📞 +34 965 792 946 · +34 607 320 768
📞 +34 965 792 946 · +34 607 320 768
Dealing with an inheritance in Spain involves navigating complex succession laws, tax obligations and property transfers. At Tomas Ballestero Lawyers, we have extensive experience helping British and European clients manage inheritances on the Costa Blanca and throughout Spain.
We guide you through the full process: obtaining the death certificate, requesting the Certificate of Last Wills (Certificado de Últimas Voluntades), locating and interpreting the Spanish will, preparing the Deed of Acceptance of Inheritance before a notary, and registering the property transfer at the Land Registry.
Inheritance tax in Spain varies significantly by autonomous community. In the Valencian Community (which includes Costa Blanca), generous reductions are available for close relatives who are EU residents. We calculate your tax liability, apply all available reductions, and file the declaration within the 6-month deadline.
Under EU Succession Regulation 650/2012, the law of your habitual residence applies unless you have made a choice of law in your will. We coordinate with solicitors in the UK, Netherlands, France, Belgium and Germany to manage cross-border estates efficiently.
We strongly recommend making a Spanish will to cover your Spanish assets. This avoids delays and complications with foreign probate. We draft testamentos abiertos (open wills) before a Spanish notary.
Call +34 965 792 946 or email info@lawyerssolicitorsjavea.com.
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Inheritance matters in Spain can be complex, particularly for foreign nationals who may be subject to both Spanish succession law and the laws of their home country. Professional legal guidance is essential to navigate these cross-border issues effectively.
Our firm assists with the preparation of Spanish wills, the processing of inheritance acceptance, and the calculation and payment of succession duties. We work closely with lawyers in other jurisdictions to ensure a coordinated approach to international estates.
Having a Spanish will that covers your assets in Spain can significantly simplify the inheritance process for your beneficiaries and potentially reduce the associated costs and delays. Contact our office in Costa Blanca to discuss your estate planning needs.
