Spain: selling property
The full process in 6 steps: the taxes you pay, what each stage costs and how long it takes (~75 days on average). Free guide, no account needed.
Process steps
1
Get the energy certificate (CEE)
⏱ 3-7 days · 💰 €80-250
2
Gather nota simple, IBI receipt and community certificate
⏱ 1 week · 💰 €10-50
3
Sign Contrato de Arras
⏱ 1 day · 💰 10% deposit
4
Buyer due diligence
⏱ 1-2 weeks · 💰 free
5
Sign before Notary (Escritura)
⏱ 1 day · 💰 notary fees
6
Pay plusvalía and declare the gain
⏱ 30 days · 💰 varies
Taxes & fees
plusvalia
municipal, varies
capital gains
19% non-resident EU · 19-28% resident
notary fees
0.1-0.5%
agency fees
3-5%
energy certificate
€80-250
⚠️ What costs you money if you miss it
Non-resident seller? The buyer keeps 3% of the price and pays it to Hacienda (Modelo 211). It is an advance, not a tax — you claim the difference back with Modelo 210.
Plusvalía municipal is legally yours to pay, but who actually pays it is negotiable. Settle it in the arras contract, in writing — not at the notary.
You must hand over a community debt certificate at the deed. Debts you leave behind pass to the buyer — and come straight back to you.
⚠️ Informational purposes only. Always consult a licensed local lawyer.
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