What is it about?

Wills are documents in which a person specifies how they want their assets and rights to be distributed after their death.

In addition, they can include personal provisions, such as those intended to protect minor children or the spouse.

In Spain, according to the applicable legislation, there are legitimate restrictions that limit the testator's freedom; the most relevant ones, though not the only ones, are in favor of the testator's descendants.

The law that determines the existence of these restrictions is the one corresponding to the testator (nationality or civil residency) at the time of their death. If the testator does not have Spanish nationality, it is important to make a will if they own assets in Spain.

Finally, it is important to note that during a declared epidemic and while confinement is mandatory, wills can be requested via videoconference.

Necessary Documentation:

• ID card or identity document.

• Personal details, such as: marital status, place and date of birth, names of the parents and whether they are alive or not, name of the spouse (if applicable), and details of the heirs.

• If the will involves the distribution of assets, the corresponding property titles should also be presented for proper identification in the will.

When can this service be used?

• Plan the distribution of assets.

• Name heirs.

• Designate executors.

• Make special provisions.