Read the latest news and get essential updates and information about taxes in Spain. You can also read our guide to taxation in Spain and get a complete overview on how the Spanish tax system works, what tax rules affect foreign residents, how to submit your Declaración de la Renta, and much more.
Following the rumours of a potential new 'exit tax' for Brits leaving the UK which have since been ruled out, we look at the UK taxes and fiscal responsibilities Brits may actually have to deal with when moving to Spain and living here.
Many foreigners have tax obligations in Spain but might not have a Spanish bank account to pay them from. Changes by Spain's tax authorities might just make it easier, depending on your circumstances.
Over the past two decades, many wealthy people in Spain moved to Portugal for its favourable tax regime. Now that the Iberian neighbour's fiscal perks are running out, they're looking to return to Spain to get tax benefits via the Beckham Law.
If you're self-employed in Spain and work from home there are several expenses you can offset against tax. Find out exactly what is allowed in your case.
Being told you're up for a tax inspection in Spain can be particularly daunting as a foreigner, especially if you're self-employed. Here's how to act, what documents to provide and other useful advice.
Now that millions of people in Spain have submitted their annual tax returns and are awaiting a reply from Hacienda is when criminals are attempting the most tax-related scams. Here is what you should look out for.
The deadline to file Spain's annual tax return is tomorrow (June 30th). The Spanish tax office has a range of penalties it can impose if you fail to file your "declaración de la renta". Here's what you need to know and if you are exempt.
You must complete your 2025-2026 'Declaración de la Renta' (annual income tax return) before June 30th 2026. This step-by-step guide can help you complete the process.
If you're an American living in Spain, you may not know that your child may have tax obligations in the US, despite not living there. The Local Spain spoke to a US tax expert to find out what parents need to know.
The deadline for Spain's annual income tax return - 'la declaración de la renta' - is on June 30th 2026. Here's a roundup of everything you need to know about the process, from who has to file it to what taxes and deductions are applied.
Americans in Spain typically need to file two sets of tax declarations – one in the US and one in Spain. They may also have to declare any foreign bank accounts.
‘Autónomo’ fees in Spain are notoriously high but there are a number of expenses that self-employed workers can deduct in order to cut costs on their quarterly tax returns.
There are many types of residents in Spain that don't work for one reason or another, be it that they're pensioners, unemployed, or earn a passive income. Does this mean they are exempt from paying taxes in Spain?
The Spanish Tax Agency's plan to overturn a recent court ruling in favour of Colombian singer Shakira could have implications for high-earning foreigners, digital nomads, and remote workers who split their time between Spain and other countries.
It’s impossible to live in Spain and not have to deal with its often frustrating bureaucracy, and for that you’ll usually need professional help. So for which official matters should you hire a gestor, a lawyer or a notary? What can they do and not do?
Spain's Tax Agency will send out around 130,000 letters to those who have already filed their income tax declarations this year, warning them of inconsistencies. What are the main issues they're flagging and what should you do if you get a warning letter?
After 35 years, Spanish authorities have decided to remove Gibraltar from their list of 'tax havens'. The decision will have very positive tax and political implications for 'The Rock', in particular for cross-borders workers and businesses.
Tax, like most bureaucracy in Spain, is notoriously difficult to get your head around and even more tricky to submit yourself. Therefore, you'll likely need to hire a gestor, but how much should you be paying for their services?
The Spanish island of Mallorca has always been appealing to foreign buyers and now even more so as law firms and estate agents are selling it as an "inheritance paradise".
Spain takes tax fraud very seriously and there can be severe consequences if you're found out. Read on to find out what the fines and possible jail sentences are for tax evasion.
A Spanish court has ordered the tax authority to refund Colombian pop star Shakira more than €55 million ($64 million) improperly collected in a dispute over her 2011 taxes, according to a ruling seen Monday.
If you live in Spain on the Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV), it’s important to be aware that you’ll be taxed here and will have to fill out the annual income tax return.
