A VAT refund guide to Spain
How to get VAT Refunds from Spain for your business
Businesses registered in countries outside of Spain can claim VAT refunds on any costs incurred in Spain.
The below information details the requirements needed to be eligible for a VAT refund. This includes claimable expense types, Spain VAT rates, deadlines and claiming periods.
Which countries have reciprocity with Spain?
Full reciprocity: All EU countries, Japan, Monaco, Norway, Switzerland, the United Kingdom Limited reciprocity: Canada, IsraelReciprocity not required: The Rule of Reciprocity does not apply to the Spanish ?Travel & Entertainment? Product, provided that the Client?s employees travelled to attend a conference, fair or exhibition
Learn more about how reciprocity works within VAT by clicking below.
What expenses are claimable in Spain?
Entertainment
Entertainment
0%
Accommodation
10%
Events
Admission to Fairs & Exhibitions
21%
Training Courses & Seminars
21%
Travel Related
Hiring of Means of Transport
21%
Public Transport
10%
Taxis
10%
General Expenses
Goods
21%
Inter-company charges
21%
Office Expenses
21%
Marketing Costs
21%
Professional Fees & AP invoices
21%
Additional Information
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