Enforcing a judgment in Spain or from Spain in the EU

General information only, not legal advice.

From the EU to Spain

A judgment from another Member State is enforceable in Spain without a declaration of enforceability. The debtor can only resist on limited grounds.

From Spain abroad

A Spanish judgment is likewise enforceable in other Member States. Before suing, check where the debtor holds assets.

Timing in Spain

Enforcement of a Spanish judgment must be requested within five years of finality.