Expert guidance for international estates, probate and inheritance tax on the Costa del Sol.
Dealing with an inheritance in Spain after losing a loved one is both complex and time-sensitive. As a specialist inheritance lawyer in Mijas, Dolores Perujo guides families through the complete probate process in Spain — calmly, clearly, and efficiently. Many expats are unaware that Spanish inheritance law applies to all assets held in Spain regardless of the deceased's nationality, making experienced local legal support essential.
The process involves obtaining the death certificate, the Certificate of Last Wills (Certificado de Actos de Última Voluntad), gathering the full estate inventory, calculating Andalucía inheritance tax — which has generous reductions for direct relatives — and completing the formal acceptance of inheritance (escritura de aceptación de herencia) before a notary. Acting promptly matters: Spanish law imposes a six-month deadline from the date of death to file and pay inheritance tax.
Cross-border inheritances — where the deceased lived in another country but owned property or accounts in Spain — require particular expertise. As your probate lawyer in Mijas, Dolores liaises with foreign solicitors and tax authorities to ensure a smooth, compliant transfer of Spanish assets. International estates involving EU Succession Regulation 650/2012 are handled with precision, protecting beneficiaries wherever they reside. Fees are agreed transparently from the very first consultation.
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Comprehensive probate and succession support for expats and families on the Costa del Sol.
Dolores guides you through every stage of the inheritance process in Spain.
We obtain and verify the death certificate and all supporting documentation required to open the inheritance file.
We apply for the Certificado de Actos de Última Voluntad to confirm whether the deceased left a registered will in Spain.
We compile a full inventory and valuation of all Spanish assets — property, bank accounts, vehicles and other holdings.
We calculate and file the Andalucía inheritance tax return, applying all available reductions to minimise your liability within the legal deadline.
We execute the formal acceptance of inheritance before a notary and register the assets in your name at the Land Registry and other registries.
Serving families in Mijas, Fuengirola, Calahonda, Marbella and across the entire coast.
Our main office — C/Cártama 25, 29649
Mijas Pueblo, Mijas Costa & urbanisations
Inheritance & probate for Fuengirola residents
Probate & inheritance in Calahonda area
High-value estate administration & succession
Inheritance law services in Estepona
Probate & wills in Benalmádena
Full coast coverage for inheritance matters
Common questions about inheritance, probate and succession in Spain.