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New Modelo 210 Filing Deadlines: 2026 Rental Income Moves to April 2027
By Juan José Martínez — Lawyer & Tax Advisor, Lextax Consulting SLP If you rent out Spanish property as a non-resident, the Modelo 210 filing deadlines you have memorised have just changed. Order HAC/623/2026, published in Spain's Official State Gazette (BOE) on...
Buying Property in Valencia & Costa Blanca 2026: Complete Tax & Legal Guide for Foreign Buyers
Why the Costa Blanca Leads Europe for Foreign Buyers Foreign buyers account for approximately 45% of all property transactions on the Costa Blanca — Spain's highest ratio and well above the national average of ~14%. Over 90 nationalities purchased actively in Alicante...
Inheritance & Gift Tax in Spain for Non-Residents: Complete 2026 Guide
When a non-resident inherits or receives a gift of assets located in Spain — including property, bank accounts, or investments — Spanish Inheritance and Gift Tax (ISD, Impuesto sobre Sucesiones y Donaciones) applies. In 2026, the applicable tax burden depends...
Top 10 Costly Mistakes Foreigners Make with Spanish Property Taxes
The Spanish property tax system is designed around the assumption that buyers and owners have a local advisor. Without one, foreign property owners routinely make the same ten mistakes — mistakes that collectively cost thousands of euros in unnecessary tax, inherited...
Spain Non-Lucrative Visa 2026: Complete Guide — Requirements, Income & Tax Implications
What Is the Non-Lucrative Visa? The Non-Lucrative Visa (Visado de Residencia No Lucrativa) is a Spanish long-term residence permit for non-EU nationals who wish to live in Spain without engaging in any work or business activity. It is designed for financially...
ITP in Spain: Property Transfer Tax Rates by Region — Complete 2026 Guide
When buying a resale property in Spain, ITP (Impuesto sobre Transmisiones Patrimoniales — Property Transfer Tax) is the single largest upfront tax cost for the buyer, ranging from 4% to 13% of the purchase price depending on the autonomous community. In 2026, rates...