Mortgage in Spain for Foreigners: How Does It Work?
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Mortgage in Spain for Foreigners: How Does It Work?

Aaron Aaron

Mortgage for Non-Residents

Spanish banks provide mortgages to non-residents, but with different conditions than for Spaniards.

Typical Conditions

Maximum Financing

  • Non-residents: 60-70% of appraised value
  • Residents: up to 80%

Term

  • Maximum 20-25 years
  • Paid off before age 75/80

Interest Rates (2026)

  • Variable: Euribor + 1.5-2.5%
  • Fixed 10 years: 3.0-4.0%
  • Fixed 20 years: 3.5-4.5%

Required Documents

  • Passport and NIE
  • Last 2-3 tax returns
  • Payslips last 3 months
  • Bank statements last 6 months
  • Overview of existing debts
  • Purchase agreement

The Process

  1. Pre-approval (1-2 weeks)
  2. Appraisal (1 week)
  3. Final approval (1-2 weeks)
  4. Notary appointment (2-4 weeks)

Costs

  • Appraisal: €300-500
  • Opening fees: 0.5-1% of mortgage
  • Notary and registration: €1,000-2,000

Tip

Compare multiple banks - conditions vary significantly.

Aaron

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Aaron

Founder & Real Estate Agent

Aaron has over 10 years of experience in the Costa Blanca real estate market, helping buyers find their dream home.