Why We're Different
A digital gestoria built for the 21st century
The Traditional Gestoria Problem
For decades, expats in Spain have had to navigate bureaucracy through traditional gestorias. While they get the job done, the experience often leaves much to be desired.
Office Hours Only
Need to drop off documents? Better take time off work. Traditional gestorias operate 9-5, forcing you to rearrange your schedule around them.
Paper Everywhere
Physical copies of everything. Filing cabinets. Handwritten notes. Lost documents. The traditional approach creates chaos and delays.
Status Unknown
"We'll call you when it's ready." Weeks pass with no updates. You're left wondering if anything is happening at all.
Language Barriers
Many traditional gestorias speak limited English. Technical legal terms get lost in translation, leading to confusion and mistakes.
High Overheads
Prime location rent, large staff, paper storage costs. These overheads get passed directly to you through higher fees.
Location Dependent
Live in a rural area? Far from a major city? Your options are limited to whoever happens to be nearby.
The Digital Difference
Here's how we do things differently at Hola Legal
100% Online Process
Upload documents from your phone. Sign with online notary. Track progress 24/7. No office visits required unless you prefer them.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. No surprise charges. Our prices include government fees and are clearly displayed upfront. You know exactly what you'll pay.
Real-Time Updates
Get notified the moment something happens with your application. See exactly where you are in the process. Never wonder "what's happening?" again.
Multilingual Team
Fluent in English, Spanish, and German. We explain everything clearly in your language while handling all the Spanish paperwork natively.
Lower Costs
Based in beautiful Vélez-Rubio, not an expensive city center. Paperless operations and automated workflows mean we pass real savings to you.
Faster Processing
Digital document handling means no delays for post or couriers. We submit applications as soon as everything is ready. Time is money.
How We Keep Costs Down
Quality service doesn't have to mean high prices
Smart Location Choice
Traditional gestorias pay thousands monthly for prime city-center offices. Our team works from our office in beautiful Vélez-Rubio, where overheads are a fraction of the cost.
Paperless Operations
No printing, no filing cabinets, no paper storage. Everything is digital from day one. Better for us, better for the environment, better for your wallet.
Automated Workflows
Smart systems handle repetitive tasks automatically. This means our team spends time on what matters: your case. More efficiency = lower costs.
Online Notary Integration
Many procedures that traditionally required expensive notary visits can now be completed online. We've partnered with online notary services to make this seamless.
Why Digital Is Simply Better
Available 24/7
Upload documents at midnight. Check your status at 6am. Our platform never sleeps, even if we do.
Location Independent
Living in rural Andalusia? Temporarily abroad? It doesn't matter. Our service works wherever you are.
Secure & Backed Up
Your documents are encrypted and backed up. No risk of fire, flood, or misplaced files destroying important paperwork.
Instant Communication
Quick question? WhatsApp us. Need a document? We'll send it instantly. No waiting for callbacks or office hours.
Easy Repeat Services
Already used us before? Your information is saved. Renewals and new applications are faster and easier.
Eco-Friendly
No paper waste. No commuting to offices. Our digital approach is better for the planet too.
The Comparison
See how we stack up against traditional gestorias
| Traditional Gestoria | Hola Legal | |
|---|---|---|
| Document submission | In-person during office hours | Online, anytime, anywhere |
| Languages | Spanish (limited English) | English, Spanish, German |
| Status updates | "We'll call you" | Real-time via WhatsApp/email |
| Pricing | Often unclear, hidden fees | Fixed, transparent pricing |
| Notarization | Physical notary visits | Online notary available |
| Availability | 9am-2pm, 5pm-8pm | 24/7 online access |
| Document security | Physical filing cabinets | Encrypted cloud storage |
| Location requirement | Must be near their office | Anywhere in Spain (or world) |
Ready to experience a better gestoria?
Join the hundreds of expats who've made the switch to digital.