In brief What the NIE is: the Spanish tax identification number for foreigners. When it is needed: before signing any binding contract and visiting the notary. Where to obtain it:Czytaj więcej…

In brief Can a non-resident get a mortgage: yes, Spanish banks also grant mortgages to non-residents. How much the bank finances: usually up to 60–70% of the property value, soCzytaj więcej…

Most of the houses and apartments we sell in Spain are new-build properties bought straight from the developer. The buyer often pays deposits before the building even stands. Spanish lawCzytaj więcej…

For many buyers the Golden Visa is a reason to consider Dubai at all. The visa allows you to live in the Emirates long term, and its basis can beCzytaj więcej…

How much does property in Dubai really cost? Below we quote prices only from our current offer (as of 5 November 2026), so that you can see where you canCzytaj więcej…

Author: Marcin Liszkowski, World Residence. Updated: 20 October 2026. Short answer. Dubai has clear rules on registering ownership and on protecting payments for a purchase from a developer, but inCzytaj więcej…

Author: Marcin Liszkowski, World Residence. Updated: 20 October 2026. Short answer. No, the national NRUA number is no longer required. The Spanish Supreme Court (Tribunal Supremo), in judgment no. 620/2026Czytaj więcej…

Author: Marcin Liszkowski, World Residence. Updated: 20 October 2026. Short answer. Arras (contrato de arras) is a private, binding preliminary contract that the buyer and the seller sign before theCzytaj więcej…

Author: Marcin Liszkowski, World Residence. Updated: 20 October 2026. Short answer. Before buying a resale property in Spain you need to check a number of things: the nota simple (whoCzytaj więcej…

Dreaming of your own house or apartment in sunny Spain? Costa Blanca and Costa del Sol are places that combine natural beauty, the blue Mediterranean, golden beaches and an exceptionalCzytaj więcej…