Claudia Vargas Puccio

The Spanish Tax Office (Agencia Estatal de Administración Tributaria – AEAT), commonly referred to as Hacienda, is responsible for managing the national tax system in Spain. One of its main roles is to ensure that taxpayers comply with their tax obligations. When this does not happen—whether due to omissions, improper payments, or delays—the AEAT can … Read more

Even with rigorous health and safety measures in place, workplace accidents can still happen. When an employee is injured and requires hospital treatment, it is likely that the Labour Inspector will visit your business. So, what steps should you take to ensure compliance and avoid penalties? How to respond after an accident Reporting the Incident … Read more

A recent case has raised an important question for employers: What happens when an employee requests paid leave for a legitimate reason but is later found to have misused it?One employer faced this dilemma when an employee took five days of paid leave to care for their hospitalised mother—only to be caught on social media … Read more

Taxation in Spain: regional and central government policies In Spain, the management of taxes is divided between the central government and the autonomous regions. Taxes such as income tax and corporation tax are controlled by the central government, whereas others, including wealth tax, inheritance tax, and gift tax, fall under the jurisdiction of the autonomous … Read more

If you have decided to leave Spain and sell your property, it is important to consider the best time to do so. Be aware that even after relocating to another country and becoming a resident there, you will still be liable for Capital Gains Tax (CGT) in Spain on the sale of your home. Additionally, … Read more