Tenant Rights in Spain: Expert Explains Eviction Protections

In a recent video interview on El Balcó, a program on SER Catalunya, legal expert Jaime Palomera addressed the concerns of a tenant, Anaïs, whose social housing apartment had been purchased by a new owner. Anaïs received a call requesting a visit and an offer to leave the apartment. Palomera clarified, "No one can enter your home without a court order." He explained that the tenant's contract provides legal protection against eviction without proper judicial proceedings. He emphasized that even if the tenant stopped paying rent, a lengthy legal process would be required before eviction. This case highlights the importance of tenant rights and the legal protections afforded under existing contracts in Spain. The video concludes with a reminder that the rule of law protects tenants.