Making a will in Spain as an expat ensures that your assets are passed on according to your wishes, without unnecessary complications for your loved ones. Without a Spanish will, your estate may be subject to delays, additional costs, and legal uncertainty at an already difficult time. Putting the right structure in place offers clarity, control, and peace of mind.
Wills & Succession
Making a will in Spain is strongly recommended for expats and non-residents, even if you already have a valid will in your home country. While a foreign will may be recognised, administering it in Spain is often slower and more complex for your heirs.
Under EU Regulation 650/2012, you can choose to apply the law of your nationality, but this must be clearly stated, which is why a Spanish will is the most practical way to ensure this is properly recorded. A Spanish will complements your existing will by addressing your assets in Spain.
To learn more, you can read our article on wills and inheritance in Spain: Complete guide for expats.
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-Spanish and English Solicitor-
As one of the leading solicitors in Malaga Spain, he is a legal expert with experience in property conveyancing, committed to preventing disputes through well-planned purchasing procedures. Focused on ensuring safe and legally compliant property transactions for international clients by providing thorough analysis and expert legal guidance.
Who should make a Spanish will
- Anyone who owns property in Spain
- Expats and non-residents with bank accounts or investments in Spain
- Anyone who wants to choose which law governs their succession (e.g. the law of their home country)
- Anyone who wants to protect their spouse or children under Spanish law
- Anyone who already has a foreign will but wants to ensure it is effective in Spain
Plan ahead. Protect your Spanish assets and your loved ones.
What making a Spanish will involves
Making a will in Spain is a straightforward process.
The will is prepared in a bilingual format (Spanish and English) and signed before a Spanish notary. Once signed, it is registered with the Central Registry of Last Wills and Testaments, ensuring that it can always be located when needed.
Tejada Solicitors drafts the will based on your nationality, your assets in Spain, and your individual family circumstances, helping you avoid common mistakes expats make with Spanish wills from the outset.
How to make a Spanish will
Making a will in Spain involves several steps, from the initial consultation to signing before a notary and official registration. This includes structuring your estate clearly and understanding how factors such as Spanish inheritance tax may affect your assets and beneficiaries.
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