Legal Checklist Before Selling a Property in Spain | R E C
Legal Checklist for Selling Your Property in Spain
A fast and secure sale begins with the right documentation. Use this checklist to ensure you have everything in order and avoid delays at the notary.
Essential Property & Personal Documents
Title Deed & Nota Simple
The documents that prove your ownership and certify the property is free of charges. They are the cornerstone of the sale.
Learn more →Energy Certificate (EPC)
A mandatory document required to advertise and sell your property. It is valid for 10 years.
Learn more →Tax Receipts & Certificates
Prove you are up to date with IBI (property tax) and community fees to transfer the property debt-free.
Learn more →Personal ID Documents
Your valid passport and your NIE number are essential to identify yourself before the notary.
Learn more →Special Cases to Consider
If You Have an Active Mortgage
It's mandatory to cancel the mortgage at the Land Registry. This process is managed at the notary on the day of the sale.
Understand cancellation →If You Are Selling from Abroad
You can handle everything remotely by granting a Power of Attorney to your legal representative in Spain.
Learn more →What Problems Does This Checklist Prevent?
✔️ Avoids delays: Having everything ready speeds up the signing and prevents the buyer from backing out.
✔️ Prevents registry issues: A clean Nota Simple is the guarantee that the property can be transferred without problems.
✔️ Avoids fines and penalties: Complying with all tax and energy requirements saves you from future trouble.
Let an Expert Review Your Paperwork
A single incorrect document can stall the sale. Our legal team audits and prepares all the paperwork to ensure a closing with no surprises.