Consular Charity Partners at the British Embassy
The British Ambassador Sir Alex Ellis held an afternoon tea to thank some of those who contribute so much to Charities in Spain. Sandra Wrightson of De Cotta Law was invited for her contribution to the Association Support in Spain and for her work on the English Cemetery Foundation of Málaga. It was a great […]
Insolvency and Restructuring Meeting R3
Sandra Wrightson of De Cotta Law attended the R3 Business Lunch in London recently. This was an opportunity to share information and experience and for De Cotta Law to explain how they can assist with tracing and recovering assets in Spain. Working with Trustees in Bankruptcy and Liquidators in both personal and corporate insolvencies it […]
Should I gift my Spanish property to my children during my lifetime?
If you gift Spanish property to your children, there are various things that one needs to think about. As non tax resident of Spain , regardless of whether you sell or gift your property, you will need to account for 19% Spanish Capital Gains tax (known in Spain as IIP). A capital gain is calculated by […]
Spanish Property Market
International experts agree that the Property market continues to attract buyers from many countries. Many buyers in Andalucia are continuing to take advantage of the reductions in taxes that took place some years ago and have continued into 2025. In Andalucia the principal property tax transmission tax – ITP – on resales is currently 7%. […]
Valid Wills – Has your Will been revoked by marriage?
It is a little-known fact that in English law marriage revokes Wills made prior tomarriage. This applies even if the Will names the person you marry. The only way inwhich such a Will would not be revoked is if it specifically states that it is made withthe intention of marriage.This sounds very legalistic so here […]
Property purchase and military authorizations in the Canary Islands
Vera Liprandi, Partner at the Tenerife office of De Cotta Law Since 1st January 2021 British citizens who wish to buy or inherit rustic land in the Canary Islands must obtain a military authorization, in accordance with an old law applicable to non-EU citizens and companies. This regulation affects more than 1,500 municipal areas in […]
IMPORTANT CHANGES TO REGULATIONS FOR HOLIDAY RENTALS IN SPAIN
In 2025, Spain introduced important changes in its regulations regarding holiday rentals. The aim is to reconcile the boom in the tourism sector with the rights of residents and their right to access to housing. These changes affect homeowners as well as rental platforms and Communities of owners throughout Spain and the Islands. The first […]
Spanish Visa options for nationals of countries outside the European Union
There are two types of Visa available to non-European nationals. The Non Lucrative Visa (NLV) and the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV). The requirements to prove sufficient financial means; a criminal record check and appropriate private Medical insurance are necessary for both types of Visa. The NLV must be applied for through a Spanish Consulate in […]