Thinking of moving to Spain?
Spain captivates with its unparalleled beauty, diverse culture, and warm hospitality, making it a prime destination for high net-worth individuals seeking a new chapter in life. Whether your heart is set on making Spain your home, investing in its real estate, or exploring work opportunities, understanding the intricate landscape of legal and financial requirements is essential. We handle all the legal requirements — from visas and NIE numbers to real estate purchases and cross-border tax advice — so you can focus on enjoying life in Spain.
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How we can make your life seamless
Legal Requirements for Relocating to Spain
Relocating to Spain is a major life decision that involves much more than booking flights and choosing a home. From securing the right visa and NIE to complying with Spanish tax rules and registering your residency, each step must follow local laws and strict administrative deadlines. Choosing the right legal partner ensures your move is smooth, compliant, and free of costly surprises. At Gonzalez Sanchez & Partners, our relocation lawyers coordinate every requirement with precision — giving you peace of mind as you settle into your new life in Spain.
Buying a home in Spain
Buying property as part of your move to Spain means navigating Spain’s Civil Code, regional property laws, and land registry requirements. Whether you’re securing a property investment or simply buying a family home, every transaction must comply with Spanish contract law, notary procedures, and due diligence standards. Our lawyers handle contract drafting, title deed checks, registry submissions, and coordinate directly with trusted notaries and banks to protect your interests from reservation deposit to final registration.
Working in Spain
For those seeking employment or entrepreneurial ventures in Spain, the landscape is rich with opportunity but demands careful legal planning. Non-EU nationals usually need a work permit arranged through a Spanish employer, who must demonstrate why the role can’t be filled locally. If you plan to launch your own business, Spain offers a supportive ecosystem for startups and foreign investors — but setting up requires clear steps, from registering your company to navigating Spanish tax and social security systems. For digital nomads, Spain’s lifestyle is hugely appealing, but you’ll need to understand visa options, tax residency rules, and healthcare coverage. Gonzalez Sanchez & Partners helps you tackle each step with confidence.
Tax Advice & Double Tax Treaties
Relocating to Spain changes your tax residence under Spanish tax law (Ley General Tributaria). This affects your worldwide income, wealth tax, and inheritance exposure. Spain has double taxation treaties with the UK, Germany, USA, UAE and many other countries — these protect you from paying tax twice on the same income. Our legal and tax team explains your tax obligations, advises on structuring assets, and ensures you file correctly under Spanish tax law and treaty frameworks.
Do EU Citizens Need Help Moving to Spain?
While EU citizens enjoy freedom of movement, many overlook the paperwork required to settle legally — like obtaining an NIE, registering your local address, and planning taxes. Our team ensures every step is done correctly and quickly.
Moving to Spain as a Non-EU Citizen
If you’re from the UK, USA, UAE or any Non-EU country, moving to Spain requires a valid visa and proof of income or investment. We help you choose the best option and handle the legal process start to finish.
Why Choose Gonzalez Sanchez & Partners
Specialists in relocation law for high-net-worth individuals
Strong connections with banks and notaries to streamline your applications
Discreet, client-focused service — we protect your privacy at every step
Absolute confidentiality — your business affairs stay private
Fluent in English, German, French, Spanish & Portugese
Local expertise in Marbella, Sotogrande & Mallorca
Frequently Asked Questions
With our legal support and connections, most clients secure their NIE within 1–2 weeks depending on the location and time of the year.
In most cases, yes — we handle the paperwork and represent you before Spanish authorities.
Yes — we provide full legal guidance on eligibility, documentation, and filing for Spain’s digital nomad visa.
The Beckham Law offers a special tax regime for new residents working in Spain. We can assess your eligibility and manage the application.
We advise on applying the double tax treaty between Spain and your home country to avoid or reduce double taxation.
Relocating to Spain? Let us handle your legal process securely and efficiently.
Your data is handled with strict confidentiality under Spanish & EU Laws