Industrial Units in Catalonia: Buy, Sell and Rent

When purchasing a resale industrial unit in Catalonia, the main tax is transfer tax (ITP) at 10% of the purchase price. For new-build industrial properties, VAT (IVA) of 21% applies instead of ITP, plus stamp duty (AJD) of 1.5%. Additional costs include notary fees, land registry fees and legal fees. Total acquisition costs are typically 13 to 16% above the agreed purchase price depending on the transaction type. camiacasa provides a full cost breakdown before you commit to any purchase.

Yes. Any foreign individual purchasing property in Spain requires a NIE (Numero de Identificacion de Extranjero), the Spanish tax identification number for foreigners. Foreign companies must obtain a CIF (Codigo de Identificacion Fiscal) before completing a purchase. Both EU and non-EU nationals and companies can buy industrial property in Spain without restriction. camiacasa assists with NIE and CIF applications as part of the purchase support service.

Yes, Spanish banks do offer commercial mortgages to foreign companies and individuals for industrial property acquisitions. Typical loan-to-value ratios for commercial and industrial properties are 60 to 70% of the appraised value. Lenders require a Spanish CIF or NIE, audited company accounts, and proof of revenue. Interest rates and conditions vary by bank and applicant profile. camiacasa can introduce you to specialist commercial finance brokers who work with international clients.

Catalonia's main industrial belts run along the A-2 motorway corridor (Martorell, Abrera, Castellbisbal), the Valles Occidental ring (Terrassa, Sabadell, Barbera del Valles), and the Valles Oriental axis (Granollers, Montmelo). The Tarragona and Reus area is the principal logistics hub for port-related distribution. The 22@ district in Barcelona and Cerdanyola del Valles host technology and light industrial parks. The most competitive land prices per square metre are found inland, while proximity to the Barcelona ring roads and the AP-7 motorway commands a premium.

The typical process involves five stages: (1) Property search and shortlisting with camiacasa guidance; (2) Due diligence — legal, urban planning and environmental checks on the unit; (3) Reservation or option-to-purchase agreement with a deposit (usually 10%); (4) Financing confirmation if a mortgage is required; (5) Signing of the deeds (escritura) before a Spanish notary and payment of taxes. The full process from search to completion typically takes two to four months. camiacasa coordinates each stage with local lawyers and notaries.