Spanish Tax Authority Rules Renovations Don’t Lower Base Price for Plusvalía Tax
Spanish Tax Authority Rules Renovations Don’t Lower Base Price for Plusvalía Tax If you’ve renovated your property and hoped those expenses would reduce your future local capital gains tax (plusvalía municipal), think again. Spain’s Dirección General de Tributos (DGT) has clarified that renovation costs cannot be added to the purchase price when determining the value […]
Spain’s 2025 Tax Control Plan: What Non-Resident Property Owners Need to Know
Spain’s 2025 Tax Control Plan: What Non-Resident Property Owners Need to Know The Spanish Tax Agency’s Annual Tax Control Plan for 2025 is now in force—and it’s shining a spotlight on non-resident property owners. If you own real estate in Spain but live abroad, this post is must-read: it explains the new audit focus areas […]
The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Tax Forms (2025): Everything Small Businesses & Freelancers Need to Know
The Ultimate Guide to Spanish Tax Forms (2025): Everything Small Businesses & Freelancers Need to Know Spain’s tax system is known for its complexity, especially when it comes to filing requirements. Whether you’re running a small company or working as a freelancer, getting your head around the various forms is essential for compliance and peace […]
Spain’s Double Taxation Treaties in 2025 – The Essential Guide
Spain’s Double Taxation Treaties in 2025 – The Essential Guide If you’re a cross-border worker, investor, or expat, Spain’s Double Tax Treaties (DTTs)—also known as Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs)—are vital allies in reducing your tax burden and simplifying your global tax obligations. In 2025, Spain continues to maintain one of the most comprehensive DTT networks […]
Spain Tax Deadlines 2026: Key Filing Dates for Residents, Non-Residents, Expats, and Businesses
Spain Tax Deadlines 2026: Key Filing Dates for Residents, Non-Residents, Expats, and Businesses Whether you are a Spanish resident, a non-resident earning income in Spain, or a foreign company with business activity in the country, knowing the correct Spanish tax deadlines is essential to remain compliant and avoid costly penalties. Spain’s tax calendar includes annual […]
UK–Spain Double Taxation Treaty: What UK Expats and Investors Should Know in 2025
UK–Spain Double Taxation Treaty: What UK Expats and Investors Should Know in 2025 If you’re a UK citizen living in Spain or investing there, the UK–Spain Double Taxation Treaty (DTA) is your essential guide to avoiding double taxation and making the most of cross-border investments. Here’s how the treaty works in 2025-26 and what practical […]
The U.S.–Spain Double Taxation Treaty in 2025: What Americans in Spain Need to Know
The U.S.–Spain Double Taxation Treaty in 2025: What Americans in Spain Need to Know The updated Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) between Spain and the United States, which came into force after years of political delay, is now fully operational and affecting thousands of individuals and businesses on both sides of the Atlantic in 2025. This […]
Wealth Tax in Spain: 7,200 More Super-Rich Paying, Total Wealth Nears €1 Trillion in 2023
Wealth Tax in Spain: 7,200 More Super-Rich Paying, Total Wealth Nears €1 Trillion in 2023 Spain’s wealth tax landscape is undergoing a dramatic revival. According to recent data, 7,190 additional high-net-worth individuals paid the wealth tax in 2023, bringing the total to 192,291 taxpayers. These taxpayers collectively hold nearly €1 trillion in wealth, and Spain […]
Spain’s Wealthy Restart Paying Wealth Tax: 99% Compliance in 2023
Spain’s Wealthy Restart Paying Wealth Tax: 99% Compliance in 2023 Spain’s wealth tax is back in force—and the numbers are telling. In 2023, a staggering 99% of individuals with fortunes exceeding €30 million paid the wealth tax, marking a sharp turnaround from the 27.5% compliance rate in 2022. This remarkable recovery in tax payments saw […]
Why You Should File Your Non-Resident Taxes in Spain Early (2025 Guide)
Why You Should File Your Non-Resident Taxes in Spain Early (2025 Guide) If you own property in Spain but live abroad—whether in the UK, Germany, France, or beyond—you’re obligated to file a non-resident tax return every year, even if your property sits empty. The required form is Modelo 210, and missing the December 31 deadline […]