain

285,000 €

£241,000

Total area 165 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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Exquisite apartments in an apart-hotel on the first line from Fenals beach, Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava, Spain for From 280,000 €

Exquisite apartments in an apart-hotel on the first line from Fenals beach, Lloret de Mar, Costa Brava, Spain

From 280,000 €

From £237,000

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One-bedroom apartment with a panoramic sea view directly in front of the promenade, Lloret de Mar, Spain for 207,000 €

With balcony/terrace

One-bedroom apartment with a panoramic sea view directly in front of the promenade, Lloret de Mar, Spain

207,000 €

£175,000

Total area 40 m²1 bedroom1 bathroom

We organise online viewings on request

Apartment 65 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain for 290,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 65 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain

290,000 €

£245,000

Total area 65 m²1 bathroom

Apartment 109 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain for 252,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 109 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain

252,000 €

£213,000

Total area 109 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 119 m² in Kalonji, Spain for 895,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 119 m² in Kalonji, Spain

895,000 €

£757,000

Total area 119 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 159 m² in Sant Feliu de Guixols, Spain for 995,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 159 m² in Sant Feliu de Guixols, Spain

995,000 €

£841,000

Total area 159 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 127 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain for 325,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 127 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain

325,000 €

£275,000

Total area 127 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 190 m² in Sant Feliu de Guixols, Spain for 890,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 190 m² in Sant Feliu de Guixols, Spain

890,000 €

£752,000

Total area 190 m²3 bathrooms

Apartment 130 m² in Tossa de Mar, Spain for 970,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 130 m² in Tossa de Mar, Spain

970,000 €

£820,000

Total area 130 m²3 bathrooms

Apartment 107 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain for 370,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 107 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain

370,000 €

£313,000

Total area 107 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 80 m² in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain for 749,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 80 m² in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain

749,000 €

£633,000

Total area 80 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 186 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain for 535,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 186 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain

535,000 €

£452,000

Total area 186 m²3 bathrooms

Apartment 82 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain for 630,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 82 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain

630,000 €

£533,000

Total area 82 m²1 bathroom

Apartment 238 m² in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain for 1,600,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 238 m² in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain

1,600,000 €

£1,353,000

Total area 238 m²5 bathrooms

Apartment 83 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain for 230,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 83 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain

230,000 €

£194,000

Total area 83 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 132 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain for 850,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 132 m² in Lloret de Mar, Spain

850,000 €

£719,000

Total area 132 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 128 m² in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain for 950,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 128 m² in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain

950,000 €

£803,000

Total area 128 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment 100 m² in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain for 900,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment 100 m² in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain

900,000 €

£761,000

Total area 100 m²2 bathrooms

Apartment in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain for 748,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment in Castell Platja d'Aro, Spain

748,000 €

£632,000

2 bathrooms

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25 April 2024
Tranio case: buying an apartment in Madrid and obtaining Spain Golden Visa
Today Spain is one of the most popular EU countries for obtaining a residency by investments. To participate in the Spain Golden Visa programme, an investor must invest more than 500 thousand euros in the state economy or...
24 January 2024
Tranio’s client experience: buying a second home on the Costa Blanca
Spanish real estate has consistently been in high demand in the past few decades.
02 September 2016
The quest for the Golden Visa: a Tranio.com client on buying a flat in Estepona, Spain
Tranio.com’s client describes buying a Spanish property to obtain a Golden Visa residence permit.
15 January 2016
Risk-free transaction: this Tranio client bought a foreclosed flat in Marbella
This buyer chose a foreclosed flat in Spain’s upmarket Marbella. She tells us why she decided on this property that didn’t even make it to her shortlist.
12 September 2015
Profitable pleasure: two months rent covers Tranio buyer’s yearly costs
Dmitry, an entrepreneur from Moscow, bought a holiday home in Alicante on the Costa Blanca in 2014 with Tranio. One year later, we met with him to see how things were going.
10 September 2015
Keeping it in the family: three sisters buy a flat in Torrevieja
It's easier to buy property abroad when your family is behind you. This is how three sisters in their early sixties, Irina and Marina and Irina bought a holiday home in Torrevieja.
25 August 2015
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.
17 July 2015
Owning property in Spain: a British perspective
Steve, an English expat in Moscow, Russia, bought a flat in Spain. Two years on, we asked him for the British perspective on Spain’s real estate, buyer’s remorse and bureaucracy.
06 May 2025
The Art of Renovation in Northern Athens and One-Stop-Shop Service of Tranio Hellas: Why Investor Bought Apartment...
Tranio has been operating in the Greek property market since 2010, selecting homes for clients from trusted partners across different regions — both in cities and in coastal resort locations.
28 February 2025
The Master Key: How a Tranio Client Optimised Taxes Through Real Estate Investment in Cyprus
Cyprus is one of the most sought-after destinations for tax optimisation, offering a transparent legal framework, full EU membership, and attractive conditions for foreign investors.

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