Buying a Home for Foreigners
Buy your home in the Canary Islands without traveling to Spain
We advise foreign buyers who wish to purchase a property in the Canary Islands. We manage the entire purchase process , even without the client traveling to Spain, guaranteeing a secure and fully controlled transaction at every stage.
Who is this service for?
Designed for international buyers seeking security and simplicity.
Foreign buyers
They are unfamiliar with Spanish regulations and need comprehensive advice.
Shop without leaving home
People who want to buy without traveling through a notarized power of attorney.
Second home
Families looking for a second home in a privileged climate.
Investors
They need full due diligence before investing.
What does the service include?
Comprehensive support from the initial inspection to the handover of keys.
Notarial representation
We act through a notarized power of attorney so that you can buy without traveling to Spain.
Full legal review
Comprehensive analysis of the property, documentation and legal status.
Real estate due diligence
Verification of charges, debts, cadastral and urban planning situation.
Negotiation with selle
Direct negotiation with the seller or real estate agency.
Contracts and supervision
Preparation of contracts, earnest money and supervision of all documentation.
Comprehensive coordination
With notary, bank, management and property registry.
Key handover
Key handover Assistance until the physical delivery of keys and deeds.
Additional procedures
Opening a bank account, processing NIE and registering utilities.
What is NOT included
- Mortgage appraisal (carried out directly by the bank).
- Tax procedures after the first year (available as an optional service).
Process and deadlines
Transparent process with defined deadlines from the first contact.
Step 1
Initial review
- 24-48 hours
Document verification and immediate risk analysis.
Step 2
Due diligence
- 3-7 days
Complete report on legal security and feasibility of the purchase.
Step 3
Sign and buy
- 2-4 weeks
Full coordination of the process up to final notarial signature.
Step 4
Delivery and registration
- 2-8 weeks
Handover of keys and registration of the property.
Buy your house in the Canary Islands with complete security
For over 25 years, we’ve been advising international buyers. We manage every detail to ensure your purchase is safe, transparent, and without surprises, even if you decide not to travel to Spain.
Requirements to start
Basic documentation needed to begin the purchase process.
Passport or ID card
Valid identity document from the country of origin.
NIE (optional)
If you don't have it, we'll process it for you.
Demonstrable funds
Only if you apply for mortgage financing.
Transparent fees
Customized quote based on property type and service scope. Each transaction has unique characteristics that require individual analysis.
Success stories
International buyers satisfied with their experience.
Buy from Germany
Buy without traveling to Spain
Challenge
German customer unable to travel during the purchase process.
Solution
Apostilled power of attorney, complete management from Spain, coordination with German bank.
Result
Purchase completed in 21 days. Customer received keys without needing to travel.
- Purchase in 21 days
Tourism investment
Apartment for holiday rental
Challenge
Buy an apartment intended for holiday rental with a tourist license
Solution
Prior legal and urban planning verification, advice on tourist licenses.
Result
Safe operation with a tourist license obtained subsequently.
- Profitable investment
International Seal
We work under the principles and standards of RICS, synonymous with rigor, quality and safety for our clients.
Risks of buying without advice
- Warnings for foreign buyers
- Properties with hidden charges (mortgages, liens, community debts) not previously detected.
- Unregulated housing that prevents legal tourist development.
- Legal flaws that affect the possibility of obtaining holiday rental licenses.
Our thorough due diligence identifies all these risks before the purchase, protecting your investment and ensuring that you acquire a property with full legal guarantees and no surprises later.
Frequently Asked Questions
We answer the most common questions from foreign buyers.
Can I buy without traveling to Spain?
Yes, absolutely. With an apostilled power of attorney, we can represent you throughout the entire purchase process. We manage the negotiation, signing of the preliminary sales agreement, coordination with the notary, and handover of the keys from Spain. You only need to grant the power of attorney before a notary in your country of origin.
What taxes will I have to pay?
For resale properties, you’ll pay the Property Transfer Tax (ITP) of 6.5% in the Canary Islands. For new builds, you’ll pay the IGIC (generally 7% or a reduced rate depending on the case) plus Stamp Duty (AJD). We’ll provide you with an exact estimate of all costs during the initial consultation.
Do I need to have a NIE before buying?
It’s not essential to have it before starting. You’ll need it for the final notarization, but we can process it for you during the purchase process. The NIE (Foreigner Identification Number) can be obtained in 2-4 weeks with a power of attorney, without you needing to travel.
What guarantees do I have that the property is free of encumbrances?
We conduct thorough due diligence before the purchase: an up-to-date land registry extract, a certificate of encumbrances, verification of any outstanding debts with the homeowners’ association, and a review of the property’s cadastral and urban planning status. We only recommend proceeding when the property is completely clear and free of any issues.
Can I obtain financing as a non-resident foreigner?
Yes, several Spanish banks offer mortgages to non-residents, generally financing up to 60-70% of the appraised value. Requirements include: verifiable income, sufficient savings for the down payment, and translated documents. We coordinate with banks specializing in international clients.
