Ibiza.law · part of Castell.law
The best lawyers in Ibiza, in English and German
Independent lawyers for international clients in Ibiza, with a clear focus: buying and selling property safely, from villas and fincas to apartments, plots and businesses. We also handle civil disputes, criminal defence, divorce, inheritance and residency across the island.
- Property purchases and sales in Ibiza
- English, German and Spanish
- Every town on the island
- Written quote before we start
Why buying property in Ibiza needs a specialist lawyer
Ibiza has some of the highest property values in Spain and some of the strictest rules: rustic land, the coast, water and holiday rentals. The agent is paid by the seller and the notary is neutral, so nobody checks the property for you unless your lawyer does.
Illegal works are common
Pools, annexes, terraces and extensions built without a licence. On rustic land they may never be legalised, and the buyer inherits the problem.
Rental income is restricted
Holiday rental licences in Ibiza are limited and tied to the property and its capacity. A listing that promises rental income may have no licence at all.
Deposits are signed early
Reservation and arras contracts commit around 10% of the price within days. We review them before you sign and add the conditions you need.
Each town has its own rules
Eivissa, Santa Eulària, Sant Josep, Sant Antoni and Sant Joan each apply their own planning on top of the island plan of the Consell d'Eivissa.
Legal services of our lawyers in Ibiza
Property is our main practice in Ibiza, supported by lawyers in every other area an international resident, owner or visitor may need.
Buying & selling property
Purchases and sales of villas, fincas, apartments, plots and commercial property in Ibiza, from the first offer to the registered title.
Villas, fincas & coast
Rustic land, licences, pools, annexes, water and the Coastal Law: the checks that decide what an Ibiza villa is really worth.
Rental & investment
Holiday rental licences, long-term letting, beach clubs, restaurants, hotels and commercial leases in Ibiza.
Planning & construction
Building and renovation licences, illegal works, legalisation, infringement proceedings and island planning rules.
Civil law & disputes
Contracts, debt claims, property disputes, landlord and tenant cases and civil litigation before the Ibiza courts.
Criminal defence
Arrests, police stations, rapid trials, drink-driving, drugs and assault charges for residents and visitors in Ibiza.
Family & inheritance
Divorce, custody, international families, wills, inheritance and Balearic inheritance tax for residents and foreign owners.
Residency & business
Residence permits, the non-lucrative visa, digital nomads, companies, seasonal staff and the tax of doing business in Ibiza.
Lawyers across Ibiza
Local legal guidance in every town and village of Ibiza, from Eivissa and Santa Eulària to Sant Josep, Sant Antoni and Sant Joan.
When to call a lawyer in Ibiza today
Some situations cannot wait a few days. If you are in one of them, speak to a lawyer before you sign, pay or make a statement.
Call now: +34 680 464 800You have been sent an arras contract
Most buyers lose money here. Have it reviewed before you sign.
You have found the villa or finca
Check rustic land, licences, water and the coast before you commit.
Someone has been arrested in Ibiza
Detainees have the right to a lawyer of their choice. Call us.
You have received a rental fine or inspection
Deadlines are short and fines in Ibiza are very high.
How we handle your property purchase in Ibiza
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First conversation
You send us the listing or the document you were asked to sign. We explain what needs checking and give you a written, fixed-scope quote.
- 2
Due diligence
Land Registry, Cadastre, licences, rustic land, the coast, debts and rental licence, connected and reported in writing in your language.
- 3
Contracts and money
We negotiate the reservation, arras and purchase contract around your risks and control every payment.
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Notary and registration
We complete at the notary in Ibiza, pay the taxes and follow the deed until the title is registered in your name.
Lawyers in every municipality of Ibiza
Ibiza has five municipalities, each with its own town hall, planning rules and property market. We act in all of them.
Lawyers in Ibiza Town
Dalt Vila, the Marina, Talamanca and Playa d'en Bossa: apartments, townhouses and the island's courts.
Learn moreLawyers in Santa Eulària
Jesús, Santa Gertrudis, Sant Carles, Es Canar, Cala Llonga and Roca Llisa: villas and rural fincas.
Learn moreLawyers in Sant Josep
Es Cubells, Cala Vadella, Sant Agustí, Sant Jordi and the west coast: the island's prime villa market.
Learn moreLawyers in Sant Antoni
Sant Antoni bay, Sant Rafel and the countryside: apartments, hospitality and rental rules.
Learn moreWhy choose Ibiza.law as your lawyers in Ibiza
Ibiza.law is the Ibiza practice of Castell.law (Castell Law & Investments), a Balearic law firm with more than twenty years advising international clients. We combine property specialists with lawyers in every other area, so one team handles your matter from start to finish.
Property first
Buying and selling property in Ibiza is our core work: villas, fincas, apartments, plots and businesses.
Independent, on your side only
We take no commission from agents or sellers, so we tell you the truth about the property.
English, German and Spanish
Advice, reports and explanations in your language, with written summaries you can share with your family or bank.
Remote when you need it
With a power of attorney we can complete your purchase, sale or inheritance without you travelling.
Frequently asked questions about lawyers in Ibiza
Buying property in Ibiza
Do I need a lawyer to buy property in Ibiza?
It is not compulsory, but the agent usually works for the seller and the notary is neutral. Only your own lawyer checks licences, rustic land, debts and rental rights for you. Property lawyer ›
Can I rent my Ibiza property to tourists?
Only with a valid holiday rental licence. Apartments in multi-family buildings cannot be let to tourists in Ibiza, and licences for houses are limited. Rental licences ›
Other legal matters
Do you handle criminal cases in Ibiza?
Yes. We assist people arrested or charged in Ibiza, including tourists, at the police station, the duty court and trial. Criminal defence ›
Can you help with an inheritance in Ibiza?
Yes. We handle Spanish inheritances for foreign heirs, including wills, inheritance tax and the sale of inherited homes. Inheritance ›
About the firm
Do you speak German?
Yes. We advise in English, German and Spanish. The whole website is also available in German. About us ›
Do I have to travel to Ibiza?
Not necessarily. With a power of attorney we can act for you at the notary, the Land Registry and many proceedings. Power of attorney ›
What our clients ask most about Ibiza
Buying property in Ibiza: the step-by-step legal guide
Read the guide Buying & selling propertyProperty purchase costs and taxes in Ibiza
Read the guide Buying & selling propertyProperty lawyer in Ibiza for buying and selling with confidence
View service Villas, fincas & coastBuying a villa or finca in Ibiza: the legal checks that matter
View service Rental & investmentTourist rental licence lawyer in Ibiza
View service Buying & selling propertyArras contract review in Ibiza, before you sign or pay
View service Criminal defenceCriminal lawyer in Ibiza for residents and visitors
View service Family & inheritanceInheritance lawyer in Ibiza for foreign heirs and owners
View service Lawyers across IbizaLaw firm for Santa Eulària des Riu: lawyers for villas, fincas and families
View serviceTalk to a lawyer about your Ibiza property or case
Call, WhatsApp or email us in English, German or Spanish. Send the listing, the contract or a short summary of what has happened, and we will explain your legal position and the next step.