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Income tax season starts in Spain: What foreign residents need to know about IRPF
Taxadora.com specialises in Spanish income tax returns for international residents. Credit: Lucigerma / Shutterstock
Spain’s annual income tax season has begun, and many foreign residents are now required to submit their Declaración de la Renta (IRPF). If you live in Spain for more than 183 days per year, you are generally considered tax resident and must declare your worldwide income to the Spanish Tax Agency.
This includes pensions, employment income, rental income, dividends, interest and capital gains from abroad. A common misunderstanding among international residents is believing that only Spanish income needs to be declared. In reality, Spanish tax residents are normally required to report income from all countries.
Residency status determines your obligations
Your obligation to file depends primarily on your tax residency status rather than where your income is paid. Even if you still receive income from your home country or maintain financial ties abroad, living in Spain for most of the year usually means Spanish tax residency applies.
In many cases, the standard Spanish exemption thresholds often mentioned for employees do not apply when foreign income exists, meaning a return is still required even at relatively modest income levels.
Foreign income is often missing from draft returns
Each year, the Spanish tax authorities provide many taxpayers with a draft return. However, this document usually includes only information reported within Spain. Foreign pensions, overseas investments and income from bank accounts abroad are rarely included automatically.
This means residents themselves are responsible for reviewing their full financial situation before confirming their return.
Investment accounts abroad may be taxed differently
Many international residents continue holding investment accounts in their home country after moving to Spain. Once you become tax resident in Spain, dividends, interest and capital gains from those accounts generally fall under Spanish taxation rules rather than those you previously followed.
Because these transactions are not visible in the draft return, they are among the most frequently overlooked items.
Foreign pensions require careful treatment
Pensions from the UK, the Netherlands, United States and other countries are one of the areas where confusion often arises. Depending on the pension type and the applicable tax treaty, the income may be taxed in Spain, in the country of origin, or reported in both with double taxation relief applied.
Understanding how your pension is classified can significantly affect your final tax result.
Support for international residents in Spain
Many foreign residents only realise late in the process that their tax situation involves multiple countries. Reviewing your income early in the filing season reduces the risk of corrections later and helps avoid unnecessary stress as deadlines approach.
Taxadora.com specialises in Spanish income tax returns for international residents and assists clients from across Europe each year with pensions, overseas investments and cross-border income reporting.
Learn more at www.taxadora.com/taxes-for-residents-in-spain/
Acting now on solar energy offers key advantages. Credit: SolarNRG
Why you shouldn’t wait any longer to get solar energy
As of March 2026, global events are once again pushing energy prices upward, and the effects are visible in our daily expenses. What looked like a period of stabilisation has reversed due to rising geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East. The result is clear: energy and living costs are climbing again.
Why everything is becoming more expensive
Several factors are reinforcing each other. The escalation of tensions around Iran has unsettled global markets, driving up energy prices.
Gas and electricity
European gas prices have risen in recent weeks. Because gas still largely determines electricity prices in Europe, this increase is directly reflected in power costs. Those with dynamic contracts are already seeing price spikes, while fixed contracts will soon adjust upward.
Oil and transport
Oil prices have also surged. Instability in the Persian Gulf raises insurance costs for tankers and creates fears of supply disruptions. This leads not only to higher fuel prices but also increases the cost of transporting goods, affecting nearly everything we buy.
Grid costs and taxes
In Spain and across Europe, billions are being invested to upgrade electricity grids, which will increase management costs in the coming years. Although the Spanish government has temporarily reduced taxes to ease the burden, this is only a short-term measure.
Why you must act NOW (and not after summer)
Waiting for prices to drop may seem logical, but historically, energy prices rise faster than they fall. Acting now on solar energy offers key advantages.
Panel prices are expected to rise
Due to global trade shifts and raw material shortages, solar panel prices could increase by 10–15%. Buying now allows you to benefit from current pricing.
Immediate cost control
Every kilowatt-hour you generate yourself avoids taxes, grid fees, and surcharges, helping stabilise your monthly expenses.
Avoid delays
When energy prices spike further, demand for solar systems will surge, increasing waiting times. Acting now ensures installation before peak pricing periods.
Batteries are becoming essential
In 2026, combining solar panels with a home battery is increasingly important. It allows you to store your own energy and avoid expensive peak rates, especially as compensation for feeding energy back into the grid continues to decline.
We cannot control global events, but we can control our energy choices. Investing in solar energy now reduces dependence on volatile markets and protects you from rising costs.
We can prepare a personalised quote including yield calculations based on your current consumption, call +34 966 941 849 or visit solarnrg.es.
A veterinary clinic that combines cutting-edge medical technology with genuine compassion. Credit: Bendinat
For pet owners in Mallorca, finding a veterinary clinic that combines cutting-edge medical technology with genuine compassion is the ultimate priority. Since 2003, Clinica Veterinaria Bendinat has been providing exactly that, becoming a trusted pillar of the community for those who consider their pets true members of the family.
Founded by Nick Murgatroyd (BVSc MRCVS), a highly experienced vet with over a decade of practice in the UK before moving to the island, the clinic was born from a clear vision: to create a space where the highest level of veterinary skill meets an unparalleled standard of comfort and care.
Comprehensive services for every stage of life at Bendinat
The philosophy is simple: prevention is better than a cure. The team offers thorough health checks and up-to-date advice on local Mediterranean health challenges, such as Leishmania and Pine Processionary caterpillars.
The facility is equipped to handle everything from routine vaccinations to complex internal medicine and advanced surgery. With a purpose-designed operating theatre, digital X-rays, and state-of-the-art laboratory analysis – providing results in just 15 minutes – diagnoses are swift and accurate. For more specialized needs, the clinic offers diagnostic imaging (ultrasound) and works closely with top physiotherapy specialists for post-surgical recovery.
Global expertise, local feel
One of the clinic’s standout features is its multi-lingual team. Understanding that medical discussions can be stressful, the staff provides clear communication in several languages. Furthermore, Bendinat is a specialist in international pet travel; they have helped more pets relocate to different corners of the world almost than any other practice in Mallorca, ensuring all passports and microchips are perfectly in order.
A stress-free environment
The clinic is designed with the animal’s comfort in mind. The reception area is cleverly arranged so that cats in baskets don’t have to face waiting dogs, reducing anxiety for feline patients.
Whether it is a routine check-up or a 24-hour emergency, the dedicated team at Clinica Veterinaria Bendinat treats every patient with the same love and devotion they give their own pets.
Contact details:
Address: C/ Architect Francisco Casas 17, Bendinat.
Phone: 971 40 44 59 (Including 24hr emergency advice)
Web: www.vet-bendinat.com
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