Usual trawl of property alerts this weekend. In a way its a bit of a punishment because we truly aren't in a position to buy on a number of grounds. One in particular is the Spanish NIE huber that we require! The NIE Number is a tax identification number in Spain known as the Numero de Identidad de Extranjero.
The NIE Number is issued by the National Police of Spain and in accordance to Spanish law is required for the purchase or sale of any real estate, vehicle, or boat within Spain. Although largely ignored by the vast majority of foreigners up until the year 2005, the National Tax Identification number of Spain has been a requirement for all individuals conducting any type of business within Spain that involves purchasing or selling any items. The Spanish government have linked the NIE Number to various other departments such as the Social Security and residence (e.g. including the NIE Number on the tarjeta de residencia - residence card).
Something else to put on the bill. Will cost around 160 Euros each.
