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Selling Property in Spain as a Non-Resident: How to Recover the 3% Withholding Tax

06/10/202516/09/2025 by Arrate Ezkur Achabal

The process of selling a property in Spain involves more than simply finding a buyer. It entails a series of tax obligations, the most significant of which is the capital gains tax.The realisation of capital gains in Spain carries with it the obligation to file the corresponding tax declaration depending on the type of taxpayer, … Read more

Should property owners continue paying taxes on occupied properties?

18/02/202506/02/2025 by Arrate Ezkur Achabal

In Spain, the issue of property occupation has sparked intense debates regarding the rights and obligations of property owners. One of the most contentious aspects is whether property owners should continue paying taxes associated with properties that have been unlawfully occupied. Currently, Spanish law does not consider unlawful occupation as grounds for exemption from property-related … Read more