Costs & Fees
The purchase price is only part of the story. Estimate the taxes, notary and legal fees you'll pay on top, then budget with confidence.
True-cost calculator
Country
Estimated extra costs in Spain (10–13%)
50,000 – 65,000
Total budget: roughly 550,000 – 565,000
What the fees cover
Spain
10–13%Transfer tax (ITP/IVA), notary, land registry and legal fees.
Portugal
6–9%IMT transfer tax, 0.8% stamp duty, notary and legal fees.
France
7–8%Notaire fees on older homes; new builds can be as low as 2–3%.
Italy
9–12%Registration tax, notary, agency commission and legal fees.
Greece
5–8%Around 3% transfer tax plus legal, notary and registry fees.
Indonesia (Bali)
8–12%Leasehold and notary costs, acquisition tax (BPHTB) and legal fees.
These are general estimates, not quotes. Rates change and depend on the property and your circumstances — your independent lawyer will confirm the exact figures for your purchase.