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Del Canto Chambers specialises in providing comprehensive probate support to UK nationals with interests or properties in Spain. Our expertise in the civil legislation, conflict of laws, probate procedures, and taxation of both countries ensures a seamless, professional, and efficient process during this challenging time.
Our Probate and Inheritance Tax services for UK nationals
We have a proven 100% success rate with the Probate and Inheritance Tax in Spain for UK national applications. Our team can provide personalised support worldwide through online consultations or in-person at our offices in London and Spain, including Palma, Ibiza, Madrid, Barcelona, Marbella, Algeciras, and Coruña. We manage your legal, Social Security, tax, and accounting matters, allowing you to focus on growing your business.
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In Spain, “Probate” is not a formal legal process as it is in the UK. Instead, the deceased’s assets are transferred directly to the heirs through an inheritance acceptance procedure, carried out before a notary. This process involves presenting the will or, in its absence, a declaration of rightful heirs. It is essential to work with a lawyer to ensure compliance with Spanish law.
The Inheritance and Gift Tax (Impuesto de Sucesiones y Donaciones, ISD) rates depend on:
Not necessarily. Spain and the UK have a double taxation treaty regarding inheritance taxes. This means that any tax paid in Spain can usually be credited against UK inheritance tax, and vice versa. However, heirs must declare the inheritance in both countries if they have tax obligations in each.
If there is no Spanish will, the inheritance process becomes more complex and depends on international succession rules. In most cases, the European Succession Regulation (Regulation 650/2012) allows the deceased to choose, via a will, whether the inheritance should follow the laws of their nationality or habitual residence. Without a will, the law of habitual residence will apply, which could lead to unexpected outcomes for UK nationals.
Essential documents include:
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