AFO
AFOs and legalisations
Does your home differ from what's on paper? An AFO clarifies your legal position, so you can sell or renovate later without worries.
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Your home in Spain, legally in order.
From AFO to inheritance: we find out where you stand and sort it out with the town hall, Catastro and Land Registry. With our own lawyer, in your language.
Our own lawyerGranada Bar Association
Local knowledgeper municipality on the Costa Tropical
In your languageEnglish, Spanish and Dutch
Remotely tooyou don't need to be in Spain
Sound familiar?
Most questions start with something that doesn't add up on paper. Pick the one that fits you.
How we can help
Every situation is different. We first review your file and then tell you honestly what's needed.
Georreferenciación
Georeferencing
We establish the exact location and boundaries of your plot. Often needed for a sale or inheritance, or when the land registry and reality differ.
Catastro · Registro
Catastro and Land Registry
Missing square metres or a different surface area? We find out where the difference lies and how to fix it.
Obra Nueva Antigua
Registering existing buildings
A pool, garage, storeroom or extension that was never registered? We'll still get it entered in the Land Registry.
Inmatriculación
First registration
Does your home or plot exist, but isn't it in the Land Registry? We gather the documents and arrange the first registration.
Herencias
Inheritance
We guide heirs from inheritance tax and acceptance to registration in their name, and with the sale if you wish.
Regularización
Regularisations
We map out incorrect surface areas, descriptions or registrations and resolve them wherever possible.
Postventa
Aftersales after buying or selling
We handle the ITP, Modelo 211, Plusvalía Municipal and transferring water and electricity.
Buyers from €500Sellers from €150excl. VAT
Not sure which category applies?We can also help with ownership issues and property documentation. Send us your situation and we'll work out what applies.
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How we go about it
Clear, in four steps. You always know where your file stands.
- 1
Assessment
We look at your situation and the documents you have. No obligation.
- 2
Investigation
We compare Catastro, Land Registry and reality. What doesn't match?
- 3
Plan and documents
You receive a plan of action. We gather what's needed.
- 4
Completion
We handle it with the town hall, notary and Land Registry until it's done.
Why local advice makes the difference
Spain has national laws, but in practice the region and even the town hall decide how things work. What's usual in Málaga sometimes works slightly differently in Salobreña. And Almuñécar, Salobreña and Motril are neighbours, but don't always take the same approach.
7%transfer tax (ITP) in Andalusia
10%in the Valencia region
We work in these municipalities every day. So we spot risks in time, without making them bigger or smaller than they are.
Read the full articleFrequently asked questions
Question not listed? Send us a message, we're happy to help.
Ask your questionWhat exactly is an AFO?
AFO stands for Asimilado a Fuera de Ordenación. With it, the town hall officially recognises a building that was once built without a permit but can no longer be demolished. Your legal position becomes clear, which makes selling or renovating much easier.
What does legal support cost?
That depends on your situation. After the first assessment you'll receive a clear proposal in advance, so there are no surprises. Aftersales costs from €500 after a purchase and from €150 after a sale, excluding VAT.
Do I need to come to Spain?
Usually not. Many of our clients still live abroad. We keep you updated by WhatsApp, email or video call, and where needed we work with a power of attorney.
How long does a process like this take?
That varies by procedure and by municipality. After the assessment we'll tell you honestly what to expect and keep you informed at every step.
Can you help even if I didn't buy through Roffa?
Yes. You can also hire us separately for legal questions or aftersales, even if you bought through another agent.
Tell us about your situation
Briefly describe your situation. We'll look into it and let you know within one working day what's needed.