FS Notaries is a notary office that provides legal information and services to English-speaking individuals and companies in Spain. We are in Alicante, however, our English-speaking team attends to and satisfies all your legal needs wherever and whenever necessary throughout Spain.

The Foreigner Identification Number (NIE) is necessary for any financial transaction in Spain. You can apply for it at a police station in Spain, through a Spanish consulate in your country of origin, or through a legal representative in Spain.

FAQs - FS NOTARIOS

Q: How do I open a bank account in Spain?

You will need a bank account in Spain to manage payments related to the purchase of the property. To open an account, you will generally need your NIE, passport, and proof of income or employment.

Q: What happens when signing the public deed before a notary?

In this step, both the buyer and the seller sign the public deed of sale before a notary. This document formalizes the transfer of ownership and is necessary for property registration.

Q: How do I get Spanish residency when buying a house?

Buying property in Spain can make it easier to obtain residency, especially if the investment meets certain financial criteria. Please consult with us or an immigration attorney for specific details and requirements.

Q: What type of company can a foreigner create in Spain?

Although the most used legal forms are the limited company and the limited liability entrepreneur (self-employed individual), there are more options: Limited society Anonymous society Limited liability entrepreneur Branch or permanent establishment Business cooperation Temporary business union (UTE) Economic Interest Grouping (AIE)