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Spain: Madrid Expands Tax Benefits for Family Donations

The Community of Madrid has approved Law 2/2025, introducing new measures aimed at reducing the tax burden associated with Inheritance and Gift Tax and simplifying certain administrative requirements for transactions between family members. One of the main changes is the increase in the tax rebate from 25% to 50% for donations between siblings, uncles/aunts, and […]

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Spain: Minimum Salary Requirement Defined for the EU Blue Card in 2026

Spain’s Official State Gazette (BOE) published Order PJC/44/2026 on January 30, 2026, establishing for the first time the reference salary threshold required for residence permits granted to highly qualified professionals holding an EU Blue Card. The measure aims to attract international talent to Spain, aligning with European policies designed to promote a more efficient and […]

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Spain: Landmark Ruling Allows Non-Residents to Deduct Expenses Under Non-Resident Income Tax for Rental Properties

In its judgment of July 28, 2025 (ECLI:ES:AN:2025:3630), Spain’s National Court (Audiencia Nacional) ruled that all non-resident taxpayers are entitled to deduct expenses when calculating income derived from rental properties located in Spain for Non-Resident Income Tax (IRNR) purposes. Until now, this right was generally limited to residents of the European Union (EU), the European […]

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Spain: Tax Obligations for Non-Residents Owning Vacant Property

Non-residents in Spain who own urban property for personal use or that remains vacant may be subject to Non-Resident Income Tax (IRNR) through the imputed income regime, which must be reported annually using Form 210. This obligation applies to non-resident individuals who own urban properties located in Spain that are neither used for business activities […]