- Spain is considering a 21% VAT on short-term vacation rentals to address housing issues.
- A draft bill has been submitted to remove the current VAT exemption for these rentals.
- Current rules exempt short-term rentals from VAT unless hotel-like services are provided.
- Proposed bill would tax rentals of fewer than 30 nights in municipalities with over 10,000 residents at 21%.
- Larger municipalities like Malaga, Barcelona, Marbella, and Ibiza would be affected.
- Landlords will need to collect and remit VAT and submit necessary documents.
- Landlords can deduct input VAT on related expenses.
- The measure aims to level the playing field between short-term rentals and traditional hospitality businesses.
- It addresses tourism’s impact on the housing market and aims to reduce the attractiveness of vacation rentals compared to hotels.
Source: vatabout.com
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