A straightforward path for international buyers, from first enquiry to keys in hand. Your MAS Property Marbella contact and independent lawyer will guide you through each stage.
01Get your NIE+
Your Número de Identificación de Extranjero (NIE) is required for any property purchase, bank account, or tax filing in Spain. It can be applied for at a Spanish consulate before you travel, or in Spain via the Policía Nacional — most buyers arrange this in parallel with early viewings so it's ready well before completion.
02Open a Spanish bank account+
You'll need a local account to pay the reservation deposit, stage payments, and ongoing costs such as community fees and utilities. Most Spanish banks can open a non-resident account remotely once your NIE is in progress.
03Reserve your home+
A reservation contract with a modest holding deposit takes your chosen unit off the market while legal due diligence proceeds — for Almazara Views, this is typically a few thousand euros against the purchase price shown on the current price list.
04Legal due diligence+
We strongly recommend appointing an independent Spanish property lawyer. They will verify the developer's licences, the land registry entry, and the terms of the private purchase contract before you sign anything binding.
05Sign the private purchase contract+
For new-build developments like Almazara Views, payments are typically staged against construction milestones rather than a single deposit — your contract will set out the schedule and the estimated completion date (04/11/2026 for the current phase).
06Completion at the notary+
On completion, the balance is paid and the escritura (title deed) is signed before a Spanish notary. You'll receive your keys and become the registered owner once the deed is filed at the Land Registry.
07Taxes & ongoing costs+
New-build purchases carry 10% I.V.A. plus AJD stamp duty (rates vary by region), rather than the transfer tax applied to resales. Budget for annual IBI (property tax), community fees, and non-resident income tax if you won't be tax-resident in Spain.
This guide is a general overview and not legal or tax advice. Requirements can change and vary by individual circumstance — always confirm current detail with your lawyer and asesor fiscal.
