GOLDEN VISA SCHEME IN SPAIN

The “Golden Visa Scheme in Spain” offering residency for purchasing a property as part of the scheme, is attracting investors to buy property in Spain and, in turn, boosting the housing market.  The Golden Visa Scheme in Spain is the new weapon in the war to attract property investment from overseas. Countries in Southern Europe are competing with each other to bring in money from countries such as Asia, the Middle East and Russia. In return, Spain is offering residency with the chance to apply for citizenship, plus, more importantly, for these countries, the opportunity to travel freely throughout the rest of Europe.

Conditions for Golden Visa Scheme

Obtaining a long-term residence that allows ease of travel in EU Schengen countries is a key factor for these non EU Citizens.  Investors from these non EU countries also understand that now is an opportune time to invest in real estate in Spain. The Golden Visa Scheme in Spain was introduced only a few weeks ago; in reality, it was introduced back in September, and we have noticed a change in our inquiries.

For an investment of at least €500,000 in the purchase of a property, a permit is issued. Initially, the permit is issued for one year and needs to be renewed every two years. Holders of the permit must travel at least once to Spain during the period of issue.  With Spain being a member of the Schengen Area, which enables free travel between 26 European countries, this is a small price to pay for such freedom for high-net-worth individuals who non EU Citizens.

Whilst they say that the Golden Visa Scheme in Spain may or may not have much effect on prices of property in markets such as Spain, they are a vivid illustration of how wealth has shifted in the world. The seriously rich and famous have always been able to take their pick of where to set up home, and now that privilege has spread to emerging countries across the world.

We have an exclusive section on our website dedicated to the Golden Visa Scheme in Spain with properties that are Golden Visa qualifying, so to obtain further information or to talk to a specialist, please don’t hesitate to contact a member of the KMS Property Team, where we will be happy to guide you to your dream home on the Costa Del Sol.