Managing Spanish bank accounts, investments, or other assets from the UK can feel complicated. From property-linked accounts to investment portfolios, ensuring that all transfers and legal formalities are handled correctly is essential.
At Marc White & Co., we help UK clients navigate these processes with confidence, combining UK-based guidance with trusted Spanish lawyers to avoid mistakes, delays, or legal complications.
Why UK Clients Encounter Difficulties
Cross-border asset management involves both Spanish and UK legal and regulatory frameworks. Common challenges include:
- Understanding which documents are required to transfer funds or access accounts remotely
- Navigating Spanish banking authorisations and power of attorney requirements
- Coordinating tax reporting obligations in both Spain and the UK
- Avoiding rejected transfers due to incomplete legalisation or notarisation
Without specialist advice, even routine transactions can face delays or unexpected issues.
How English Lawyers Specialising in Spanish Law Can Help
Our team of English lawyers specialising in Spanish law provides UK-based clients with comprehensive support. This includes:
- Document Preparation: Drafting and notarising powers of attorney or authorisations for Spanish banks and investment institutions
- Coordination with Spanish Lawyers: Liaising directly with Spanish lawyers to ensure all local requirements are met
- Cross-Border Compliance Advice: Explaining how UK regulations, inheritance rules, or tax obligations affect Spanish accounts and assets
- Streamlining Transfers: Ensuring documentation and authorisations are accepted first time, avoiding delays or rejected transactions
Our approach draws on extensive experience helping UK clients manage Spanish bank accounts and assets from the UK. This expertise complements the guidance we offer in resolving Spanish administrative issues from the UK, particularly for paperwork and cross-border coordination.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
UK clients often encounter problems when:
- Using incomplete or improperly notarised powers of attorney
- Misunderstanding Spanish banking or investment requirements
- Failing to coordinate with Spanish lawyers, leading to rejected transfers
- Overlooking tax obligations in either jurisdiction
Working with a Spanish lawyer through a UK-based team like ours ensures that each step is handled correctly, reducing the risk of errors and saving time. For an overview of how UK clients benefit see our guidance on why UK clients should use English lawyers specialising in Spanish law.
FAQs About Transferring Spanish Assets
Can I manage my Spanish bank accounts from the UK?
Yes. With correctly prepared powers of attorney and authorisations, transfers and account management can be handled remotely.
Do I need a Spanish lawyer?
While not always legally required, using a Spanish lawyer ensures compliance with all local rules and prevents delays or rejected transactions.
What documentation is required?
Depending on the asset type, notarised powers of attorney, translations, and apostilles may be necessary. We handle all of this for you.
How long does it take to transfer assets from Spain to the UK?
Timing varies, but working with UK-based specialists and Spanish lawyers ensures paperwork is accepted quickly and efficiently.
Can I avoid tax issues when transferring assets?
Yes. We provide cross-border guidance to help you meet all Spanish and UK obligations, reducing the risk of penalties.
Get Support with Spanish Assets from the UK
Transferring Spanish bank accounts or managing assets from the UK doesn’t need to be stressful. At Marc White & Co., we combine UK-based legal expertise with trusted Spanish lawyers to ensure every step is handled efficiently, correctly, and in full compliance with both jurisdictions.
Contact us today to get tailored advice and support for managing your Spanish assets from the UK.