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my wife passed away what do I do regarding ownership

May 29, 2010 · jaymic · 8 replies · 3461 views
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hi new to this site
I have a house in spain joint ownership with my wife ,we were both nonresident,my wife passed away last month ,just want to know what I need to do ,we have English wills but not spanish I had power of attorney when we bought the house 5 years ago.
any advice would be appreciated
many thanks john
May 31, 2010 · SpainExpat member
hiiiiiiii,


My Mom passed away a few months ago and my father already remarried. .... DO NOT sign it over. It sounds like the new wife wants the money.
May 31, 2010 · jaymic

> hi new to this site
I have a house in spain joint ownership with my wife ,we were both nonresident,my wife passed away last month ,just want to know what I need to do ,we have English wills but not spanish I had power of attorney when we bought the house 5 years ago.
any advice would be appreciated
many thanks john

not with anyone else just want to know what I have to do on the legal side
Jun 1, 2010 · ROB1305
Ok you need legal help - the death certificate has to be shown to a notary and papers signed to update the house in the local land registry. It is best, despite this being a difficult time for you, to arrange this sooner rather than later. You will also need to make arrangements with your bank regarding joint accounts etc.

Don't forget the British Consulate can help you

http://ukinspain.fco.gov.uk/en/help-for-british-nationals/living-in-spain/death-registration
Jun 1, 2010 · jaymic
thanks for that rob will I need to get the will translated into spanish ? THANKS JOHN
Jun 1, 2010 · ROB1305
I don't think Spanish recognise a British will - Spanish law says that the property passes to the legally married survivor but things can vary region to region you must take professional legal advice.
Jun 2, 2010 · SpainExpat member
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Jul 5, 2010 · miky23
yes correct, best to go straight to a lawyer