Learn about Spain’s Tax Filing Deadlines: Expert Help to File on Time and Avoid Penalties
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Are You at Risk of Missing a Crucial Spanish Tax Deadline?
For expats, dealing with different tax forms and deadlines can be stressful. If you miss the deadline for your tax return in Spain, you could get a hefty fine from the Spanish Tax Authority.
Multiple Deadlines to Track From income tax and wealth tax to VAT returns, newcomers may find it hard to keep up with all the deadlines in Spain.
Unclear Filing Requirements Not sure which forms to file or when? Expats with foreign income often get confused about their obligations.
Risk of Penalties Late submissions can trigger automatic fines — starting at 5% of the tax due and increasing over time.
Resident vs. Non-Resident Rules Rules and deadlines differ depending on residency status, making taxes for expats in Spain particularly challenging.
Complex Tax System Spain’s tax system can feel like a full-time job: quarterly requirements, annual summaries, and understanding the tax year all add to the challenge.
Language Barriers Official notices from the Agencia Tributaria are usually in Spanish, making it easy to miss important instructions.
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Breaking Down the Tax Year in Spain
The Spanish tax year is straightforward. It runs from January 1 to December 31, just like a regular calendar year. All income earned during this period must be reported on your Spanish tax return the following year. For example, income earned in 2024 must be reported between April and June of 2025.
Key Tax Deadlines for Residents
If you are a tax resident in Spain (meaning you spend more than 183 days a year there), these are the most important dates for your calendar.
- Foreign Asset Declaration (Modelo 720)
Deadline: January 1 – March 31
If you have over €50,000 in assets outside of Spain (in property, bank accounts, or investments), you must declare them using this form. The penalties for failing to file were notoriously high, but have recently been mitigated. Still, don’t miss this one.
- Annual Income Tax Return (Modelo 100 – Declaración de la Renta)
Deadline: Early April – June 30
This is the main Spain tax return deadline for reporting your worldwide income from the previous year.
According to the Agencia Tributaria, the official Spanish tax agency, this window is when you declare employment, pension, rental, and investment income.
If you want the tax payment to be charged via direct debit, the deadline is usually a few days earlier, around June 25th.
- Wealth Tax Return (Modelo 714)
Deadline: Same as the income tax, between Early April – June 30
This declaration is only for individuals with significant worldwide assets (typically over €700,000, though this varies by region). It is filed alongside your income tax return.
Deadlines for Self-Employed (Autónomos) in Spain
If you're self-employed, your tax life is a bit busier with quarterly filings. These are crucial for managing your autónomo taxes in Spain and staying compliant.
- Quarterly VAT & Income Tax Prepayments (Modelos 303 & 130)
- Q1: April 1–20
- Q2: July 1–20
- Q3: October 1–20
- Q4: January 1–30 (of the following year)
Each quarter, you must declare the VAT you’ve collected in Spain and make an advance payment on your income tax. Note that cutoff dates — including weekend shifts and direct-debit windows — may vary slightly from year to year.
- Annual Summaries
Deadline: January 1–30
At the start of the year, you must also file annual summary forms (like Modelo 390 for VAT) that recap your activity from the previous year, unless you’re exempted from this obligation.
Non-Resident Tax Deadlines
Spain’s tax filing deadline for non-residents depends entirely on your situation. The tax form is Modelo 210.
- For Property Owners (No Rental Income): If you own a Spanish property for personal use, you pay an "imputed" income tax. You have the entire calendar year following the tax year to file and pay.
- For Rental Income: Tax must be declared quarterly, within the first 20 days of April, July, October, and January for the income earned in the previous quarter.
Understanding which deadline applies to you is critical. Our team can help you figure out your exact obligations to avoid any missteps.
Meet Every Spanish Tax Deadline with Confidence
Our chartered tax advisers manage your entire filing calendar — from income tax to VAT — ensuring full compliance and on-time submissions.
We take care of the hard work so you don’t have to.
Meet Every Spanish Tax Deadline with Confidence
Our chartered tax advisers manage your entire filing calendar — from income tax to VAT — ensuring full compliance and on-time submissions.
We take care of the hard work so you don’t have to.
Meet Every Spanish Tax Deadline with Confidence
Our chartered tax advisers manage your entire filing calendar — from income tax to VAT — ensuring full compliance and on-time submissions.
We take care of the hard work so you don’t have to.
Our Tax Services
Annual Income Tax Filing (Modelo 100 & 210)
Our dedicated non-resident tax consultants ensure your tax return in Spain is filed accurately and before the deadline.
Autónomo & Business Tax Management
We handle quarterly filings for VAT in Spain and income tax, plus annual summaries, so you can focus on your business and never miss a payment.
Deadline Management & Compliance
Never worry about a tax filing deadline again. We manage your calendar and ensure all forms are submitted on time to the Spanish Tax Authority.
Non-Resident Tax Services
We provide specialized non-resident tax services for expats who own property or earn income in Spain, keeping you compliant and saving you money along the way.
Tax Planning & Optimization
Beyond deadlines, we analyze the tax brackets in Spain and do the necessary tax planning to legally minimize what you owe throughout the year.
Foreign Asset Reporting (Modelo 720)
We help you declare foreign assets correctly by the March 31st deadline, avoiding the severe penalties for non-compliance.
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Frequently asked questions
For residents, the main tax return deadline in Spain for income earned is June 30. The deadline for reporting foreign assets (Modelo 720) is March 31. Self-employed individuals have quarterly deadlines, typically on January 20, April 20, July 20, and October 20.
The key deadline for filing your annual tax declaration in Spain (Modelo 100) is June 30th. This is the final day to submit your return for the previous tax year.
Missing a deadline usually results in penalties. If you owe tax, you'll face a surcharge of 5% to 20% of the tax due, plus late payment interest. If you don't owe tax but file late, there's a flat-rate fine. Failing to file the Modelo 720 (foreign asset declaration) can result in significantly more severe fines.
You might not need to file if your income is below €22,000 from a single employer and you have no other significant income sources. However, for most expats—especially those with foreign income, rental income, or who are self-employed—filing a tax return in Spain is almost always mandatory, regardless of the amount. It's always best to check with a professional.
Yes, the main filing deadlines for national taxes like income tax, VAT, and corporate tax are set by the state Tax Authority of Spain and are the same everywhere. However, some autonomous communities have their own regional taxes (like wealth or inheritance tax) with specific rules and sometimes different dates.
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