Gran Canaria, Spain property — Mortgages & bridging for Gran Canaria property

Gran Canaria Property Finance

Mortgages & bridging for Gran Canaria property.

Residential mortgages and bridging for buyers in Gran Canaria — Meloneras and Maspalomas villas, Puerto Rico and Amadores apartments, and Las Palmas city property.

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In short

Can foreign buyers get a mortgage in Gran Canaria?

Yes. Non-residents can normally borrow 60–65% of value on Gran Canaria property over terms of five to twenty-five years. Lenders assess documented worldwide income rather than rental potential, and completion usually takes six to ten weeks.

  • Apartments, townhouses and villas across Meloneras and the wider area are financeable.
  • Fixed and Euribor-linked variable rate options are available.
  • Gran Canaria combines a year-round rental market with the Canaries' low transaction-tax regime.
  • Bridging can be used where a purchase must complete in weeks rather than months.

At a glance

Key facts

Figures reviewed:

Maximum LTV
Up to 65%
Loan size
€200k – €10m+
Term (mortgage)
Up to 25 years
Bridging term
6 – 24 months
Currency
EUR, GBP, USD
Indicative pricing
From 0.70% per month (bridging) / from 3.5% p.a. (term)Priced to profile, LTV, asset and lender. Live pricing confirmed on enquiry.
Typical set-up costs
10% – 12% of purchase price (taxes, notary, registry, legals)Purchase costs in Spain are payable in addition to your deposit.
Typical timeline to drawdown
4 – 8 weeks (bridging faster where required)Assumes a complete file; valuation and legal capacity drive the critical path. Where speed is required consider short term bridging finance to secure the property.
Adviser response time
Within one working day

Indicative figures for guidance only, correct as at July 2026. Rates, costs and timelines vary by lender, borrower profile, asset and jurisdiction, and are not an offer of finance. How we derive these figures.

Methodology and assumptions

  • Figures are compiled by Clifton International specialists from live lender term sheets, indicative quotes and completed transactions arranged over the preceding 12 months.
  • Rates and costs are stated as ranges rather than a single number because pricing is set case-by-case on borrower profile, residency, asset type, location and loan-to-value.
  • Timelines assume a complete document file from the outset; valuation, legal capacity and (in Spain) NIE and notary availability drive the critical path.
  • Costs exclude any lender, broker or third-party fees not stated on the page, and exclude currency movement between agreement and drawdown.
  • Figures are reviewed at least quarterly and re-checked against lender pricing whenever a material market change occurs.

Last reviewed . Read the full Key facts methodology, or speak to our team for a quote based on your circumstances.

Local data

Gran Canaria prices and purchase taxes

Reviewed

Transfer tax in Spain is set by each autonomous community, not centrally — the same €1m purchase costs materially more in some regions than others. These are the figures that apply to a Gran Canaria purchase.

Indicative price per m² and purchase taxes for Gran Canaria, reviewed August 2026

Autonomous community
Canarias (Canary Islands)The Canaries sit outside EU VAT: new builds carry 7% IGIC instead of 10% IVA, and the resale rate is among the lowest in Spain.
Indicative price per m²
€2,200 – €3,100 / m²Meloneras, Tauro and Las Canteras frontline run €4,000–€5,000/m²; inland and Vecindario stock is far cheaper.
Resale transfer tax (ITP)
6.5%
Stamp duty (AJD)
0.75%Applies to new-build purchases and to the mortgage deed.
New build from a developer
7% IGIC + 0.75% AJD
Total purchase costs (resale)
Approx. 8% – 9% of priceTaxes, notary, land registry and legal fees, payable on top of your deposit.

Price bands are indicative asking-price ranges compiled by Clifton International from Spanish portal listings and our own completed transactions in the preceding 12 months. Tax rates are the headline rates published by each autonomous community. Figures are guidance only, reviewed August 2026, and are not tax or legal advice — confirm the rate applying to your purchase with your Spanish lawyer. How we compile these figures.

Why clients choose us

Benefits at a glance

Up to 65% LTV

Non-resident residential lending to a maximum of 65% for prime Gran Canaria property.

Bridging finance

Short-term facilities for off-market, auction and refurbishment purchases across Gran Canaria.

Local knowledge

Deep experience across Meloneras, Maspalomas, Puerto Rico, Amadores, Las Palmas and the northern municipalities.

Multi-currency lending

GBP, EUR and USD income accepted by selected lenders, with multi-currency facilities available.

Refinance and equity release

Raising capital against Gran Canaria property you already own, typically to 60% of value.

One point of contact end-to-end

A single international specialist managing lender, notary and legal liaison.

Borrower eligibility

Who we can help

  • International buyers and expatriates purchasing in Gran Canaria
  • Non-EU nationals purchasing holiday or second homes
  • HNW individuals and business owners
  • Buyers of apartments, townhouses and villas
  • Purchases via personal name, SL, SPV or trust

Typical lending criteria

Indicative parameters

Maximum LTV
Up to 65%
Loan size
€200k – €10m+
Term (mortgage)
Up to 25 years
Bridging term
6 – 24 months
Currency
EUR, GBP, USD

Indicative only. Actual terms depend on borrower profile, asset and lender criteria.

Frequently asked

Questions from clients

Can non-residents get a mortgage in Gran Canaria?

Yes. Non-residents — including US, UAE, UK and European buyers — can typically borrow up to 65% of value on Gran Canaria property through Spanish and international lenders. Gran Canaria combines a year-round rental market with the Canaries' low transaction-tax regime.

What deposit do I need for a Gran Canaria property?

Around 35–40% of the price in cash, plus purchase costs and taxes on top. Funds must be traceable and evidenced before a lender will issue a formal offer.

Which Gran Canaria areas do lenders prefer?

Meloneras, Maspalomas, Puerto Rico, Amadores, Las Palmas and the northern municipalities are all well-evidenced lending locations. Less liquid or rural stock is still financeable, usually at a slightly lower loan-to-value.

Is bridging finance available in Gran Canaria?

Yes. Short-term bridging is regularly arranged for off-market and auction purchases, refurbishment projects and to bridge a home-country sale, typically over 6–24 months.

Can I borrow in a currency other than euros?

Yes. Selected international lenders will lend in GBP or USD, or offer multi-currency facilities, against Gran Canaria property — useful where your income is not in euros.

I'm self-employed — can I still borrow?

Yes. Lenders typically want two to three years of accounts or tax returns; company directors can combine salary, dividends and retained profits.

How long does a Gran Canaria mortgage take to complete?

Plan for six to ten weeks from full application to notary. Bridging can complete in two to four weeks where a deadline demands it.

Do I need an NIE and a Spanish bank account?

Yes — both are required to sign at notary and draw down a Spanish mortgage. We coordinate NIE, bank account opening, lawyer engagement and FX alongside the finance.

Is Las Palmas a different lending market to the south?

Yes. Las Palmas is a working city with year-round residential demand and strong comparables, while the southern resort belt is driven by tourism and second-home buyers. Both are financeable.

Can Gran Canaria rental income support the loan?

On residential mortgages lenders underwrite personal income. Where a property or portfolio is held commercially, rental income can be used with a debt-service cover ratio test.

Are golf-front and complex-managed properties acceptable security?

Generally yes, provided community charges are current and the title is a standard freehold. Timeshare or fractional interests are not financeable.

Local coverage

Where we lend in and around Gran Canaria

Las Palmas, Meloneras, Maspalomas and Puerto Rico. We also arrange property finance across the neighbouring areas below — one adviser, one conversation, whichever location you buy in.

Nearby covered areas

Not listed? We cover all of mainland Spain, the Balearics and the Canaries — tell us the town and we will confirm lender appetite.

Gran Canaria

Before you apply

What documents do you need for a Spanish mortgage?

Identity and NIE, two years of income evidence, six months of bank statements, source of wealth and the property paperwork — our free checklist sets out every document Spanish lenders ask international buyers for, by applicant profile.

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Where we cover

Mortgages across Spain

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Lender appetite matrix

Who lends to your profile here

Resale apartment / villa — appetite across every buyer profile. Indicative panel appetite reviewed July 2026 — not an offer of finance.

  • UK buyer (non-resident)

    StrongMax LTV 70%

    Standard non-resident product; sterling income accepted with a currency haircut.

    Buyer guide
  • US buyer (non-resident)

    SelectiveMax LTV 60–70%

    A subset of banks accept US persons; FATCA reporting drives the shortlist.

    Buyer guide
  • UAE / GCC-based buyer

    SelectiveMax LTV 60–70%

    Straightforward where salary certificates and bank statements are complete.

    Buyer guide
  • EU buyer (non-resident)

    StrongMax LTV 70–80%

    Euro income removes currency risk; best published non-resident pricing.

    Buyer guide
  • Swiss / Norwegian buyer

    StrongMax LTV 70%

    Treated close to EU profiles once income is evidenced in CHF or NOK.

    Buyer guide
  • Spanish resident / fiscal resident

    StrongMax LTV 80%

    Full resident product range with the longest available terms.

  • Corporate / SPV purchase

    LimitedMax LTV 50–60%

    Residential lending to a company is priced as commercial debt.

    Buyer guide
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