- Spain plans to introduce a 21% VAT on short-term tourist rentals starting in 2026.
- The tax targets Airbnb-style properties and stays under 30 days, even without extra hospitality services.
- It will mainly apply in municipalities with more than 10,000 residents.
- Landlords must collect and remit the VAT and file quarterly returns.
- They can also deduct input VAT on related costs such as purchases, renovations, and utilities.
Source: 1stopvat.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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