Money & Work
Expert guides on money & work for expats moving to Spain.
Working Remotely from Spain: Legal Requirements & Tax Rules (2026)
Working remotely from Spain sounds simple: open your laptop in a beachside café and keep doing your job. The reality is more nuanced. Spain has specific visa requirements, tax triggers, and Social Security obligations that apply the moment you start earning income while physically in Spain. Doing it
Spanish Tax System for Expats: What You’ll Actually Pay (2026)
Taxes are the least glamorous part of moving to Spain — and the part that trips up the most Americans. Spain’s tax system has progressive income rates, separate savings tax brackets, a wealth tax, regional variations, and quarterly filing obligations for self-employed workers. On top of that, US cit
Autónomo in Spain: Freelance Registration Guide (2026)
If you’re moving to Spain to freelance, consult, or run a location-independent business, you’ll need to register as autónomo — Spain’s classification for self-employed workers. The autónomo system covers everything from Social Security contributions to quarterly tax filings. Since 2023, Spain has us
Beckham Law Spain: Tax Benefits for New Residents (2026)
Spain’s Beckham Law is one of the most significant tax advantages available to expats relocating to Spain. Named after footballer David Beckham, who was the most high-profile beneficiary when the regime launched in 2005, it lets qualifying new residents pay a flat 24% income tax rate instead of Spai
Opening a Bank Account in Spain as an Expat (2026)
A Spanish bank account is one of the first things you need after arriving in Spain — and one of the most frustrating to set up. You need it to pay rent, set up utilities, receive your salary or transfer funds, and even to complete your residency paperwork. The good news: it’s entirely doable, even …