Documents for Buying Property on Fuerteventura: These Documents Must Be Provided by the Seller
- Oliver Schlolaut
- Apr 2
- 3 min read
Seller Documents Fuerteventura: Introduction
Anyone looking to buy a property on Fuerteventura should know exactly which documents the seller must provide. Many risks do not arise from the property itself, but from missing, outdated, or contradictory documentation. This article gives you a compact overview of the most important documents — without legal overload and without the full depth you will find in my comprehensive Property Guide.
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Land Registry & Proof of Ownership
Nota Simple (current land registry extract)
The Nota Simple shows the owner, encumbrances, and legal details. Buyers should always request a current version to ensure that no mortgages, embargoes, or usage rights exist.
Escritura Pública (notarial title deed)
The Escritura documents how the seller became the owner and whether the property is fully and correctly described — especially important for older houses or properties with extensions.
Cadastre & Surface Data
Cadastre Extract (Certificación Catastral)
The cadastre extract contains location, surface data, and building elements. On Fuerteventura, cadastre and land registry often do not match — a comparison is essential.
Aerial Images & Orthophotos
Useful for identifying unregistered extensions or modifications.
Habitability & Technical Documentation
Licencia de Primera Ocupación / Cédula de Habitabilidad
The habitability certificate confirms that the property may legally be used as a dwelling. Without this document, water and electricity contracts can become problematic.
Energy Certificate (CEE)
A mandatory document for every property sale in Spain.
Technical Documentation for New Builds
Seguro Decenal · Proyecto Visado · Certificado Final de Obra · Licencia de Primera Ocupación
Financial & Tax Documentation
IBI Receipts (last four years)
Property tax must be fully paid. Buyers should review the last four payment receipts.
Waste Fees & Running Costs
Tasa de Basura · Water bills · Electricity bills · Possible legacy contracts
Community Documentation (for apartments & complexes)
Minutes of the owners’ meetings · Proof of paid community fees · Planned special assessments
Holiday Letting (VV) – Important Documents for Tourist Rentals
Registration Number (VV Licence)
For tourist rental properties, the seller must provide the valid registration number.
Proof of Income & Operation
Booking overviews · Tax documents · Operating costs
Why Complete Documentation Matters When Buying Property on Fuerteventura
Missing or incomplete documentation can lead to delays, additional costs, or legal issues. A professional review protects buyers and ensures a smooth transaction.
Full Document Checklist in the Property Guide
This blog article provides a compact overview.
The complete, detailed, and legally compliant document checklist can be found in my comprehensive Property Guide for Fuerteventura.
You will find:
a complete list of all required documents
explanations of risks and special cases
guidance for new builds, existing properties, and holiday rentals
tax considerations
legal pitfalls
a clear step‑by‑step structure
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