Ongoing obligations
Annual filings, local taxes and community duties continue whether or not you use the property.
Real estate
Non-resident property owners in Spain
Ownership continues to generate obligations after completion. Non-resident owners are the group most often caught out, usually at the point of sale or inheritance.
Who this is for
- Non-resident owners
- Holiday-home owners
- Owners considering letting or selling
- Heirs to Spanish property
Letting the property
Residential and tourist letting are regulated differently and by region. Getting this wrong carries penalties.
Selling as a non-resident
A retention applies on sale proceeds, and recovering it requires a correctly prepared filing.
Succession
Spanish assets raise cross-border succession issues that are far cheaper to plan than to unwind.
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Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a fiscal representative?
- Depending on your circumstances and residence country it may be required or simply advisable. We confirm your position.
- What happens to my Spanish property when I die?
- Spanish assets are dealt with under rules that may not match your home country's expectations. A coordinated plan avoids a costly cross-border probate.