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How US Social Security Is Taxed in Spain: The 2026 Guide
If you live in Spain and receive US Social Security, Spain taxes those benefits in full as ordinary income — and the Spain–US tax treaty allows it. This is one of the most widely misunderstood points in expat taxation. Here is the correct position, the treaty text...
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...