Nota simple
Nota simple for Spanish property, in English
Guides, local information and free tools for owners and buyers of property in Spain who need to check the Land Registry from abroad.
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Obtain the Spanish Land Registry extract for a property without having to identify the correct registry yourself. We check the property details, submit the request and email the nota simple to you, usually within 24–48 hours on working days.
Guides
- What is a nota simple in Spain?A nota simple shows the registered property, owners and charges in Spain. Learn what it includes, what it omits and when you may need this document.
- Spain's Catastro and the Land Registry: what each one doesUnderstand Spain's Catastro and the Land Registry, which document each provides, and how to spot important mismatches before buying a Spanish property.
- Spanish title deeds: understanding the escrituraSpanish title deeds explained: understand the escritura, replace a lost copy and check current ownership and property charges with a nota simple.
- Buying property in Spain: a checklist before you signBuying property in Spain? Use this clear checklist to verify ownership, debts, planning records and key documents before you sign or pay.
- What to do with an inherited property in SpainInherited property in Spain? See the main inheritance steps, confirm registered ownership and charges, and order the right property record first.
- How to check debts on a property in SpainCheck debts on property in Spain with a nota simple. See registered mortgages, embargos and other charges before you buy or handle an estate.
- How to read a nota simple: the Spanish terms explainedNota simple translation guide explaining ownership, charges and key Spanish terms, so you can read your property record with greater confidence.
- Selling property in Spain as a non-residentSelling property in Spain as a non-resident? See which documents buyers and agents request, including a recent nota simple, before you prepare.
Free tools
- Find a Spanish cadastral reference by addressEnter the address and get the 20-character referencia catastral of every unit in the building, with its use and floor area according to the Catastro.
- Which Land Registry covers my property?Pick the province and town. We ask the Spanish registrars' public directory which Registro de la Propiedad serves it.
- Find your property in the Spanish CatastroEnter the address as it would appear in Spain. You will see the aerial photo with the plot outlined and the basic Catastro data.
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