Independent legal representation for international buyers, residents and families in Marbella and across the Costa del Sol. Full due diligence on property, Spanish wills, visa applications, non-resident tax and inheritance — delivered in plain English, with fixed fees and a named specialist on your case.
Marbella has one of the most diverse and well-established expat communities in Spain. British, Scandinavian, Irish, Dutch, German and Middle Eastern residents live alongside a growing population of American and Canadian professionals, second-home owners and retirees. Property values are high, transactions are often international, and tax exposure — both Spanish and in the client's home country — is rarely straightforward.
Platinum Legal Spain was built for exactly this kind of client. We work with buyers, sellers, residents and families across Marbella, Puerto Banús, Nueva Andalucía, San Pedro de Alcántara, Elviria, Los Monteros and Guadalmina — advising on property purchases, wills, inheritance, tax residency, the Non-Lucrative Visa, the Digital Nomad Visa, and every piece of Spanish paperwork in between.
Everything is handled in English. Fees are fixed and agreed in writing up front. Most of our work is delivered online through secure video consultations and our encrypted document portal, meaning you can instruct us from the UK, the US, Canada, Ireland or anywhere else — and we'll have everything ready before you arrive.
Whether you're buying a villa in Nueva Andalucía, preparing a Spanish will, applying for the Non-Lucrative Visa, or need non-resident tax advice on a Marbella rental, our team covers every legal matter expats in Marbella face — end to end.
Independent legal representation for buyers across Marbella, Puerto Banús, Nueva Andalucía, Elviria and the Golden Mile. Full title, debt and planning due diligence, NIE, tax, contracts and completion.
Property Legal ServiceTransactional support for sellers — Nota Simple, capital gains planning, Modelo 210 non-resident withholding, Plusvalía and contract handling. Fixed fees, fast turnarounds.
Selling ServiceSpanish wills drafted bilingually for Costa del Sol asset-holders, probate administration and Andalusian inheritance tax planning (including the 99% regional allowance for close family).
Wills & InheritanceNon-Lucrative Visa applications for retirees and financially independent clients relocating to Marbella. Portal-based application, document review, consulate coordination. Fixed fee €1,499.
NLV ServiceDigital Nomad Visa for remote employees and contractors relocating to Marbella. Portal-based application, Beckham Law eligibility check, named immigration specialist. Fixed fee €1,899.
DNV ServiceModelo 210 for non-resident owners, rental income tax, capital gains planning, Beckham Law for inbound professionals, double-tax treaty advice for UK, US and Irish residents.
Tax & Fiscal AdviceNIE, TIE, empadronamiento, digital certificate, apostilles and sworn translations (capped at €200) — handled end-to-end so you don't waste a day at the comisaría.
NIE & AdminSL company formation, autónomo registration, commercial contracts, and Marbella-specific business licences. For investors, entrepreneurs and DNV-linked freelancers.
Business ServicesSpanish divorce, cross-border custody, pre-nuptials, family reunification and international family law for expats living in and around Marbella.
Family Law ServiceWe work with the nationalities and client profiles that make up the Costa del Sol's expat population — from British retirees on the Golden Mile to American tech professionals relocating to Marbella under the Beckham Law.
Post-Brexit residency, second-home buyers, retirees and cross-border inheritance cases.
NLV and DNV applications, Beckham Law, US/Spain tax coordination and FATCA.
Residency, property purchases, dual-tax planning and relocation to the Costa del Sol.
EU freedom-of-movement residency, property, wills and Andalusian tax advice.
Long-established expat community — property, wills, tax and relocation support.
Property purchases, non-resident tax and cross-border inheritance for Dutch nationals.
Luxury and off-plan purchases in Marbella, Nueva Andalucía and the Golden Mile.
Commercial property, SL company structures and tax-efficient ownership.
Marbella and the wider Costa del Sol have specific legal and tax rules that affect almost every expat case — from property due diligence on off-plan builds to Andalusian inheritance tax allowances. Here are the four issues that come up most often.
Marbella has one of the most active new-build markets in Spain, with luxury off-plan developments in Nueva Andalucía, La Cala de Mijas (just east), Benahavís and the New Golden Mile. Off-plan purchases are legitimate and common — but they carry specific risks that resale purchases do not.
Inheritance tax in Spain is set partly by national law and partly by each autonomous community. Andalusia — where Marbella sits — has some of the most favourable allowances in the country for close family members. Getting the right Spanish will and estate structure in place can reduce inheritance tax exposure dramatically.
Most foreign owners in Marbella are non-tax-residents of Spain — but they still have annual Spanish filing obligations on the property itself. These are frequently missed, and the Agencia Tributaria does catch up eventually, particularly on rental properties.
Marbella increasingly attracts senior professionals relocating from the UK, US and Northern Europe — often under the Digital Nomad Visa route. For many of these clients, the Beckham Law (Special Expats' Regime) can reduce Spanish tax exposure dramatically in the first six years of residency.
You don't need to be in Marbella to instruct us. Most cases are handled entirely online — secure video consultations, encrypted document uploads, and a named specialist from day one.
Book a free 20-minute call. We'll confirm your situation, the service you need in Marbella, and give you a fixed fee in writing — before any work begins.
Your named specialist takes over the Spanish side — due diligence, notary, land registry, tax office, consulate, community of owners. You stay in the loop via secure portal.
Whether it's signing at the notary, submitting a visa, or registering a Spanish will, we take it to completion — and stay available for follow-up Marbella legal matters.
Traditional Costa del Sol law firms were not designed for international clients. Slow replies, jargon, surprise invoices and no visibility over the process — most people you speak to will have experienced at least one of these in Marbella.
Platinum Legal Spain was built to fix that specifically. Every element of the service — from fees to document handling to communication — is structured for the way expat clients actually live and work.
"I bought an apartment in Spain through Vibe Real Estate. During the purchase, I hired PLS to monitor all legal and contractual agreements. Great help — everything handled professionally and clearly."
"Magnificent service. Great professionals. Attentive to solve any setback that may occur. Totally recommended."
"We asked PLS to help us with the purchase of our new home in Spain. Several legal issues arose and the team at PLS were instantly on the ball. Their attention to detail and constant updating of information cannot be faulted."
We don't maintain a walk-in office in Marbella itself. Instead, we deliver service to Marbella clients online and from our coastal offices in Murcia, Torrevieja and Valencia. If you need an in-person meeting, we can arrange one at a partner location in Marbella by appointment.
Almost every legal matter in Marbella can be handled without you or us travelling. If a notary signing is required in Marbella itself, we coordinate with a notary on the Costa del Sol and brief them on the matter in advance.
Clear, practical guides on buying in Marbella, Spanish wills, Andalusian inheritance tax and more.
NIE, deposits, bank guarantees, off-plan risks and completion — everything international buyers need to know.
Read Guide →Why every expat owning property in Marbella should have a Spanish will, and how Andalusia's 99% allowance works.
Read Guide →How Modelo 210 works, what you need to file, and how rental income and capital gains are taxed.
Read Guide →We work with expat clients throughout the Costa del Sol. Browse our location pages for the town or city most relevant to you.
Whether you're buying in Nueva Andalucía, preparing a Spanish will, applying for the NLV or handling a non-resident tax issue — book your free 20-minute consultation and get a fixed fee in writing before any work begins.