The standard sequence for purchasing land involves several key steps to protect your investment:

: Generally, foreigners cannot own land within 15 kilometers of the borders or the coastline unless the land is in an urban area or you have specific government authorization.

: Your lawyer must perform a search at the Registro General de la Propiedad (RGP) to verify the seller is the legal owner and there are no liens or encumbrances.

: Check with the local municipality to ensure the land can be used for your intended purpose (e.g., residential vs. agricultural).

: Growing for tourism, but be mindful of the 15km shoreline restriction.

: Ensure the land has a "Registered Title" (Inscrita) in the General Property Registry (Registro General de la Propiedad). Avoid "Rights of Possession" (Derechos de Posesión) land, as these are not officially registered titles and carry much higher risk. 2. The Buying Process

: Small administrative fees paid to the Property Registry. 4. Popular Areas for Land Investment