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FAQs

Who is considered a non-resident for tax purposes in Spain?

In Spain is considered a non-resident anyone who spends les tan 183 days in the country  

 

When do I have to file my Non-Resident Tax?

Your Non-Resident Tax for the previous year is filed the following year with a deadline of 31 December. For example, to file your Non-Resident Tax for 2023 the deadline will be 31 December 2024. Contact us and we will help you to calculate and fill your Non-Resident tax.

 

If I rent my property in Spain, do I have to pay any tax?

If you are a Non-Resident who owns one or more properties in Spain and you rent them out, you have to file a quarterly tax return for the income obtained from this rental.

We are at your disposal to make a forecast of the taxes to be paid for the rental of each of your properties depending on your personal situation. Tell us about your case and we will advise you.

What is a power of attorney?

It is a document that is signed before a notary by which you authorize Imont to make arrangements on your behalf related to the purchase and sale of a property, banking transactions, taxes, etc. At Imont we recommend you to do this so that you do not have to travel to Spain every time your signature is required on a document. With us you will always be informed about the use of your Power of Attorney and we will ask for your written authorisation every time we are going to use it.

Can I sign a will by proxy?

No, a will is a personal document and must be signed by each person before a notary.

What taxes are paid for owning a property in Spain?

Even if the property is not rented, all non-residents who buy a property in Spain are obliged to pay two taxes every year: the Real Estate Tax (known as IBI or SUMA) and the Non-Resident Tax.

Is it advisable to sign a Power of Attorney?

Yes, it is highly recommended to sign a power of attorney so that your legal representative or your lawyer can act on your behalf, from the beginning until the signing of the deed without the need to come to Spain in person.

Do I need an account in Spain?

You will need an account from any country of the UE that has online banking to set up a direct debit for all utility, community and IBI payments.

If I become a resident in Spain, do I have to pay taxes on my income in other countries?

If you are resident in Spain, you will have to pay taxes in Spain on your worldwide income, according to what is established for each type of income in the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements signed with the State where you obtain it. In the most common cases, you will no longer pay tax in other countries and will only pay taxes in Spain.

Is it compulsory to register in the Land Registry?

It is not compulsory to register notarial deeds in the Land Registry, with some exceptions. For example, it is compulsory to register mortgage loans. It is possible to acquire, sell, possess or own any real estate without the need for it to be registered in the Land Registry. However, it is always advisable to register it in the Land Registry to avoid complications when it comes to proving that you are the legitimate owner of the property.