If you are not a resident…
- NIE (Foreigner’s Identification Number): mandatory for purchase and tax payment.
- Valid passport: to prove your identity.
- Spanish bank account: necessary to manage payments, taxes and receipts.
- Proof of funds: document that proves that you have the necessary money for the entrance of the house (and where it comes from).
- Mortgage pre-approval: preliminary confirmation from the bank indicating how much money it would be willing to lend you, based on your financial profile.
- Fiscal representative: mandatory if you reside outside the European Union.
- Power of attorney (optional): allows a lawyer or trusted person to sign on your behalf in case you are unable to travel.