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Probate Lawyer in Spain for Foreign Beneficiaries
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Probate in Spain: A Structured Legal Process for Foreign Families
Managing Spanish probate from abroad often feels complex: unfamiliar documents, different legal terminology, strict tax deadlines and the need to coordinate with executors, notaries and Spanish registries.
Our firm assists foreign heirs, executors and probate solicitors with every stage of the Spanish estate procedure. We clarify the steps, handle the documentation locally, and ensure the estate is legally transferred to the rightful beneficiaries under Spanish law.
The goal is simple: a process that is predictable, transparent and legally secure, whether you are in the UK, Ireland, the US, Canada or Australia.
Our Expertise in Spanish Probate
We specialise in assisting international families navigating the Spanish probate procedure. Our legal team handles:
- Spanish probate proceedings involving foreign wills and foreign executors.
- Coordination with UK, Irish, US, Canadian or Australian probate documents to ensure recognition in Spain.
- Obtaining Foreigner Identification Numbers, certificates and notarial documents required by Spanish authorities.
- Spanish Inheritance Tax calculations and filings within mandatory deadlines.
We work closely with foreign law firms, executors and families to provide a seamless, end-to-end solution — without the need for you to travel to Spain.
Why Our Spanish Probate Service Stands Out
We combine legal precision with clear communication and support tailored to families navigating grief and administrative pressure from abroad.
01
Specialised in cross-border estates
We handle Spanish estates involving wills and probate systems from English-speaking countries.
02
Clear explanations
No jargon. We translate Spanish legal requirements into straightforward English.
03
Local handling
We deal with notaries, registries, banks and tax authorities on your behalf.
04
Predictable timelines
You know what each stage involves and when each step will be completed.
Who We Assist
We assist beneficiaries, executors and solicitors worldwide managing Spanish assets, including:
- UK & Ireland
- United States
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
- South Africa
- EU Member States
- International law firms
- Executors & trustees
If you are unsure whether your case qualifies, you can contact us and receive clear guidance.
Spanish probate does not need to be overwhelming.
We guide you from the first document to the final registration — with clarity, structure and legal precision.
How Spanish Probate Works
A step-by-step process handled entirely from Spain:
1
Initial assessment
We review the foreign will, probate documents and Spanish assets, and advise on what is required.
2
Document preparation
We obtain FIN Foreigner Identification Number, certificates, translations, legalisations and notarial documents.
3
Notarial probate deed
The Spanish notary certifies the inheritance acceptance, allowing the estate to be formally transferred.
4
Tax filing & registration
We calculate Spanish Inheritance Tax, file it within deadlines, and register the property or assets in your name.
Contact our team
We are here to help you navigate your legal or administrative matter in Spain.
If you need personalised guidance, you can send us a short message and our team will:
- Review your enquiry
- Clarify the steps and requirements
- Identify what you can do next
- Provide direct assistance suited to your situation