Can foreigners buy property in Costa del Sol?

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 Costa del Sol?

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 Costa del Sol, Buy Real Estate from 90,000€

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Modern designer three-level villa with a swimming pool and sea view, Valtocado, Mijas, Spain for 1,424,000 €

Modern designer three-level villa with a swimming pool and sea view, Valtocado, Mijas, Spain

1,424,000 €

£1,221,000

Total area 373 m²Land area: 2,363 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Apartment with a private garden in a gated residence with a swimming pool and a spa, near the golf course, Mijas, Spain for 595,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a private garden in a gated residence with a swimming pool and a spa, near the golf course, Mijas, Spain

595,000 €

£510,000

Total area 105 m²3 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

Luxury villa with a swimming pool and views of the sea and the golf course in a quiet area of Marbella, Spain for 1,950,000 €

With swimming pool

Luxury villa with a swimming pool and views of the sea and the golf course in a quiet area of Marbella, Spain

1,950,000 €

£1,672,000

Total area 310 m²Land area: 341 m²3 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in a new residence with rich infrastructure, Mijas, Spain for 575,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in a new residence with rich infrastructure, Mijas, Spain

575,000 €

£493,000

Total area 134 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with sea views in a new gated residence with a swimming pool and a spa center, Mijas, Spain for 710,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with sea views in a new gated residence with a swimming pool and a spa center, Mijas, Spain

710,000 €

£609,000

Total area 99 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartments with sea views, close to the golf course in Mijas Costa for 520,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartments with sea views, close to the golf course in Mijas Costa

520,000 €

£446,000

Total area 108 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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Apartment with a private garden and sea views in a picturesque area, Estepona, Spain for 423,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a private garden and sea views in a picturesque area, Estepona, Spain

423,000 €

£363,000

Total area 101 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Sea view apartment in a guarded residence with swimming pools and a golf course, Mijas, Spain for 530,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Sea view apartment in a guarded residence with swimming pools and a golf course, Mijas, Spain

530,000 €

£454,000

Total area 82 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in a residence with swimming pools, Mijas, Spain for 570,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartment with sea views in a residence with swimming pools, Mijas, Spain

570,000 €

£489,000

Total area 95 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with a large terrace and sea views, Mijas, Spain for 800,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with a large terrace and sea views, Mijas, Spain

800,000 €

£686,000

Total area 76 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with sea views in a gated residence with a golf course, 700 meters from the sea, Mijas, Spain for 800,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with sea views in a gated residence with a golf course, 700 meters from the sea, Mijas, Spain

800,000 €

£686,000

Total area 90 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Luxury villas with swimming pools, a spa area and a cinema, Puerto Banús, Spain for 8,800,000 €

With swimming pool

Luxury villas with swimming pools, a spa area and a cinema, Puerto Banús, Spain

8,800,000 €

£7,544,000

Total area 1,071 m²Land area: 2,090 m²6 bedrooms6 bathrooms

Apartment with a private garden at 250 meters from the beach, Casares, Spain for 360,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a private garden at 250 meters from the beach, Casares, Spain

360,000 €

£309,000

Total area 122 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with a large terrace, a jacuzzi and sea views close to the beach, Casares, Spain for 670,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with a large terrace, a jacuzzi and sea views close to the beach, Casares, Spain

670,000 €

£574,000

Total area 134 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartments with private swimming pools in a residence with a wellness center and gardens, Fuengirola, Spain for 1,320,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartments with private swimming pools in a residence with a wellness center and gardens, Fuengirola, Spain

1,320,000 €

£1,132,000

Total area 114 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Luxury villas on the first line of the golf course, Mijas, Spain for 1,827,000 €

With swimming pool

Luxury villas on the first line of the golf course, Mijas, Spain

1,827,000 €

£1,566,000

Total area 226 m²Land area: 368 m²3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Three-bedroom apartments with sea views in a new residence, Estepona, Spain for 434,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartments with sea views in a new residence, Estepona, Spain

434,000 €

£372,000

Total area 123 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Penthouse with sea views in a new residence with gardens, swimming pools and a spa center, Estepona, Spain for 560,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with sea views in a new residence with gardens, swimming pools and a spa center, Estepona, Spain

560,000 €

£480,000

Total area 115 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartment with a private garden in a new residence with a swimming pool and a co-working area, close to the golf course, Casares, Spain for 536,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a private garden in a new residence with a swimming pool and a co-working area, close to the golf course, Casares, Spain

536,000 €

£460,000

Total area 111 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartment with a private swimming pool near the beach, Fuengirola, Spain for 1,660,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a private swimming pool near the beach, Fuengirola, Spain

1,660,000 €

£1,423,000

Total area 114 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Townhouse with a garden and sea views in a residence with swimming pools and tennis courts, Mijas, Spain for 1,069,000 €

Sea view

Townhouse with a garden and sea views in a residence with swimming pools and tennis courts, Mijas, Spain

1,069,000 €

£916,000

Total area 157 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Penthouse with sea views and a private swimming pool, Fuengirola, Spain for 1,450,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Penthouse with sea views and a private swimming pool, Fuengirola, Spain

1,450,000 €

£1,243,000

Total area 111 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartment with a spacious terrace and sea views in a new residence with gardens and swimming pools, Estepona, Spain for 413,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with a spacious terrace and sea views in a new residence with gardens and swimming pools, Estepona, Spain

413,000 €

£354,000

Total area 101 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Apartment with sea views in a residence with a swimming pool, Fuengirola, Spain for 455,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Apartment with sea views in a residence with a swimming pool, Fuengirola, Spain

455,000 €

£390,000

Total area 108 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Designer penthouse with sea views and a private swimming pool near the beach, Fuengirola, Spain for 1,190,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Designer penthouse with sea views and a private swimming pool near the beach, Fuengirola, Spain

1,190,000 €

£1,020,000

Total area 89 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

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