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Where are you actually<\/em> a tax resident ?<\/em><\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

Tax residency isn’t determined solely by the number of days you spend in Spain. The tax authorities also consider where your center of economic interests and your family unit are located. Determining this accurately\u2014and before moving to another country\u2014helps you avoid double taxation and disputes that can drag on for years. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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The Challenge<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

Tax residency is not a choice.<\/em><\/h2>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Many taxpayers assume that they cease to be residents of Spain simply because they spend half a year abroad, without realizing that their center of economic interests or the presumption based on their spouse and children may keep them tied to the country. The result: dual residency, which leads to double taxation. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t

When two countries consider you a resident, the double taxation treaty establishes the tie-breaking rules<\/strong> that determine your actual residence. Applying them incorrectly\u2014or failing to apply them at all\u2014is the difference between sound tax planning and a dispute with the tax authorities. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t