Business accounts: Acta De Identificación De Titular Real

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Hey bunqers 🌈,

When creating a new Business account with us in Spain, we may request your company’s Acta de Identificación de Titular Real — this is a notarial document that identifies the people (beneficial owners) who hold more than 25% of your company’s shares or voting rights.

Why is the Acta De Identificación De Titular Real needed?

Spanish law (Law 10/2010) requires this document as part of anti-money laundering regulations. It helps ensure transparency and confirms who actually owns or controls the company.

How can I get the Acta De Identificación De Titular Real?

If the company already has one on record: Your notary will have it archived. You can request a certified copy directly from that notary.
If the company does not have one yet: The company’s legal representative must go to a notary and request the preparation of the act. They will need to:
- Provide identification and proof of legal representation.
- Present company documents (such as incorporation deeds).
- Declare the beneficial owners (individuals holding more than 25%).

Once the notary prepares and signs the act, it becomes part of the official record and can be referenced or retrieved later.

Is the Acta de Identificación de Titular Real mandatory for all companies in Spain?

Yes. All Spanish legal entities (except listed companies and some public-law entities) are required to identify and declare their beneficial owners — those who own or control more than 25% of the share capital or voting rights. This is mandatory under Law 10/2010 on the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing.

Where can I get the Acta de Identificación de Titular Real?

You can obtain it from your Spanish notary.

If your company already signed one in the past, the original is stored at the notary’s office where it was issued. You can request a copy there.
If your company doesn’t have one yet, the legal representative must request it at any notary by providing identification, company documents, and details of the beneficial owners.