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๐Ÿšจ Key ruling on taxation for non-residents in Spain ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ

September 17, 2025โ€ข1 min read
๐Ÿšจ Key ruling on taxation for non-residents in Spain ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ

The Spanish National Court has overturned the restriction that prevented non-EU property owners ๐Ÿ  from deducting expenses under the Non-Resident Income Tax (IRNR).

Until now, only EU ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ or EEA residents were allowed to do so, creating a clear tax imbalance. โš–๏ธ

The Court ruled this limitation contrary to the free movement of capital (Art. 63 TFEU), aligning the tax treatment of all non-residents.

Thousands of non-EU owners can now deduct rental-related expenses in Spain.

A landmark decision that levels the playing field and could lead to significant refunds and tax savings for us, the UAE ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ชresidents.
This decision opens the door for non-EU investors โ€” especially UAE residents with properties in Spain โ€” to recover years of overpaid taxes. ๐Ÿงพ๐Ÿ’ถ
If youโ€™ve been renting your property in Spain, now is the time to review your past declarations and claim potential refunds.
This ruling reinforces Spainโ€™s attractiveness for global investors ๐ŸŒ and highlights how staying informed on tax updates can translate directly into higher net returns. ๐Ÿ“ˆ
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