Banks in Spain are subject to restrictions and regulations in order to protect the consumers ´ rights.
Find below a list of the largest Spanish Banks in relation to their solvency and their asset value.
In addition to that, some foreign banks have branches in Spain, especially near by areas where foreign people live (Málaga, Alicante, Baleares, Canarias, Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca...)
We advice you not to downvalue offers made to you by Spanish Banks; in general, they can provide you with a wide range of services, including real estate.
However, do not renounce to negotitate terms and conditions with your local bank. Do not forget to ask for a binding offer.
Spanish Banks´ Ranking:
1. Santander
2. BBVA
3. Caixabank
4. Bankia
5. Banco Popular Español
6. Banco Sabadell
7. Bankinter
8. BMN
9. Liberbank
10. Kutxabank
Other useful links | |
Latest news on the property market in Spain Selection of news articles related to the real estate market here. | |
Mortgages in Spain, a brief introduction to the Spanish mortgage market, how it works and interest rates in Spain | |
Spanish banks, before applying for a mortgage, find out more about Spain's most popular banks and Spanish savings banks. | |
Property taxes in Spain, description of taxes involved in purchasing property and yearly property taxes in Spain. | |
Useful Spanish vocab for buying a house - you should learn at least the basic terms. Check out our pronunciation guide too. | |
Renting property in Spain - if you want to buy to rent, then read this section and our free notice board of property to rent in Spain. | |
Spanish lawyers - information on lawyers fees in Spain for property transactions | |
Houses for sale in Spain - take a look at the kind of houses available. Or check out our free Spain property for sale board. |