Category archives: Spanish Tax Lawyer

You are a Dutch national living in (or moving to) Spain, and one question keeps coming up: which country taxes my pension, my savings, my Dutch company?The current Spain-Netherlands treaty has clear answers — your AOW state pension stays taxable in the Netherlands, most other income follows your residence in…

Madrid’s expanded Inheritance and Gift Tax relief has been in force since 1 July 2025, following final approval by the Madrid Assembly on 12 June 2025. It is no longer a proposal: it is the relief that applies to estates and gifts in the region today. It made Madrid the…

The Valencian Community has recently enacted substantial changes to its tax legislation through Ley 5/2025, which came into effect on June 1, 2025. These modifications impact several key ceded taxes, and it is imperative for expatriates residing or with interests in Valencia to understand their implications. Tell us what you…

Many of our clients are relocating from the UK to Spain, often with UK pensions and property income, and one of the most frequent questions we receive is: “Will I pay more tax in Spain or the UK?” This post is based on a real inquiry from Brian, a 72-year-old…

Being aware of the different tax regimes in every region (Autonomous Community) in Spain is crucial for tax compliance, effective tax planning, making informed investment decisions, complying with regional regulations, and understanding the local fiscal landscape. This knowledge empowers individuals and businesses to navigate the complex tax environment and optimize…

If you own property or other assets in Spain, or if you’re thinking about leaving something behind for your loved ones, it’s important to understand how inheritance and gift tax (ISD) works in Spain. Whether you’re a resident or not, if you have assets in Spain, inheritance tax is something…

In recent years, both Catalonia and Andalucía have introduced significant fiscal reforms that affect property buyers, including changes to income tax, property transfer tax, and tourism taxes. For international buyers looking to invest in property in Spain, understanding how these two regions compare can be crucial in making an informed…

If you are a tax resident in Spain and hold assets, bank accounts, investments, or cryptocurrencies abroad, you may be required to file an informative declaration before March 31, 2025. But who exactly needs to submit it, and what happens if you don’t? Let’s break it down. Model 720: Declaration…