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Welcome to the Exactly Blog, your go-to source for Spanish tax advice for expats. Here, we share expert guidance on taxes, accounting, autónomo registration, and company setup in Spain — all explained in simple, practical language.
If you’re an expat living or working in Spain, understanding local tax rules can be confusing. Our blog helps you navigate the Spanish tax system with ease, from quarterly filings and VAT obligations to deductions, digital certificates, and double-taxation treaties.
We publish articles designed to help expats, freelancers, and business owners save money, stay compliant, and plan ahead. Whether you’re setting up as an autónomo or forming a Sociedad Limitada (SL), you’ll find step-by-step guides and expert insights from our team of English-speaking tax advisors.
At Exactly, we make accounting clear and approachable. Our goal is to simplify your financial life in Spain — so you can focus on what truly matters: growing your business and enjoying your time abroad.
Explore our latest posts for practical Spanish tax advice for expats, autónomo tips, and updates on business law in Spain. For official information, visit the Agencia Tributaria website.
LLC Company Registration in Spain: How to Open an SL (Sociedad Limitada) Step by Step
Can you register an LLC in Spain? Spain has no company type called “LLC”, but its closest equivalent is the Sociedad Limitada (SL). Like a
Income Tax Brackets in Spain (IRPF)
Income Tax Brackets in Spain (IRPF) Spanish income tax (IRPF) brackets can seem complicated, but it becomes much easier when broken down clearly. Every year,
Spain Officially Delays VERI*FACTU to 2027: What the New Royal Decree-Law Means for Your Business
Spain has officially postponed the mandatory VERI*FACTU digital invoicing system to 2027, following the publication of Royal Decree-Law 15/2025 in the BOE. The new timeline gives companies and freelancers an extra year to adapt their billing software to the technical requirements designed to eliminate “double-use software” and strengthen tax transparency. Here’s what changes, who is affected, and what businesses should do next.
Verifactu 2026: What’s Changing and How to Get Ready
The Verifactu invoicing system in Spain will become mandatory in 2026, bringing a major shift in how businesses create and manage their invoices. Both SL
Spain’s Tax Authority Publishes Official Ruling Clarifying Non-Resident Rental Tax Regime
Spain’s Tax Agency has issued Resolution 0147858, confirming that non-EU property owners who rent out homes in Spain can now deduct legitimate expenses—such as maintenance, insurance, and loan interest—from their taxable rental income. The measure brings non-EU landlords in line with EU residents, ending years of unequal tax treatment and allowing them to request refunds for past overpayments through amended Modelo 210 filings.
Self-Employed Workers in Spain May Face Higher Social Security Contributions in 2026
From 2026, autónomos in Spain will face higher Social Security contributions and an increase in the Intergenerational Equity Mechanism (MEI). Learn how the new income-based system works and what these changes mean for self-employed workers.
Non-EU Expats Can Now Deduct Expenses on Spanish Rental Income – Exactly Explains the New Ruling
Non-EU residents can deduct rental expenses in Spain thanks to a landmark ruling by the National High Court.
Dog Insurance in Spain – Mandatory Coverage for All Owners | Exactly Accountancy
All dog owners in Spain must have civil liability insurance — no matter the breed. Learn what this new law means, how much it costs, and how Exactly can help you stay compliant.
