Spanish Non-Resident Income Tax: Key Regulations and Taxation
Spanish Non-Resident Income Tax (IRNR)
Applicable Regulations
- Royal Decree 5/2004 of March 5, approving the Revised Law on Income Tax for Non-Residents.
- Royal Decree 1776/2004 of July 30, which approves the Regulations of the Income Tax for Non-Residents.
Defining Tax Residency
Resident Individuals
Those who reside in Spanish territory for more than 183 days (six months). Also considered resident in Spain are individuals who have their seat of economic activity here. Therefore, they will be taxed under Personal Income Tax (IRPF).
Resident Legal Entities
Article 8 of the TRLIS states three assumptions for a legal entity to be considered resident:
- Incorporated under Spanish law.
- Having their registered office in Spanish territory.
- Having their place of