We will post updates in Spanish law that our customers should keep an eye on. For more information, please turn to the government webpages
Extensions to Spanish Stay and Work Permits
Order SND/421/2020 published on the 8th May outlines measures relating to the extension of residence and work permits for foreigners in the wake of the state of alarm. EXTENSION OF TEMPORARY RESIDENCE, STAY AND WORK PERMITS ➡ Permits that expire d...
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Hacienda takes advantage of lockdown to collect taxes
The Spanish Tax Agency (Hacienda) is taking advantage of foreigners being stuck in Spain and collecting taxes that they may otherwise have avoided paying. They are maintaining the 183-day limit, where any foreigner that remains in Spain for more than 183 ...
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More Spanish airports designated as health emergency entry points
On 17th May, Official State Bulletin (BOE) published an order expanding the number of airports designated as entry points with the capacity to provide care in the midst of an international public health emergency. Airports added to this list include those...
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Gandia to limit promenade access to pedestrians for the summer
The local government has agreed to these measures with local businesses to aid the installation of larger outdoor seating areas for the summer. This summer, vehicles will not be able to drive along the promenade of Neptu by Gandia beach. This policy has t...
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Spain’s COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Extended and Quarantine for Recent Arrivals Introduced
Coming into effect on the 15th May at midnight, Order INT/401/2020 extends the current restrictions on air and sea travel into Spain. Currently decreed until 24th May, but with the possibility of further extension, only the following people can cross the ...
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How will my 2019 Spanish tax returns be affected by COVID-19?
The annual tax return period for residents in Spain has once again arrived, but this time in the midst of Spain’s state of alarm. With social confinement and the economic effects of the virus to consider, how might the tax return process differ from pre...
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COVID-19: Protect Yourself Against Internet Scams
The EU is taking action against those taking advantage of the fear around the current crisis. With social distancing, internet shopping is on the up and some retailers are taking advantage of the situation. Fake treatments and false information about pr...
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Construction Work on Homes Suspended due to Covid-19
A ministerial order has decreed the suspension of work on buildings that would involve contact between workers and any other people, though with a few exceptions. The Ministry of Health has ordered the suspension of work on existing buildings. It applies ...
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Coronavirus: As a buyer, can I withdraw from the sale?
Given the economic effects of COVID-19 that we have seen already, some are predicting a drop in property prices in the coming months. We will have to wait and see the long-term impact, but those already in the process of buying may be looking for answers ...
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Draft Legal Text Detailing the Future EU-UK Relationship Presented by the EU
The European Commission has published a draft agreement governing the future partnership between the EU and the United Kingdom. It reflects the negotiating directives approved by the Member States at the General Affairs Council of 25 February 2020, and is...
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