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Moving to Spain – Money

So, you are moving to Spain!

Whether you are emigrating, taking a short term assignment or joining family in Spain we have put together the information you will need to make your move a smooth one.

When Am I A Tax Resident In Spain? How Do I Calculate The 183 Days?

Many people like to spend time in Spain especially if they have a holiday home in the country.  However, if you spend too long in Spain you can become tax resident in Spain and become subject to tax on your worldwide as well as Spanish income.  Here Nedelcheva Anghelova, tax lawyer at AGM Abogados, explains…

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Financial Planning When Moving To Or Living In Spain

An overview of the Spanish tax system and the issues you need to address before you move to Spain as well as insight into effective financial planning when living in Spain. Planning for retirement and inheritance tax issues. In this webinar Brett Hanson of Blevins Franks in Spain gives you an insight into the differences…

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Tax Residence In Spain

Does The “Empadronamiento” In Spain Imply Tax Residence In Spain?

If being “empadronado” (registered) implies consequences and fiscal obligations to the Tax Administration, just for the fact of having municipal registration is a recurring question that many citizens frequently ask. First, it’s essential to bear in mind that the “empadronamiento” is an administrative concept, which is regulated by Law 7/1985 on the Bases of the…

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UK Inheritance Tax

Long Term UK Expats May Face Huge UK Tax Charges

UK expats who have lived abroad for many years often remain UK-domiciled and therefore liable to UK Inheritance Tax (IHT). The rate of this tax might be considered penal. It is currently 40% on the total value of the estate of a deceased after the exemptions. It is an additional tax payable on capital accumulated…

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Living In Andalucía

The Tax Benefits Of Living In Andalucía

We may be biased, but Andalucía has always been an appealing place to live.  The coastline, inland villages, history, culture, food, weather and lifestyle all combine to make it a dream destination. And now, the advantages of residence also include tax benefits. Written by Jason Porter of Blevins Franks We often meet people who would…

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Beckham Law

New Developments In The Beckham Law

Law 28/2022, of 21 December, on the promotion of the start-up ecosystem, published in the Official State Gazette on 22 December, brings with it, important new developments regarding the special regime for workers posted to Spanish territory.  The inpatriate regime, better known as the Beckham Law, entails sees significant new terms with the entry into…

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UK Inheritance Tax And Domicile

UK Inheritance Tax And Domicile – What You Need To Know Today

  UK inheritance tax follows you around the world since it’s based on domicile, not residence. You could live abroad long term and still be liable for this legacy tax. Here, Blevins Franks look at key facts about UK inheritance tax and domicile and how it could affect your intended heirs.        Written…

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UK Investments In Spain

Should You Keep Hold Of UK Investments In Spain?

  Expatriates often keep UK investments like Premium Bonds, ISAs, savings accounts, shares and bonds, but are they suitable for Spain?  Jason Porter of Blevins Franks explains.         Written by Jason Porter of Blevins Franks   However well we have settled into our new lives in Spain, most UK nationals living there…

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UK financial advisers

UK Financial Advisers And EU-Resident Clients – 10 Key Questions To Ask

  Are you a UK national living in an EU country such as France, Spain, Portugal, Cyprus or Malta? Or are you currently UK resident but planning to move to one of these countries in the next year or so? If the answer to either of these is yes, you should read this article from…

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UK pensions

How Will Your UK Pension Be Taxed If You Move To Europe?

  Many Britons have been putting their retirement plans to sunny southern Europe on hold for two or more years while the UK extracts itself from the EU.  Covid lockdowns mean the opportunities to sell a UK home and buy a property in Europe have been limited.  The ending of travel restrictions will release pent-up…

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