Valencia cost of living 2026: A strategic financial guide
Valencia remains Europe’s best-value coastal city for expats in 2026. Discover district rents, visa thresholds, healthcare costs and Beckham Law savings that reach €40,000+ a year for qualifying professionals.
Spanish wealth tax and taxes on passive income in Spain
Spain taxes wealth and the passive income your assets earn. This post covers the €2 million Valencian wealth tax minimum (residents of the Comunitat only), the €700,000 state minimum for non-residents, Modelo 714 and income tax on passive income.
Spain exit tax: What happens to your investments when you leave Spain?
Spain Exit Tax may apply when entrepreneurs, investors, or high-net-worth individuals leave Spain. Under Spanish tax law, unrealised gains on shares or investments can be taxed when changing tax residency. Learn who it affects, how it’s calculated, and what international comparisons reveal about departure taxes.
Long-term residence in Spain and the route to citizenship
Long-term residence in Spain is often the next step after several years on a work permit. This guide explains the difference between long-term residence and Spanish citizenship, the legal requirements, timelines, and how to maintain continuous residence to secure your future in Spain.
US and Spanish tax implications of using US investment funds to buy property in Spain
Using US investment funds to buy property in Spain can trigger capital gains tax in the US, acquisition and ownership taxes in Spain, and cross-border reporting duties. This guide explains the key US and Spanish tax implications, including non-resident rules and how double taxation relief may apply.
Divorce across borders: How it works in Spain for expats
Divorce in Spain for expats involves more than ending a marriage. From cross-border child custody to division of assets and EU jurisdiction rules, this guide explains how Spanish family law applies to international couples and where to find official legal frameworks.
Australian expats in Spain: Navigating tax residency and foreign assets
Australian expats in Spain must understand their tax residency, reporting duties, and the treatment of pensions and overseas assets. Expert guidance on Spanish tax for Australians helps ensure compliance, avoid penalties, and manage international income efficiently.
The hidden cost of staying too long: What happens if you overstay your visa in Spain?
Overstaying your visa in Spain is a serious infraction under Organic Law 4/2000, with fines of €501 to €10,000 and, with aggravating factors, expulsion and an entry ban of up to five years. This 2026 guide covers the Entry/Exit System, the closed extraordinary regularisation, arraigo routes and your options. Contact our Valencia immigration lawyers.
How to declare UK income as a Spanish resident
UK tax advisors for Spanish residents. We help UK expats declare UK income in Spain, manage pensions, and stay compliant with cross-border tax rules. With over 65 years of combined experience, our Valencia-based team delivers clear, practical, and reliable tax advice you can trust. Specialists in UK-Spain tax planning for individuals, families, retirees.
Smart strategies for transferring UK pension funds to a Spanish QROPS
A UK pension QROPS transfer to Spain is now usually subject to HMRC’s 25% overseas transfer charge, as the EEA exclusion ended on 30 October 2024. This 2026 guide explains the remaining exclusions, how Spain taxes UK pensions at Valencian rates, UK inheritance tax on pensions from April 2027 and the alternatives. Contact our Valencia tax team.