Civil
Civil & Personal Legal Services for Individuals — Spain
From residency assessment to compliant filings, our senior lawyers help you plan, file and optimise your Spanish taxes without surprises.
Who We Help?
New and long-term residents
Managing Spanish paperwork and registrations
Couples & families
Planning marriage, prenups/postnups and estate matters
Heirs & executors
Including non-residents navigating inheritance in Spain
Non-residents
Who need a POA, bank account or vehicle formalities.
NIE (Foreigners’ ID Number)
Appointments and paperwork so you obtain or update your NIE correctly.
- Eligibility & document checklist
- Application/appointment handling
- Certificates & updates
Opening a Spanish Bank Account
Legal support for KYC/AML and bank documentation (resident/non-resident).
- Requirements by bank
- Document prep & translations
- Account opening coordination
Gifts & Private Loans
Compliant deeds and tax view for gifting money/assets or lending between relatives.
- Gift/loan deed drafting
- Tax implications & timing
- Registration/notifications
Marriage (Civil)
End-to-end guidance for civil marriage in Spain for foreign nationals.
- Capacity certificates & translations
- Registry filing & appointment
- Ceremony coordination
Prenuptial / Postnuptial Agreements
Capitulaciones tailored to your matrimonial property regime and assets.
- Regime selection & drafting
- Notary execution
- Cross-border considerations
Inheritance (Acceptance & Taxes)
Heirs represented from certificate searches to deed, taxes and registry.
- Heir & asset verification
- Acceptance deed & tax filings
- Land/registry updates
Wills (Spanish Will for Foreigners)
Spanish will aligned with your wishes and EU succession rules.
- Scope & forced-heirship review
- Drafting (English/Spanish)
- Notary signing & copies
Power of Attorney (POA)
Grant or revoke a POA with the right scope for your case (in Spain or abroad).
- Draft & scope definition
- Apostille/consular route
- Notary coordination
Buy a Car (Purchase & Registration)
Legal checks and registration so the vehicle is clean and in your name.
- Lien/fines verification
- Contract & payment guidance
- DGT registration & insurance basics
Insurances (Review & Claims Support)
Policy review and claim strategy to match real-life risks.
- Coverage adequacy check
- Exclusions & deadlines
- Claim paperwork support
Civil Consultation (One-off)
45–60 min with a senior lawyer to map steps, documents and costs.
- Route & checklist
- Timeline & fees estimate
- Written summary
Still unsure what you need?
Speak with a senior lawyer about your situation and we’ll point you to the right route.
What we handle vs what you provide
We handle
- Strategy & checklists
- Drafting and sworn translations
- Notary/registry/bank coordination
- Apostilles/consular steps
- Tax/fees orientation
- Post-signature follow-up
You provide
- IDs & civil status docs
- Foreign certificates (with apostille)
- Bank/asset paperwork
- Prior deeds/policies
- Your goals & constraints
Our 4-Stage Process
Everyday law, made simple: our four steps turn NIE/POA/wills and inheritances into signed, registered results across Spain.
Stage 1 —Assess
Understand your situation and choose the right route (docs, timing, costs).
Stage 2 —Prepare
Draft deeds/forms, arrange translations, book notary/registry slots.
Stage 3 — Sign & Register
Execute deeds, pay fees/taxes, file at the right office.
Stage 4 — Aftercare
Collect copies, update records and set reminders for renewals.
Common risks we prevent
POAs with the wrong scope or not accepted by the target notary/office.
Expired / non-apostilled documents blocking marriage or inheritance.
Wills not aligned with EU succession rules or habitual residence.
Inheritance tax deadlines missed (and surcharges).
Gifts triggering unexpected tax or formalities.
Bank KYC issues for non-residents.
Vehicle purchases with unpaid charges or incomplete transfer.
Ready to make your Spanish paperwork predictable?
Book a consultation and receive a tailored checklist, timeline and fee estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our services.
Do I need a Spanish will if I already have one abroad?
Strongly recommended if you own assets in Spain; we align it with your global plan.
Can I sign through a Power of Attorney?
Yes. We define scope, draft the POA and handle apostille/consulate or local signing
What documents are needed for a civil marriage?
Varies by registry; usually capacity to marry, birth certificates and translations/apostilles. We confirm your list.
Can a non-resident open a Spanish bank account?
Often yes, with specific KYC documents. We prepare the pack and manage the branch process.