Step 5: Registration of the Title Deeds

Once the Sales Contract has been signed, the Notary will send a fax to the relevant Property Registry to begin the formal procedure for registration of the new title deeds. Although thisprocess is not compulsory it is strongly recommended.

The whole process usually takes between one and three months, depending on the workload in each particular Property Registry. In the interim you can request a copy of the records (copia simple) from the Notary. When registration has been completed the Property Registry will get in touch with your lawyer to inform him that the title deed (Escritura Pública) is ready for collection.

Finally, as well as overseeing the registration of your title deeds, your lawyer will also arrange payment of the various taxes arising from your purchase. In addition, he can help you to make contracts with suppliers of utility services like water and electricity and arrange for your bills to be paid by standing order from your Spanish bank account.