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Plain-English guides on buying, renting and living on the Spanish coast: NIE, taxes, mortgages, Costa Blanca neighborhoods and more.
Property TypesWesna GroupSelf-build Budget in Spain 2026: Per Square Meter
Spanish self-build costs per built m² in 2026: €1,200-€1,500 basic, €1,500-€1,900 mid-tier, €1,900-€2,600 high-tier, €2,600-€4,000+ luxury. What each band buys you, where the cost variance comes from, and the 10-15% financial buffer to budget.
LifestyleWesna GroupCabo de Gata 2026: Costa Almería's Wild Beach Coast
Cabo de Gata Natural Park in Almería: 63 km of protected coast, six standout beaches (Genoveses, Mónsul, Los Muertos, Cala Enmedio), 3-hour day trip from Torrevieja, overnight options in San José / Agua Amarga / Las Negras, when to go and what to bring.
BuyerWesna GroupBuying in Spain from Czechia 2026: Legal Path and Tax
Czech buyers on Spanish property in 2026: EU-passport full LTV mortgage access (70% at Sabadell/BBVA/UCI), 8-step purchase path from NIE to notary, Spain-Czechia double-taxation treaty on rental income + IRNR filing, direct Prague-Alicante flights, and the Wesna workflow for Czech buyers.
InvestmentWesna GroupNew Developments Delivering in H2 2026: Where and at What Price
H2 2026 Costa Blanca new-build deliveries: 3,800 units concentrated in Ciudad Quesada (760), Los Alcázares (600), Torre-Pacheco (480), Pilar de la Horadada (420) and Denia (450). Price per m² by cluster, phase absorption rates, best-value pockets.
LegalWesna GroupEscritura Pública vs Nota Simple: Which Spanish Document Means What
Two Spanish property documents that non-resident buyers confuse: escritura pública (notarised deed transferring ownership, €600-€3,000) and nota simple (Land Registry status extract, €9.02). What each contains, when each is required, discrepancy resolution and the full workflow.
CityWesna GroupLa Nucia in 2026: Hilltop Living Without the Tourist Crowds
La Nucia in the Marina Baixa in 2026: 22,500 residents with 62% foreign share (highest in Alicante province), three zones (old town, Nou Centre, hillside urbanizaciones), 2026 price bands, British and Norwegian buyer dominance, and where the value pockets sit.
NewsWesna GroupRental Price Ceilings Spain 2026: Regions Affected
Ley 12/2023 rental-price-ceiling framework in 2026: Cataluña fully implemented (271 zones), País Vasco partial, Comunidad Valenciana adopting for Valencia city only, Costa Blanca coastal towns still unregulated. What buy-to-let investors need to know.
Property TypesWesna GroupBuying a Plot and Building in Spain 2026: Legal, Timeline, Cost
The complete Spanish self-build path: plot purchase legalities, architect and planning permission stages, 22-32 month total timeline, 15-20% cost premium over resale, standard construction cost per m² (€1,200-€2,600), and the delay causes non-resident buyers should budget for.
LifestyleWesna GroupCalblanque Natural Park Beaches 2026: Wild Murcia
Calblanque Regional Park on the Murcia coast: 25 km² of undeveloped Mediterranean coastline, six untouched beaches, dune landscapes, snorkelling coves. Access, peak-season parking reservation system, when to go, what to bring, plus property nearby in Los Alcázares and La Manga.
BuyerWesna GroupCzech Buyers on Costa Blanca 2026: Numbers and Locations
Czech buyers grew 4x on the Costa Blanca between 2018 and 2025 (~1,900 transactions in 2025). Where they cluster (Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa, Los Alcázares, Ciudad Quesada, Pilar de la Horadada), median transaction value €187,000, buyer profiles and the Czech-language service layer.
InvestmentWesna GroupWho's Actually Buying in Spain Right Now: 2025 Transaction Data
Full 2025 INE and Notariado transaction data: British lead volume (22,400), American highest per-transaction value (€481k), Belgian and Dutch growing fastest, Polish and Ukrainian expanding entry tier. Cohort-by-cohort geography and price band mapping for the Costa Blanca.
LegalWesna GroupSpanish Notary 2026: What They Do and What They Don't
The Spanish notary's real function in 2026 property purchases: what they legally witness, tax and registry filings, current fee tariff (€600-€3,000), what a notary is NOT responsible for, when you still need your own lawyer, and how power of attorney works for remote non-resident closings.
CityWesna GroupVillajoyosa: Chocolate, Beaches, and 2026 Prices
Villajoyosa on the northern Costa Blanca in 2026: three residential zones (coloured-facade old town, beach strip, hillside urbanisations), 2026 price bands per property type, the Valor Chocolates industry, Belgian/Dutch/British buyer mix, and where the value pockets sit.
NewsWesna GroupEuribor July 2026: What It Means for Your Spanish Mortgage
12-month Euribor settled at 2.61% for July 2026, down 74 basis points year-on-year. What the fixing does to variable-rate holders' annual resets, why fixed-rate compression looks near its floor, and the current non-resident bank landscape at Sabadell, BBVA, CaixaBank and UCI.
Property TypesWesna GroupOff-plan in Spain 2026: The Law That Protects Your Deposit
Law 20/2015 protects off-plan buyer deposits in Spain via mandatory aval bancario or insurance policy. What the developer must deliver at contract signing, buyer verification checklist, what happens on developer insolvency, and standard red flags to refuse.
LifestyleWesna GroupTabarca Island Day Trip from Santa Pola 2026
Practical Costa Blanca day trip: 30-minute ferry from Santa Pola port to Tabarca, Spain's first designated marine reserve (1986). Ferry timings, ticket prices, beach + snorkelling + walled-town route, when to go, what to eat, plus property options within Tabarca-adjacent commuting distance.
BuyerWesna GroupRussian-owned Properties on Costa Blanca: Where They Cluster
Where the 20,000+ Russian-speaking Costa Blanca residents cluster in 2026: Torrevieja (largest), Benidorm, Marbella outside our normal coverage. The Russian-language services layer (agents, clinics, schools, banks, food shops) built up over two decades of accumulated purchases.
InvestmentWesna GroupSquare-meter Prices on Costa Blanca 2026 vs 2024
How Costa Blanca asking prices per m² moved between Q2 2024 and Q2 2026: town-by-town growth table (13.2% weighted average, +16.1% Torrevieja, +10.8% Calpe), what drove the appreciation, which price tiers grew fastest, and where the gap opened widest.
LegalWesna GroupReserve Contract (Contrato de Arras) 2026: What You Actually Sign
The Spanish contrato de arras in 2026: what the three variants (penitenciales, confirmatorias, penales) actually enforce, 10% deposit escrow protection, condition-precedent clauses that protect a mortgage buyer, and where standard-form contracts tip the balance for or against a non-resident buyer.
CityWesna GroupMoraira Property 2026: The Village Where Brits and Germans Cluster
Moraira on the northern Costa Blanca in 2026: three residential sub-zones (El Portet, marina, hillside villas), 2026 price bands per property type, why prices run 20-40% above Calpe and Denia, and where to buy Moraira-adjacent for less per m².
NewsWesna GroupSpanish Mortgage Approvals June 2026 vs June 2025
Bank of Spain May 2026 approvals show total mortgages up 12.8% YoY, non-resident approvals up 18.4%. Median fixed rate compressed to 3.4%. What is driving the accelerating trend and what the June release will confirm, with the current best-in-market non-resident mortgage terms from Sabadell, BBVA, UCI and CaixaBank.
Property TypesWesna GroupNew Build (Obra Nueva) vs Resale 2026: Pros, Traps, Tax
The Spanish new-build vs resale decision in 2026: sales tax load (10% IVA + AJD vs 10% ITP), 18-24 month wait vs 6-10 week close, deposit protection via aval bancario, 10-year structural warranty, and the practical trade-offs across price, timeline and finish choice.
LifestyleWesna GroupBest Costa Blanca Beaches for Surfing 2026
The Mediterranean is not California, but a handful of Costa Blanca spots deliver rideable surf October through March. The realistic surf guide: which breaks, when they work, which schools teach beginners, and how the coast compares to kiteboarding and wing-foil for year-round wind sports.
BuyerWesna GroupSanctions and Spanish Property for Russian Buyers 2026
Russian citizens can still buy Spanish property in 2026 unless personally named on an EU, UK or US sanctions list. What the lists actually cover, how the source-of-funds paperwork has tightened since 2022, notary screening, beneficial ownership disclosure, and the specific complications when a family member is listed.
InvestmentWesna GroupLong-Term Rental Yields by Costa Blanca Town 2026
Long-term rental yields town by town on the Costa Blanca in 2026. Median asking prices, median rents, gross yields, vacancy patterns and tenant profiles for 15 towns from Denia to Murcia. Which pockets deliver the strongest cash-on-cash return, and how the Valencia short-term rental ban has shifted long-term demand.
LegalWesna GroupBuying Property in Spain as a Non-Resident 2026: 12-Step Checklist
A step-by-step checklist for non-residents buying property in Spain in 2026. NIE, bank account, lawyer, deposit, notary, taxes, registration. Realistic timelines, current 2026 fees, ITP rates by autonomous community, and the exact paperwork order that keeps a purchase moving without stalling at the notary.
CityWesna GroupBuying in Javea 2026: North Side, South Side, Port
Javea has three personalities within four kilometres – the port, El Arenal, the north headland. Each one suits a different buyer. The 2026 price bands, the school and healthcare options, the short-term rental rules, and which Marina Alta neighbours have stock when Javea itself does not.
NewsWesna GroupCosta Blanca Sales Volume Q2 2026: What the Leading Indicators Say
Q2 official numbers land in late August. What the mortgage-approval data, listing-portal pageviews, and our own first-contact volumes show right now, and what to expect when INE and the Notariado publish.
Property TypesWesna GroupFinca, Masía, Casa Rural: Spanish Country Property Types Explained
Five Spanish words that come up over and over in rural listings – finca, masía, casa rural, cortijo, caserío. The regional map, the legal distinctions, the building-permit catches, and what each one actually is when you read the deed.
LifestyleWesna GroupBest Costa Blanca Beaches for Families with Kids 2026
About 200 km of Costa Blanca coastline; roughly half works for a six-year-old. North-to-south rundown of the family-friendly beaches – depth, lifeguards, shade, parking, the gelato situation – from Les Marines in Denia to La Glea in Campoamor.
BuyerWesna GroupRussian Buyers in Spain after 2022: What Changed by 2026
Spain never closed its property market to Russian citizens, but the rules around the money did most of the changing. A 2026 buyer's guide to banking routes, notary scrutiny, residency paths after the Golden Visa, and where Russian-passport buyers actually land on the Costa Blanca and Costa Cálida.
InvestmentWesna GroupValencia Short-Term Rental Ban 2026: What Investors Can Still Do
Valencia city closed new short-term rental licences via a 2024-2026 moratorium, then approved permanent regulation in March 2026 capping VUT at 2% of housing stock per neighbourhood. Investors targeting Valencia STR yield need a 2026 alternative plan. Working guide to what still works and where the yield shifted.
LegalWesna GroupWhat Replaced the Golden Visa in Spain 2025-2026: Working Alternatives
Spain abolished the Golden Visa via Ley 1/2025 on 3 April 2025. Four working alternatives in 2026: Digital Nomad Visa, Non-Lucrative Visa, Entrepreneur Visa, and the Beckham regime tax election. Working guide to who fits each and the property-purchase implications.
CityWesna GroupCalpe vs Benidorm 2026: Which Costa Blanca Town Suits a Family
Calpe (22,000 residents) and Benidorm (70,000) sit 11 km apart but cater to opposite family profiles. Calpe runs €3,300/m² with quieter beaches and Spanish-language schools; Benidorm hits €2,800/m² with year-round resort infrastructure and English-medium options. Working 2026 family-buyer comparison.
NewsWesna GroupINE House Prices Q1 2026: +12.9% YoY Across Spain, +13.5% Resale
INE confirmed Spain's house price index up 12.9% year-on-year in Q1 2026, the strongest reading in 18+ months. Resale stock leads at +13.5%, new builds +9.1%. Working interpretation for Costa Blanca buyers planning a 2026 entry.
Property TypesWesna GroupTownhouse, Dúplex, Adosado: Spanish Property Terms Explained 2026
Spanish property listings use casa adosada, dúplex, chalet, ático, bungalow and other terms inconsistently. This 2026 glossary clears up what each word actually means in legal and architectural practice, with examples from our current Costa Blanca catalog.
CultureWesna GroupHogueras de San Juan Alicante 2026: What Happened and What to Plan for 2027
Hogueras de San Juan took over Alicante 20-24 June 2026 with 90+ fogueres burned and ~200 firework spectacles. A working 2026 recap plus the essential planning notes for anyone considering moving to Alicante or visiting next year.
BuyerWesna GroupWhere Ukrainian Families Are Settling on Costa Blanca in 2026
Comunidad Valenciana has the largest Ukrainian community in Spain (94,863 residents end-2025, +17% of the national total). Alicante province alone holds ~57,000. Working 2026 guide to which Costa Blanca towns Ukrainian families pick, schools, support networks and entry-tier property options.
InvestmentWesna GroupBuy-to-Let on Costa Blanca 2026: Realistic Month-by-Month Income
Alicante province rental yield closed Q1 2026 at 6.2% gross. On a typical €155k Torrevieja apartment that lands at €725-€850/month long-let or €1,250-€1,800/month short-let in peak season. Working town-by-town math for buyers comparing Costa Blanca buy-to-let realistically.
LegalWesna GroupDigital Nomad Visa Spain 2026: Who Qualifies and What Counts as Remote Work
Spain's Digital Nomad Visa requires €2,762/month proven remote income, 3+ years of professional experience and max 20% Spanish-source clients. Five-year residency path, Beckham 24% flat tax available. Working 2026 guide to eligibility, process, family rules and common rejection reasons.
CityWesna GroupLiving in Altea Hills 2026: Who Buys, Where, and Why
Altea Hills sits above Altea on the Costa Blanca North, a gated community of around 700 villas. Buyer base skews Northern European; typical villa asking €1.5M-€2.5M; entry-tier bungalow stock from €350,000. Working 2026 guide to prices, sub-zones, daily life, ownership costs and who actually buys here.
BuyerWesna GroupFirst-line vs second-line golf property Spain 2026: the premium math
First-line golf homes in Spain trade at a 20-35% premium over comparable second-line stock in the same complex. The premium covers view, prestige and resale liquidity. The hidden costs cover reinforced glass, insurance, and winter wind. Here is the working 2026 cost-by-cost breakdown for buyers deciding which row to offer on.
BuyerWesna GroupBuy Spain Property Remotely 2026: POA + 6 Weeks to Keys
You do not need to fly to Spain to close. A Spanish power-of-attorney lets your lawyer sign the deed on your behalf. Total time from offer to keys: 6-8 weeks. POA round trip €350-€930 vs €1,200+ for flying + 2 hotel nights. The 4 documents you need before search starts, full 2026 timeline.
InvestorWesna GroupSpain Digital Nomad Visa 2026: €2,820/mo + 24% Beckham
Golden Visa ended 3 April 2025. Digital Nomad Visa is the working replacement: €2,820/mo income proof, 5-year residency path, 24% flat Beckham tax for the first 6 years. Combined with a Spanish property purchase, the math beats UK/US tax for €120k+ remote earners. 2026 playbook.
InvestorWesna GroupSpanish Coastal Growth 2020-26: 14 Towns vs +25% CPI
Spanish CPI cumulative +25% between 2020 and 2026. Denia/Moraira/Calpe ran +40-48% nominal (+15-23 pts real). Murcia interior lagged inflation by 5-10 pts but yields 6.5-7.5% gross. 14-town table mapping capital growth vs current yield for a 5-10 year hold horizon.
InvestorWesna GroupModelo 210 2026: 19% EU vs 24% Non-EU Spanish Tax
Every non-resident with a Spanish property files Modelo 210, even on an empty flat. 19% rate for EU/EEA residents, 24% non-EU (UK post-Brexit, US, MENA, Asia). EU residents can deduct expenses, non-EU cannot. Triples the annual bill for the same gross rent. Full 2026 working guide with quarterly + annual filing windows.
InvestorWesna GroupSpanish Coastal Property Invest 2026: 6.7% Yield + Growth
Spain gross rental yields closed Q1 2026 at 6.7%, prices +6.2% YoY. Costa Blanca municipalities ran +7.8-9.4%, beating Northern Europe rental yields by 200-400 basis points. Golden Visa ended Apr 2025. 3 buyer profiles, 4 cost lines, 4 non-resident mortgage banks. The 2026 framework.
BuyerWesna GroupOrihuela Costa's golf triangle: five courses, one drive
Five 18-hole courses sit inside a 12 km radius south of Torrevieja: Villamartín, Las Ramblas, Campoamor, La Finca and Las Colinas. Each has its own price ladder, comunidad culture and resale rhythm. A working guide for buyers comparing across the five before they offer.
BuyerWesna GroupGolf Property Costa Blanca + Cálida 2026: 18 Courses €78k+
18 golf courses in 60 km between Orihuela Costa and Mar Menor. Entry €78k Avileses apartment, first-line villas €1.5M+ on Las Colinas. Owner-discount green fees €25-€45 vs €60-€95 visitor rate. Comunidad €60-€260/mo. VUT short-let yield 5.5% net. Full 2026 working guide.
CityWesna GroupAltea Hills Bungalows 2026: A Buyer Guide to the Gated Hillside
Altea Hills holds Costa Blanca North's longest-running gated hillside community above the bay of Altea. The 'bungalow' label here means a row-built bajo or alto unit, not a detached cottage. Eleven active properties currently for sale span EUR 350,000 to EUR 1.2M. What the bungalow stock looks like, how it differs from villa stock, current prices per square metre, and who buys here in 2026.
NewsWesna GroupBank of Spain Housing Market Report June 2026: Mild Overvaluation, No Lending Brake
The Bank of Spain's Spring 2026 Financial Stability Report puts Spanish housing prices 1% to 9% above long-run fundamentals, with no plan to introduce mortgage lending caps despite a 12.7% HPI gain in 2025. Real prices still sit around 15% below the 2008 peak. What the report says, what it does not, and what it changes for foreign buyers on the Costa Blanca and Costa Cálida.
Property TypesWesna GroupBungalow in Spain 2026: What the Word Actually Means
British buyers picture a detached single-storey house with a private garden. Spanish 'bungalow' listings usually deliver something else: an attached row of two-storey terraced units, with a 'bungalow bajo' on the ground floor and a 'bungalow alto' above. A short guide to the real definition, how bungalows compare to chalets and villas, what they cost on the Costa Blanca and Costa Cálida, and who they suit.
LifestyleWesna GroupHidden Coves on the Costa Blanca North in 2026: Six Calas Off the Main Tourist Map
Six coves sit between Altea and Denia along a 30 km stretch of cliffs. Five of them stay off the main tourist map. The sixth is Cala Granadella, named Spain's best beach by Antena 3 viewers and rationed by a summer parking quota. A local guide to the calas worth the walk, parking realities, the Cliffs Route SL-CV 50, and the properties within five minutes of each.
BuyerWesna GroupUkrainian Temporary Protection and Spanish Property Ownership in 2026: A Practical Legal Guide
The European Council extended Temporary Protection for Ukrainian nationals to 4 March 2027 by formal decision in July 2025. That single deadline reshapes how Ukrainian families think about buying property in Spain. A practical guide for TIE-card holders: what you can do today, what changes when the directive expires, how the money actually moves under current NBU rules, and the visa transitions that keep your property and your residency intact.
InvestmentWesna GroupOff-plan vs resale in Spain 2026: five-year returns side by side
Spain's housing index posted +12.9% YoY in Q1 2026 per INE. Resale crossed over and outpaced new-build for the first time this cycle. We unpack the five-year ROI side by side on the Spanish east coast, where the spread favours which side now, plus the bank-guarantee work you have to do upfront to get the off-plan return without the off-plan headaches.
LegalWesna GroupSpain's non-lucrative visa in 2026, step by step: requirements, costs, renewal
Spain's non-lucrative visa (NLV) lets non-EU citizens live in Spain without working - pensions, dividends, savings count, salary does not. In 2026 you need €2,400/month for the main applicant + €600/month per dependent (400% IPREM, unchanged). Real Decreto 1155/2024 reinstated the 183-day residence rule for renewal. Full requirements, costs, renewal cycle, tax consequences, and rejection traps.
BuyerWesna GroupVilla vs apartment in 2026: the real annual cost gap on the Costa Blanca
The headline price per square metre runs almost the same: apartments at €2,712/m² and villas at €2,702/m² in Alicante province per Idealista Feb 2026. What changes once you own the place is the annual running cost. A villa runs €1,500-2,500 more per year than an apartment at the same buy price. Here's the line-by-line, with IBI rates by town and where each type wins.
LifestyleWesna Group95 Blue Flag Beaches Costa Blanca 2026: Town-by-Town Map
Alicante province collected 95 Blue Flag awards in 2026, more than any other Spanish province. Torrevieja 9, Denia 7, Orihuela Costa 6, Calpe 5, plus 8 smaller pockets most guides miss. Town-by-town map with drive times from the AP-7 and access notes for each.
CityWesna GroupWhat €200,000, €300,000 and €400,000 buy in Calpe in 2026
Calpe priced apartments at €3,884 per m² in April 2026 per Idealista. At €200,000 you get a tight 51 m² near the beach. At €300,000 a real two-bed becomes possible. At €400,000 you cross into 3-bed or sea-view territory. Full ladder with district maths, running costs, and real WES-coded listings from our Calpe catalog.
NewsWesna GroupSpain's Supreme Court ends the national short-let registry
On 21 May 2026, Spain's Supreme Court struck down the national NRUA short-let registry. For Costa Blanca, Costa Cálida and Costa Almería owners, the regional tourist licence is now the only thing that matters.
GuidesWesna GroupSpain Mortgage 2026: 3.4-4.6% Fixed, 4 Non-Resident Banks
UK base rate 4.75% in 2026, US 7%+ on a 30-year. Spanish non-resident mortgages start at 3.4% fixed. The 4 banks that lend to foreigners: Caixabank, Sabadell, BBVA, Bankinter. LTV up to 70%, 25-year terms. Full document checklist and 4-6 week processing timeline.
GuidesWesna GroupNIE Number for Property Buyers: 3 Routes, Costs, Timeline (2026)
Every foreigner buying property in Spain needs an NIE tax ID. The three ways to get one, what each costs, how long each takes, and which to choose for your situation.
GuidesWesna GroupBuy Spanish Property 2026: 9 Steps, 12% Costs, 6 Weeks
320 sun days a year on the Costa Blanca vs UK's 156 rain days. Non-residents close on a Spanish property in 6-8 weeks with 12% on top of price. NIE in 2-6 weeks, Spanish mortgage from 3.4%, lawyer + notary handled remotely via POA. The full 2026 process in 22 mins.
GuidesWesna GroupUkrainians buying property in Spain in 2026: 2,165 transactions and a path that runs through Torrevieja
Ukrainian citizens completed 2,165 property purchases in Spain in the first half of 2025 according to Idealista, the highest figure ever recorded for the country. Most of them landed on Costa Blanca. Torrevieja alone counts 10,787 registered Ukrainians on its 2026 padron. A practical guide to what makes Ukrainian buyers different, the temporary protection extension to March 2027, money transfers under NBU limits, and where the community already runs.
MarketWesna GroupSpanish Rental Yields 2026: Murcia 7.5%, 6 Cities Beat 6.7%
Spain's gross rental yield closed Q1 2026 at 6.7% nationally. Seven east-coast cities still beat that line: Murcia 7.5%, Castellon 7.3%, Almeria 7.2%, plus four Costa Calida and Costa Blanca towns. Working town-by-town table with current asking prices and net-after-cost math.
GuidesWesna GroupSpanish NIE 2026: €9.84 Fee, 3 Routes, 2-6 Weeks Wait
Every foreign property buyer in Spain needs a NIE before signing. Spanish National Police charges €9.84 and the legal resolution period is 5 working days. Cita previa waits run 2-6 weeks at small consulates, 6-12 weeks at London / NY / Moscow. The 3 application routes, fee, what to bring.
NeighborhoodsWesna GroupLiving in Denia 2026: €3,333/m², 7 Blue Flag Beaches
Denia counts 47,261 official residents and runs over 200,000 in August. A 2-bed apartment averages €3,333 per square metre. Seven beaches carry the 2026 Blue Flag, four international schools serve foreign families. Practical 2026 guide to prices by district, schools and who buys here.
GuidesWesna GroupSpain Property Tax Non-Resident 2026: IBI €650+, IRNR 24%
UK council tax on a 3-bed: £1,500-£3,500/year. Spanish IBI on a typical €250k apartment: €650-€1,400/year. Plus IRNR (Modelo 210) at 19% EU / 24% non-EU. Plus basura €90-€170. The full table of 4 annual taxes a non-resident owes, even on an empty flat.
GuidesWesna GroupSpain residency in 2026: 6 visa paths after Golden Visa was cancelled
The famous Golden Visa via property is gone since April 2025. Here are the 6 visa options that still work for foreigners who want to live in Spain in 2026, with the real income thresholds and timelines.
GuidesWesna GroupHow to transfer money from Ukraine to Spain for a property purchase (2026)
Ukrainian buyers of Spanish property have strong advantages in 2026: EU temporary protection, functioning SWIFT links, open Spanish banks. Here are the real-world transfer routes.
GuidesWesna GroupHow to transfer money from Russia to Spain for a property purchase (2026)
Transfers from Russia became harder after 2022, but a few legal routes still work. We cover which banks accept the wire, how to prepare AML documentation, and realistic timelines.
GuidesWesna GroupHow to transfer money from an EU country to Spain for a property purchase
SEPA inside the eurozone is basically free and instant. Currency moves from the UK, Sweden, Switzerland and Czech Republic need an extra hop. Here is the cheapest route per source country.
GuidesWesna GroupHow to transfer money from the UK to Spain for a property purchase (post-Brexit, 2026)
Since Brexit, the UK is a third country for Spanish banks. SWIFT works, Wise works, the FCA-regulated FX brokers work. Here is the comparison plus the HMRC angle if you stay UK tax-resident.
GuidesWesna GroupHow to transfer money from the USA or Canada to Spain for a property purchase (2026)
American and Canadian buyers face two extra layers: FATCA reporting and USD/CAD to EUR conversion. We cover the practical routes (Wise, OFX, traditional wire) and what to flag to the IRS / CRA.
GuidesWesna GroupMortgage for non-residents in Spain: which banks, what rates, what they actually want
Yes, foreigners without Spanish residency can get a Spanish mortgage. Banks routinely lend 60 to 70 percent of the property value. Here is the realistic playbook - banks, rates, documents and timeline - in 2026.
GuidesWesna GroupTotal cost of buying property in Spain: ITP, notary, registry and the real number
The price on the listing is not what you actually pay. In Valencia, taxes and fees add 10 to 15 percent on top. Here is the full breakdown so you do not get surprised the day you sign at the notary.
GuidesWesna GroupNIE for foreigners in Spain: the full step-by-step (2026)
NIE is the Spanish tax ID that every foreigner needs to buy property, open a bank account, sign rental contracts and pay taxes. Here is exactly how to get one, with the three real paths, real costs and real timelines.
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