Notary services in Spain for foreigners and residents - with full legal support

Notary services in Spain are not just signing a document at a notary’s office, but a multi-step legal procedure where every detail matters. Most problems arise not in the notary’s office, but before the visit: because of unprepared documents, incorrect wording, lack of translations or lack of understanding of the legal consequences of signing.

For foreigners, notary services in Spain are particularly sensitive, as the notary does not explain the document in plain language and is not responsible for whether the client has understood its contents. That is why competent preparation and support is the key to ensure that notarial actions in Spain are carried out without risks, repeated visits and legal errors.

We organize the process of notary services so that the client clearly understands what exactly he signs, what consequences it creates and what further steps will be required after the notary.

Step 1: Analyzing the purpose of the notary service and the client’s situation

At the first stage, we find out in detail what exactly the notary service is required for: a power of attorney, a transaction, a corporate document, a family or property matter. This is fundamentally important, because the purpose determines the content of the document, its wording and further legal consequences.

We explain to the client what rights and obligations arise after signing a notarial deed and assess possible risks. This analysis helps avoid situations where the document is formally signed but does not correspond to the client’s real intentions.

Step 2: Preparation and legal review of documents

Then we prepare a full package of documents for the notary. We check personal data of the parties, availability and correctness of NIE, compliance of the documents with the requirements of the Spanish legislation. If the documents are issued outside Spain, we determine the need for apostille or legalization.

At this stage, the need for sworn translation is also verified. Notary services in Spain require all documents to be understood by the notary and be legally binding. We eliminate any inaccuracies in advance so that the notary does not refuse to sign.

Step 3: Agree on the text and make an appointment with a notary public

Before the visit to the notary, we agree on the text of the document and its key provisions. The client understands the content of the document in advance, rather than encountering it for the first time at the notary’s desk. We select the notary, agree on the date and format of the visit, taking into account language, complexity of the procedure and urgency.

This approach allows notary services in Spain to be carried out in one visit with no rework or postponements.

Step 4: Accompanying the signing of the notarial deed

When visiting a notary, the client acts with confidence and awareness. He understands what wording is used, what obligations arise and what exactly is confirmed by the notarial deed. This is especially important for foreigners, as the notary does not adapt the text to the client’s level of understanding.

We make sure that notarial actions in Spain are carried out correctly and according to the pre-agreed scenario.

Step 5: Further actions after the notary’s office

Once the notarized document is signed, the process often does not end. It may be necessary to register the transaction, transfer the document to a bank, government agency or third party. We explain to the client how to use the notarial deed correctly, where the original is required and where a copy is sufficient.

If the notary service is part of a broader procedure (purchase of real estate, opening a company, representation), we immediately build a further plan of action.

External official source:

Consejo General del Notariado (Spain):
https://www.notariado.org/