Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi
Question about the Spain Golden Visa
If husband and wife are looking to get Spain golden visa, does the qualifying house purchase have to single name only, and the other person get visa as a spouse, or is it ok to buy a 500k+ house in joint names?
Answers
These are the answers of some Facebook group members:
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Start the Moving to Spain Hub →“If the couple is legally married under community of property, they can buy the property in joint names and then both spouses can get the Spain Golden Visa.”
“The house can be in the name of both husband and wife… we went thtough the Spain golden visa and our property is under our names as owners”
“It depends! If you are married in a country with community laws then you can jointly apply. If you are married in UK then apply in one persons name and then apply for dependants (spouse) Spain golden visa.”
“Our house is in my husband’s name only and I got my GV by being his wife. I understand that recently the inheritance laws in Valencia have changed so that now I can inherit the house tax free if that situation were to arise.”
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Explore Cities →In conclusion, based on the feedback from members of Spainguru’s Golden Visa Facebook group, the eligibility for joint property ownership when applying for the Spain Golden Visa appears to be influenced by marital laws in the couple’s country of origin. For couples married under community of property laws, purchasing property in joint names is permissible, and both spouses can subsequently obtain the Spain Golden Visa. For those married in countries without such laws, like the UK, it might be more straightforward to register the property under one spouse’s name and then have the other apply as a dependent. Additionally, it’s worth noting that recent changes in inheritance laws in specific regions, such as Valencia, may impact decisions on property ownership. As with all legal matters, it’s crucial to seek professional advice tailored to individual circumstances to navigate the complexities of the Golden Visa process.
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