Unfortunately, most non-residents owning property is Spain are not aware that they are liable for taxes in Spain every year, even if they are not living permanently in the country.
Under Spanish law non-resident property owners are required to appoint a public prosecutor representative in Spain to arrange the payment of the taxes levied on their property.
This service is also recommended to those property owners who are residents to ensure the correct property taxes are paid on time thus avoiding any future penalty from the tax administration
Our services for non-residents covers advice on:
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Cost and tax effective planning for property transactions
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Spanish taxes for non-residents owning property in Spain
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Taxes for foreign companies owning properties in Spain
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Spanish VAT, transfer and documentary tax
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Capital gains tax
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Withholding taxes when selling a property
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Arranging direct debits after buying a property in Spain
As part of our service to property owners we will also:
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Sign contracts on your behalf with the utility companies – water, electricity, gas, telephone, internet – please note that supplier companies normally need a period of ten days to connect the utilities to the property
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Arrange for standing orders with your bank if you wish
In this way your property will be ready to be move into on your first visit after completion.