Legal advice in the old town —Gothic Quarter, Born, Raval and Barceloneta—, with protected buildings, older buildings and particularly strict urban planning rules.
Ciutat Vella holds Barcelona's greatest historical appeal and also its most demanding regulations: listed buildings, tourist-licence restrictions (PEUAT) and older buildings that require a careful technical review. It is an area of great interest to investors, but with specific risks.
We offer all our real estate law services in Ciutat Vella and across Barcelona: conveyancing, taxes, inheritance, earnest money, due diligence and leases.
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It depends: Ciutat Vella has strong restrictions (PEUAT) and most new tourist licences are limited. We verify the exact situation of the property before you buy.
They check the legal and land-registry status of the property (nota simple, charges and community debts), negotiate and draft the earnest money (arras) contract and the deed, review the taxes on the transaction and guide you through to signing before the notary, protecting your interests in Ciutat Vella.
Conveyancing fees are typically between 1% and 1.5% of the price, or a fixed fee depending on the complexity of the case. We give you a closed quote after reviewing your transaction, with no obligation.
Yes. We work in English and Spanish and have experience with non-resident buyers and investors: NIE, bank account, mortgage for non-residents and signing by power of attorney. See our guide to buying as a foreigner.
From the deposit or arras to the deed it usually takes 4 to 8 weeks, depending on financing and paperwork. With a well-drafted arras contract and due diligence done, the process is fast and secure.
Tell us about your case and we'll connect you with the specialist real estate lawyer for your transaction in Barcelona.
