https://feeds.thelocal.com/ Read the latest news and views from Spain in English en-us news@thelocal.com (TheLocal) webmaster@thelocal.com (TheLocal) TheLocal RSS Feed 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20260922/the-uk-taxes-brits-have-to-pay-when-moving-to-spain Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:05:08 +0200 the-uk-taxes-brits-have-to-pay-when-moving-to-spain 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20240503/can-you-pay-taxes-in-spain-with-a-foreign-bank-account Fri, 03 May 2024 09:01:49 +0200 can-you-pay-taxes-in-spain-with-a-foreign-bank-account 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20260902/millionaires-left-spain-for-portugal-now-they-want-to-return-using-the-beckham-law Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:06:40 +0200 millionaires-left-spain-for-portugal-now-they-want-to-return-using-the-beckham-law Are you currently waiting for a tax rebate in Spain? Find out how long it might take and how you can find out about its status. https://www.thelocal.es/20260812/how-long-do-you-have-to-wait-for-a-tax-rebate-in-spain Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:26:24 +0200 how-long-do-you-have-to-wait-for-a-tax-rebate-in-spain 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20260721/listed-the-tax-deductions-if-you-work-from-home-in-spain Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:42:28 +0200 listed-the-tax-deductions-if-you-work-from-home-in-spain 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20250521/what-to-do-if-youre-facing-a-tax-inspection-in-spain Wed, 21 May 2025 10:17:12 +0200 what-to-do-if-youre-facing-a-tax-inspection-in-spain 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20230522/the-tax-return-scams-to-avoid-in-spain Mon, 22 May 2023 13:25:51 +0200 the-tax-return-scams-to-avoid-in-spain 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20230420/what-happens-if-i-dont-do-my-spanish-annual-income-tax-declaration Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:03:19 +0200 what-happens-if-i-dont-do-my-spanish-annual-income-tax-declaration 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20220412/how-to-complete-spains-declaracion-de-la-renta-tax-return Tue, 12 Apr 2022 16:09:22 +0200 how-to-complete-spains-declaracion-de-la-renta-tax-return 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20260625/what-american-parents-in-spain-need-to-know-about-their-childs-us-tax-obligations Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:28:55 +0200 what-american-parents-in-spain-need-to-know-about-their-childs-us-tax-obligations 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20190403/la-renta-what-you-need-to-know-about-filing-your-spanish-tax-return Wed, 03 Apr 2019 08:21:47 +0200 la-renta-what-you-need-to-know-about-filing-your-spanish-tax-return 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20260615/what-americans-in-spain-need-to-know-about-declaring-foreign-bank-accounts Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:41:12 +0200 what-americans-in-spain-need-to-know-about-declaring-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. https://www.thelocal.es/20201208/self-employed-in-spain-seven-ways-to-save-money-on-your-income-tax-return Tue, 08 Dec 2020 14:41:54 +0100 self-employed-in-spain-seven-ways-to-save-money-on-your-income-tax-return Want to sell your car in Spain? There are a few different costs you will have to pay if you do so, from transfer tax to change of ownership fees. https://www.thelocal.es/20250310/what-taxes-and-fees-do-i-have-to-pay-when-selling-my-car-in-spain Mon, 10 Mar 2025 11:26:50 +0100 what-taxes-and-fees-do-i-have-to-pay-when-selling-my-car-in-spain 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? https://www.thelocal.es/20231030/do-i-have-to-pay-taxes-in-spain-if-i-dont-work Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:08:30 +0100 do-i-have-to-pay-taxes-in-spain-if-i-dont-work 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20260603/how-shakiras-tax-battle-in-spain-could-affect-foreigners-and-the-183-day-rule Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:16:51 +0200 how-shakiras-tax-battle-in-spain-could-affect-foreigners-and-the-183-day-rule 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? https://www.thelocal.es/20230726/whats-the-difference-between-a-gestor-a-lawyer-and-a-notary-in-spain Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:13:23 +0200 whats-the-difference-between-a-gestor-a-lawyer-and-a-notary-in-spain 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? https://www.thelocal.es/20260601/spain-to-send-out-130000-warning-letters-to-taxpayers Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:37:38 +0200 spain-to-send-out-130000-warning-letters-to-taxpayers 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. https://www.thelocal.es/20260525/the-benefits-of-spain-removing-gibraltar-from-its-tax-haven-list Mon, 25 May 2026 12:09:13 +0200 the-benefits-of-spain-removing-gibraltar-from-its-tax-haven-list Spain's annual income tax season runs from April to June and if you're here on Spain's digital nomad visa, it's likely you'll have to complete one. https://www.thelocal.es/20250402/what-digital-nomads-need-to-know-about-spains-annual-income-tax-declaration Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:04:18 +0200 what-digital-nomads-need-to-know-about-spains-annual-income-tax-declaration