In the UK courts there are provisions for sharing a pension or splitting a pension on divorce. In England this is either by a Pension Sharing Order or a Pension Splitting Order. This can be very important where the couple … Continua
The regional government of Andalucia has just approved a Decree removing Wealth tax which was payable by those individuals with assets of 700.000€ (non-residents for Spanish assets) or 1.000.000€ for residents on their worldwide estate. This would be attractive to … Continua
It is often necessary for people living in Spain to apply for a Grant from the Probate Registry of England and Wales. Grants of Probate and letters of administration are issued by the Probate Registry of England and Wales This … Continua
If you gift Spanish property to your children then there are various things that one needs to think about. What tax you will pay tends to be at the top of one´s list. As a Spanish non tax resident, regardless of … Continua
The Court of First Instance in Leon has recently ordered an insurance company to pay a local Bar owner 13.200€ in compensation for the 93 days the Bar had to close during the pandemic. Other Courts have made similar decisions … Continua
Whether you live in Spain full time or part time you may be liable to pay tax in Spain. The primary test for Spanish tax residency is spending 183 days or more living in Spain per calendar year. Even if … Continua
Making the property market even more interesting in Spain is a major change to the local taxes normally payable by vendors or inheritors of property – the plus valia – or local capital gains improvement tax. The varying rates charged … Continua
Whether you are tax resident in Spain or own a holiday home here and live in another country the different tax system in Spain can seem very daunting. Every country has particular rules and obligations and by ensuring your affairs … Continua
A new residence document was introduced last year for British Citizens in accordance with the terms of the Withdrawal Agreement between Britain and Spain. An application can now be made for those who were residing in Spain prior to 31st … Continua
Now that shops, hotels, restaurants and companies are opening up a restructuring of your business may be necessary. Understanding Employment law is more important than ever to ensure that you can continue to manage your business, whether this is a … Continua
If you want to sign a Will for your Spanish assets this can be signed in the UK without having to travel to Spain. If you have assets in Spain it is strongly recommended that you have a separate Spanish … Continua
Grants of Probate and letters of administration are issued by the Probate Registry of England and Wales. It is often necessary for people living in Spain to apply for a Grant from the Probate Registry of England and Wales.This could … Continua
