Testamentos

How to make a will online in Spain

In Spain a will is signed in person before a notary: Law 11/2023 excludes it from notarial video conferencing. The open notarial will is the most common, costs between €40 and €60 in notary fees and is signed in about 20 minutes. We explain the types of will, the forced share, regional differences and how to revoke one.

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Principal

Prenuptial agreements in Spain: what they are and when to make them

Capitulaciones matrimoniales are the notarial contract where spouses choose their economic regime: community property, separation of property or participation. If you do not sign them, the default regime of your autonomous community applies. We explain when they are advisable, how much they cost and how to make them.

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Poderes notariales

What is the Hague apostille and when do you need it

The Hague apostille is a stamp that certifies the authenticity of a public document for use in another country party to the 1961 Convention. We explain which bodies issue it in Spain, how much it costs (€4.54) and when you need consular legalisation instead.

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Cancelación hipoteca

How to cancel a mortgage in the land registry in Spain

When you finish paying your mortgage, the bank gives you a payoff letter, but the charge remains on the registry. To remove it you need a cancellation deed before a notary and its filing at the Land Registry. We explain timelines, costs and how to do it online.

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