Before purchasing or looking at property you should be in a position to buy.
This is the fiscal identity number and is essential for your financial dealings in Spain. This can take a few weeks to obtain, so plan ahead. You fill in a form with your lawyer & show him a colour `passport’ photo, a photocopy of your passport + your passport. The lawyer then obtains your NIE number from the local police station. If you arrange this in the U.K. or Spain, Villas in Spain will help you.
You will need to set up a Spanish bank account (local preferred), if you want your property bills paid via direct debit.
If you spend more than six months a year in Spain, you need to apply for a Residentia (to become a Resident). Being resident does not restrict you and it has many advantages e.g. lower taxes. If you don’t become a resident, you must appoint a fiscal representative.
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