Key data
| Regulation | Resolution of 8 September 2026, from the General Directorate of Legal Security and Public Faith — Ordinary contest no. 325 |
|---|---|
| Publication in BOE | 14 September 2026 |
| Entry into force | 14 September 2026 |
| Application deadline | 15 calendar days from publication (until approximately 29 September 2026) |
| Affected parties | Active Property Registrars, Commercial Registrars and Personal Property Registrars |
| Territorial scope | All Spanish territory, except Catalonia (manages its positions in a coordinated manner) |
| Category | Public Sector — Mobility and position provision |
| Source | BOE-A-2026-19133 |
Ordinary contest no. 325 convenes vacant positions for Property Registrars, Commercial Registrars and Personal Property Registrars throughout Spanish territory, with the exception of Catalonia, which manages its own positions in a coordinated manner. The Resolution of 8 September 2026 from the General Directorate of Legal Security and Public Faith sets an application submission deadline of 15 calendar days from 14 September 2026, placing the deadline closure around 29 September 2026.
For active Registrars contemplating a change of destination, this contest is the formal channel and the deadline is immovable. Failure to submit an application in due time and form means losing the opportunity until the next ordinary contest.
What does this regulation establish?
The resolution regulates the process of providing vacant Registrar positions through the ordinary contest system. The essential points are:
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type of contest | Ordinary contest no. 325 |
| Convening body | General Directorate of Legal Security and Public Faith |
| Registers convened | Property Registers, Commercial Registers and Personal Property Registers |
| Excluded scope | Catalonia (manages its positions in its own coordinated manner) |
| Application channel | Exclusively electronic |
| Maximum number of applications | One per participant |
| Order of preference | Must be indicated if applying for multiple registers |
| Publication of final resolution | In the BOE, with notification to affected autonomous communities |
| Available remedies | Administrative contentious appeal (2 months) or discretionary reconsideration appeal (1 month) |
The final resolution of the contest will be published in the BOE and will be communicated to the affected autonomous communities to proceed with the formal appointment of the awarded candidates.
Operational impact and consequences
Although this contest does not generate direct costs for private companies, it does have relevant operational consequences for the Registrars themselves and, indirectly, for users of the registers:
- For active Registrars: It is the only formal channel to change destination within the corps. Missing the deadline means waiting for the next ordinary contest, with no set date.
- For affected Registers: The award of vacant positions may involve changes in register ownership, with a consequent transition period that may affect processing times for companies and individuals.
- For autonomous communities: They will receive formal notification of the final resolution to proceed with appointments, which implies administrative coordination between the State and the autonomous communities.
- For Catalonia: Its positions are outside this contest and are managed in its own coordinated manner, so Registrars assigned to Catalonia must follow the specific channels of that community.
Who does it affect?
- Active Property Registrars who wish to change destination or access a vacant position.
- Active Commercial Registrars interested in mobility or filling announced vacancies.
- Active Personal Property Registrars under the same conditions.
- Autonomous communities (except Catalonia) that must coordinate the formal appointment of awarded candidates.
- Law firms and advisory services working with affected registers: may experience variations in response times during periods of ownership transition.
Practical example
A Property Registrar currently assigned to a register in an inland province wishes to transfer to a vacant position on the coast. To do so:
- Accesses the call published in the BOE on 14 September 2026.
- Prepares their electronic application before 29 September 2026 (15 calendar days from publication).
- In the application, indicates the order of preference for the registers they are applying for, given that they may apply for several but can only submit one single application.
- Once the call is resolved, the award is published in the BOE and communicated to the corresponding autonomous community for formal appointment.
- If they disagree with the resolution, they have 2 months to file an administrative contentious appeal, or 1 month for the discretionary reconsideration appeal.
If this Registrar does not submit their application within the 15 calendar day deadline, they will not be able to participate in contest no. 325 and must wait for the next ordinary call.
What should Registrars do now?
- Verify the deadline: The 15 calendar day deadline is counted from 14 September 2026. The approximate final date is 29 September 2026. No extension is provided for.
- Check the vacant positions announced: Review the complete list of vacant registers published with the resolution in the BOE-A-2026-19133.
- Prepare the electronic application: Submission is exclusively electronic. Verify that you have a valid digital certificate or identification system before starting the process.
- Define the order of preference: If applying for multiple registers, the application must include the order of preference. This order is binding and cannot be modified after submission.
- Submit a single application: Only one application per participant is accepted. A second application would cancel or invalidate the previous one according to the contest regulations.
- Save the submission receipt: Keep the electronic acknowledgment of receipt as proof of participation within the deadline.
- Monitor the BOE for the resolution: The final award will be published in the BOE. In case of disagreement, the deadline for reconsideration appeal is 1 month and for administrative contentious appeal is 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
What is the deadline for submitting the application in contest 325 for Registrars?
The deadline is 15 calendar days from the publication of the resolution in the BOE, which took place on 14 September 2026. This places the approximate final date at 29 September 2026. No extensions are provided for in the published regulation.
Can I submit more than one application in ordinary contest no. 325?
No. Each participant can only submit one single valid application. If applying for multiple registers, all must be included in that application indicating the order of preference. A second application could invalidate the previous one.
Does contest 325 affect Registrars in Catalonia?
No. Catalonia is expressly excluded from the scope of this contest. The autonomous community manages its own Registrar positions in a coordinated manner and through its own channels, independent of this state-level ordinary contest.
How is the application submitted and where?
Submission is exclusively electronic. Paper or in-person applications are not accepted. It is essential to have a valid electronic identification system (digital certificate, electronic ID or similar) before starting the process.
What remedies are available against the final contest resolution?
Against the final resolution, two options are available: the discretionary reconsideration appeal (deadline of 1 month from publication) or the administrative contentious appeal (deadline of 2 months). Both deadlines are counted from the publication of the resolution in the BOE.
Official source
View complete regulation in official source (BOE-A-2026-19133)
Notice: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For specific decisions, consult a qualified professional. Source: https://www.boe.es/diario_boe/txt.php?id=BOE-A-2026-19133
