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Spain Targets Tourist Housing: 21% VAT and 100% Purchase Tax for Non-EU Buyers

Spain Targets Tourist Housing: 21% VAT and 100% Purchase Tax for Non-EU Buyers The Spanish government is taking bold steps in 2025 to curb speculative investment and housing stress in tourist-heavy cities. A newly proposed reform combines two aggressive measures: a 21% VAT on short-term tourist rentals and a 100% property purchase tax for non-EU, […]

Spain’s 2025 Tax Hike on Vacant Properties for Non-Residents

Spain’s 2025 Tax Hike on Vacant Properties for Non-Residents Spain’s 2025 housing reform introduces significant tax changes for non-resident property owners, particularly concerning vacant properties. Under the proposed legislation, non-residents who own unoccupied properties in Spain will face increased tax obligations through a progressive surcharge on the imputed income tax (IRNR). Key Points: Imputed Income […]

Spain Proposes 100% Corporate Tax Exemption for SOCIMIs Investing in Affordable Rentals

Spain Proposes 100% Corporate Tax Exemption for SOCIMIs Investing in Affordable Rentals In a significant new proposal from Spain’s PSOE-led government, SOCIMIs (Spanish REITs) could receive a 100% corporate tax exemption if they dedicate part of their property portfolios to affordable housing. The measure is designed to channel more institutional investment into long-term, accessible rental […]

Spain Expands Rental Income Tax Reductions to Non-Tensioned Areas: 2025 Proposal Explained

Spain Expands Rental Income Tax Reductions to Non-Tensioned Areas: 2025 Proposal Explained In an effort to stimulate affordable housing nationwide, the Spanish government has proposed a major expansion of personal income tax (IRPF) deductions for landlords who reduce their rental prices—even in areas not officially designated as “tensioned housing zones.” This new measure, part of […]

Rental Tax Deductions in Spain: Central Government Takes Control in 2025

Rental Tax Deductions in Spain: Central Government Takes Control in 2025 In a significant legal change announced in May 2025, the Spanish government has decided to centralize the decision-making authority for “tensioned housing areas”—the zones where landlords can access enhanced tax deductions for rental properties. Until now, this responsibility lay with Spain’s autonomous communities. The […]

VAT on Short-Term Rentals in Spain: What the New Proposal Means (2025)

Spain’s New Short-Term Rental Registry: What Property Owners Need to Know Before July 2025 Starting July 1, 2025, Spain will enforce a mandatory national registry for all short-term rental properties. This initiative, aligned with EU Regulation 2024/1028 and implemented through Spain’s Royal Decree 1312/2024, aims to enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and ensure fair competition in […]

VAT on Short-Term Rentals in Spain: What the New Proposal Means (2025)

VAT on Short-Term Rentals in Spain: What the New Proposal Means (2025) In May 2025, Spanish tax authorities proposed a major change that could significantly impact property owners offering short-term rentals. Under the new plan, VAT (IVA) at 21% would be applied to tourist rentals, even if no additional services are provided. This would mark […]

Tax Burden on Foreign Property Buyers in Spain: 2025 Outlook

Tax Burden on Foreign Property Buyers in Spain: 2025 Outlook A new draft bill submitted in May 2025 has sent shockwaves through the international real estate market. The Spanish government is considering a 100% property purchase tax for non-EU, non-resident buyers. This means that foreign investors from countries like the UK, US, Canada, and others […]

How to Pay Your Spanish Property Taxes Online: A Guide for Non-Residents

How to Pay Your Spanish Property Taxes Online: A Guide for Non-Residents Paying your Spanish property taxes online can seem confusing—especially if you’re a non-resident unfamiliar with Spain’s tax system. Between IBI (property tax), renta imputada (non-resident income tax), and various local agencies like SUMA or Recaudación de Patronato, it’s easy to get lost. This […]