Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi
Question
Hi, regards the Spain golden visa, can I include the house I purchased in October 2013?
Answers
These are the answers of some Facebook group members:
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“I found this statement from a lawyer here in spain…it seems you may be able to..Worth checking with an immigration lawyer…
Non-EU nationals who spend at least €500,000 in cash on a property can then get a residency permit, and path to citizenship. You can also apply retrospectively if you can show you have spent €500,000 in cash in Spanish since September 28, 2013, when the scheme launched.”
“Any outright owned property / properties, that were paid for in FULL with no mortgages or loans or assets secured against them, can be legally included in the GLV if the 500k € was paid from 14th September 2013 and you have deeds to reflect this date or later!”
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“Within 1 year of purchase”
“Nope. To apply for GV you can go right back to September 2013.
Any property purchase made by you in your name, outright (i.e. without mortgage) since then can go into the GV investment amount “pot”.
In conlcusion, according to Spainguru Facebook group members, the consensus indicates some variability in understanding. While there is an initial inclination to believe that only new purchases qualify, multiple sources, including statements from a lawyer, suggest that properties acquired outright without mortgages or loans since September 28, 2013, can indeed be considered for the Spain golden visa program. However, as with any complex legal or immigration matter, it is highly recommended to consult directly with an immigration lawyer in Spain to ensure clarity and accuracy for individual circumstances.
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