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The "Nota simple" in Spain


A nota simple is a legal document that you will often hear in Spain. In this short article we give a brief overview of what it is and why it is so useful. It is important for a variety of reasons and applies to a wide range of cases.

In simple terms, it is one of the most important documents used in the Spanish property transfer process.

Definition

A nota simple is an official land registry report that gives a brief description of the property, its boundaries, the details of the property and whether it is indebted or free and clear of any encumbrances.

When is a " nota simple "required ?

  • To buy a property.
  • To sell a property.
  • For a rental property.
  • To apply for a mortgage.
  • For an asset search.
  • For a matrimonial procedure.
  • For inheritance procedures.
  • For debt collection.
  • When the Fraud Unit searches for ill-gotten assets in Spain.
  • Private detectives.

What information can be found in a " simple note "?

  • Current ownership.
  • Type of property (freehold, leasehold, rustic, urban, OPV, etc.)
  • General description of the property.
  • Its delimitation
  • Charges, debts, etc.
  • Other.

Who needs a " nota simple " ?

  • Matrimonial proceedings: tracing of a party's Spanish property ownership.
  • Inheritance procedure: search for the Spanish assets of a deceased person.
  • Debt recovery: tracing assets in Spain belonging to natural or legal persons, seizing them legally (a separate legal service applies, please consult us).
  • Buying, selling or renting a property in Spain: find out if a property has charges or debts, long-term tenants, if the seller is your contact (avoid sale or rental scams), if a property is classified as rural or urban, if there are legal proceedings pending against it (embargo, unpaid taxes, unpaid community fees, legal limitations, etc.)
  • Loan applications: if you are applying for a (mortgage) loan on a property, you will be asked for this updated document.

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