How do title deeds work in Spain?

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In Spain, property ownership is documented through the escritura pública (public deed) signed at the notary and inscribed in the Registro de la Propiedad (Land Registry). The Land Registry provides legal certainty — a registered owner has the strongest legal protection. You can request a Nota Simple from the registry to verify current ownership, property description, and any charges or mortgages. It's crucial that the property description in the escritura matches the Catastro (cadastral records) and Land Registry entry. Discrepancies between these records are common in older properties and should be resolved before purchase. Your lawyer will verify that the seller is the legitimate owner by checking the chain of title in the registry. The registration process after signing typically takes 2-4 weeks. WOW-Estates ensures all title deed matters are handled professionally through our trusted legal partners.