Marbella Property Finance
Specialist residential mortgages and short-term bridging finance for international buyers (including US, UAE, UK and European) purchasing property in Marbella — from Puerto Banús apartments to Golden Mile and Sierra Blanca villas.
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In short
Yes. Non-resident buyers routinely finance Marbella property to around 65% LTV over terms up to 25 years. Prime Golden Mile, Sierra Blanca and La Zagaleta purchases are typically funded by international and private banks comfortable with high values and international income.
At a glance
Figures reviewed:
Indicative figures for guidance only, correct as at October 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.
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At a glance
Standard non-resident mortgages cover most purchases; private banking and bridging handle prime values and short deadlines.
| Route | Max LTV | Indicative pricing | Time to funds | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-resident mortgage | 60–65% | ~3.5–5% p.a. | 8–12 weeks | Villas and apartments to ~€5m |
| Private bank facility | 50–70% | ~4–6% p.a. | 8–14 weeks | Prime villas above €5m |
| Bridging | Up to 65% | 0.7–0.9% pcm | 2–6 weeks | Fast completion or refurbishment |
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Indicative figures only. Actual terms depend on borrower profile, asset and lender criteria.
Local data
Price data
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 Marbella purchase.
Official price per m² and purchase taxes for Marbella, Q2 2026
Source for price per m²: Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible (MITMA), Valor tasado de la vivienda libre, Q2 2026 (published September 2026). Figures are the official average bank-valuation price of private housing (vivienda libre), in euros per m², for municipalities over 25,000 people or, where a town is not published, the province or region shown. Valuation prices usually sit below portal asking prices. Tax rates are the headline rates published by each autonomous community. Guidance only — not tax or legal advice; confirm the rate applying to your purchase with your Spanish lawyer. View the official MITMA data · Compare all 30 Spanish locations · Data disclaimer · How we compile these figures.
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Why clients choose us
Non-resident residential lending to a maximum of 65% for prime Marbella property.
Short-term facilities for off-market, auction and refurbishment purchases across the Costa del Sol.
Deep experience in the Golden Mile, Sierra Blanca, La Zagaleta, Nueva Andalucía and Puerto Banús.
Access to Spanish, Swiss and Andorran private banks for higher-value villas and estates.
GBP, EUR and USD income accepted by selected lenders, with multi-currency facilities available.
A single international specialist managing lender, notary and legal liaison.
Borrower eligibility
Typical lending criteria
Indicative only. Actual terms depend on borrower profile, asset and lender criteria.
Rates this month
Last updated:
12-month Euribor (September 2026)
3.247%
+0.293 on August 2026
Variable margin
0.90% – 1.75%
over Euribor
Indicative variable rate
4.15% – 5.00%
Euribor + margin
Non-resident fixed
2.80% – 3.90%
10–25 year products
Marbella is several markets in one. Frontline and gated villa areas price far above the town average, and lenders apply tighter checks on older villas with planning questions.
| Area | What lenders see |
|---|---|
| Golden Mile & Puente Romano | Prime frontline; private bank facilities are typical above €3m. |
| Sierra Blanca & Cascada de Camoján | Gated villa enclaves with strong lender appetite. |
| Marbella Old Town & centre | Apartments and townhouses; straightforward non-resident terms. |
| Nueva Andalucía | Golf Valley apartments and villas; popular for rental. |
| San Pedro de Alcántara | Family homes and new-build schemes near the beach. |
| Elviria & East Marbella | Good value for villa buyers. |
Neighbourhood character only — for current price-per-m² figures, see the official Ministry of Transport data in the local property market table above. The lender's valuation decides the loan.
Resale ITP is a flat 7%; new builds carry 10% IVA plus 1.2% AJD.
Some older Marbella villas need a planning regularisation (AFO) or first-occupation licence. Lenders will not lend until your lawyer confirms the legal position.
Andalucía requires registration for tourist lets, and some communities ban them. Confirm before relying on short-let income.
Stage payments on new builds should be protected by a bank guarantee; mortgage drawdown normally happens at completion.
General information only, not legal or tax advice. Your Spanish lawyer should confirm the position on any property.
Worked example
Recalculated with rates published
An international buyer purchasing a €500,000 resale property in Marbella with a 65% LTV non-resident mortgage. With 12-month Euribor at 3.247% (September 2026), the €325,000 loan over 25 years currently costs between €1,742 and €1,899 a month on a variable rate, or about €1,601 on a mid-band fixed rate.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Deposit (35%) | €175,000 |
| Andalucía transfer tax (ITP) | €35,000 |
| Notary, registry and legal fees (indicative ~2%) | €10,000 |
| Total cash needed | €220,000 |
| Mortgage at 65% LTV | €325,000 |
| Product | Rate | Monthly repayment |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed (mid-band) | 3.35% | €1,601 |
| Variable, lowest margin | 4.15% | €1,742 |
| Variable, highest margin | 5.00% | €1,899 |
Transfer tax: 7% flat, using the published headline rate for Andalucía. Andalucía replaced its old 8%–10% sliding scale with a single 7% rate in 2021 and has kept it since — a saving of roughly €30,000 on a €1m resale versus the previous top band. Notary, registry and legal fees are an indicative estimate, not an official figure. Official price and tax data · Data and estimates disclaimer.
Euribor: official September 2026 12-month average (3.247%) from the Banco de España / BOE. Fixed, mixta and margin bands: Clifton International lender panel, reviewed 2 November 2026; mid-points used. Indicative only — not a quote, offer or recommendation.
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Recent transactions
Published transactions from our own case study library — select any to read the full brief.
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Estepona · Non-Resident Mortgage
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A 70% LTV Spanish mortgage was secured through a specialist partner for a UK tax-resident international professional relocating to a €1.6m primary residence in Estepona.
Frequently asked
Yes. Marbella is one of the most active non-resident lending markets in Spain, with non-resident buyers able to borrow up to 65% LTV via Spanish and international lenders.
Around 35–40% cash deposit plus approximately 10–12% of the price for transfer tax, notary, registry and legal fees.
Yes — prime Marbella villas in the Golden Mile, Sierra Blanca, La Zagaleta and Nueva Andalucía are strong lender collateral, with private banks active on the largest tickets.
Yes. Short-term bridging is regularly arranged for off-market, auction and refurbishment purchases on the Costa del Sol, typically for 6–24 months.
Yes — selected international lenders and private banks will lend in GBP or offer multi-currency facilities against Marbella property.
Yes. New-build purchases attract 10% IVA plus 1.5% AJD in place of ITP; mortgage financing is available on completion or, in some cases, in stage payments.
Yes. Spanish and international lenders typically want 2–3 years of accounts, SA302s or tax returns; company directors can combine salary, dividends and retained profits, and private banks will lend against wealth or asset-backed income where earned income is complex.
Most Spanish retail lenders require the mortgage to end by age 70–75; private banks and international lenders can extend to age 80, and interest-only structures are available for older borrowers with strong assets.
Both. Long-dated fixed rates, variable rates linked to a benchmark, and mixed fixed-then-variable products are all available to non-residents — we compare the whole market against your income profile and holding period. Current pricing is provided on enquiry.
Plan for 8–14 weeks from full application to notary, subject to a clean valuation, title and NIE. Bridging can complete faster — typically 2–4 weeks once due diligence is underway.
The three most common exits are refinance onto a long-term Spanish mortgage, sale of another asset (often a home-country property in the UK, US or elsewhere), or sale of the Marbella property itself once refurbished, repositioned or short-term let.
Non-regulated bridging on Spanish property is priced case-by-case, based on LTV, location, borrower profile and the strength of the exit. Expect a monthly interest cost plus an arrangement fee, legal and valuation costs — we provide indicative pricing after a short call.
Yes. Non-resident remortgages and equity-release refinances are available up to 60–65% LTV — commonly used to cut rate, raise capital for another purchase, or restructure onto interest-only or a longer term.
Yes — both are required to sign at notary and drawdown a Spanish mortgage. We coordinate NIE, bank account opening, lawyer engagement and FX alongside the finance so timelines stay aligned.
Local coverage
Golden Mile, Puerto Banús, Nueva Andalucía, Sierra Blanca and La Zagaleta. 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.
Buying in Marbella? Estimate your monthly repayment on a fixed or Euribor-linked variable rate with our Spanish mortgage calculator.
Also in Marbella
Bridging is often the route to securing the property; the mortgage then repays it.
Short-term bridging in Marbella — Golden Mile, Sierra Blanca and Puerto Banús purchases, renovation and cash-out, completed in weeks.
Senior development debt for Marbella villa clusters, replacement villas and boutique apartment schemes.
Before you apply
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.
Also consider bridging
Non-resident Spanish mortgages typically take 8–14 weeks. Where timing is tight — auctions, off-market deals, chain-breaks or a pending home-country sale — short-term bridging can complete in 2–4 weeks and refinance onto a mortgage later.
Fast, short-term facilities for chain-breaks, auctions, off-market deals and pre-mortgage completions.
Learn moreComplete on a Spanish home before your mortgage or overseas sale is in place.
Learn moreSide-by-side decision framework covering speed, cost and exit routes.
Learn moreTypical rates, fees and worked examples for €500k–€5m Spanish bridging deals.
Learn moreCurrency exchange
Most non-resident buyers fund the deposit, taxes and fees from sterling or dollars. A 5% move in GBP/EUR between the arras contract and the notary can add thousands to your euro cost — we introduce you to a specialist currency partner who can fix your rate early.
Clifton introduces clients to a specialist currency partner and does not hold, convert or transfer client funds.
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Where we cover
We facilitate non-resident mortgages and bridging finance across every major Spanish market. Explore the other cities we cover, or jump straight to a specific service.
Book a consultation
30 minutes with an international specialist to review the deal, confirm indicative terms and outline a clear path to completion.
Lender appetite matrix
Resale apartment / villa — appetite across every buyer profile. Indicative panel appetite reviewed July 2026 — not an offer of finance.
UK buyer (non-resident)
Standard non-resident product; sterling income accepted with a currency haircut.
Buyer guideUS buyer (non-resident)
A subset of banks accept US persons; FATCA reporting drives the shortlist.
Buyer guideUAE / GCC-based buyer
Straightforward where salary certificates and bank statements are complete.
Buyer guideEU buyer (non-resident)
Euro income removes currency risk; best published non-resident pricing.
Buyer guideSwiss / Norwegian buyer
Treated close to EU profiles once income is evidenced in CHF or NOK.
Buyer guideSpanish resident / fiscal resident
Full resident product range with the longest available terms.
Corporate / SPV purchase
Residential lending to a company is priced as commercial debt.
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