Taxes Around Buying Property
When you buy a resale property, transfer tax (ITP) applies; new-build purchases are generally subject to VAT and stamp duty instead. Which applies, and at what rate, depends on the property, the region and your circumstances — we confirm your exact position before you complete, so there are no surprises at the notary.
Plusvalía Municipal
When a property is sold, the seller is typically liable for plusvalía municipal, a local tax on the increase in the land's value since it was last transferred. We check whether it applies and handle the calculation and payment as part of the sale.
Ongoing Tax Obligations as an Owner
If you own property in Spain, you'll usually have annual obligations regardless of whether you live here full-time — this can include non-resident income tax (IRNR) even if the property isn't rented out, alongside local property tax (IBI). We handle the annual filings so you don't need to track Spanish tax deadlines from abroad.
Residents vs. Non-Residents
Your tax residency status — not just your nationality — determines which taxes apply and how income, property and worldwide assets are treated. We assess your specific situation rather than applying generic assumptions, since getting this wrong can be costly.
Inheritance and Gift Tax
Inheritance and gift tax in Spain is managed at a regional level, and Andalucía's rules affect what heirs and beneficiaries of property here actually pay. If you're planning ahead or handling an estate, see our page on wills and inheritance for how this connects to succession planning.