Do I need a tax advisor if I live in Lanzarote as an expat?

Yes. Once you spend more than 183 days per year in Spain you become a Spanish tax resident and must declare your worldwide income. Spain's tax system is administered entirely in Spanish and AEAT notifications have tight 10-15 day deadlines. A qualified English-speaking advisor protects you from fines and ensures you benefit from all available deductions.

Can you help with holiday rental taxes in Lanzarote?

Yes. We manage the full fiscal compliance for holiday rental properties including Modelo 210 annual filings, IGIC registration and quarterly returns, imputed income declarations for vacant periods, and IBI monitoring. We serve property owners based anywhere in the world.

What is the tax advantage of setting up a business in Lanzarote?

Lanzarote sits within the Canary Islands Special Economic Regime (REF), which includes a 4% corporate tax rate under the ZEC for qualifying companies, IGIC at 7% instead of 21% mainland VAT, and investment deductions of up to 45%. These are EU-approved incentives, making Lanzarote one of the most tax-efficient business locations in Europe.

English-Speaking Tax Advisor in Lanzarote

Q: Do you work with clients who have not filed Spanish taxes before?

Yes. Voluntary regularisation — coming forward before the AEAT contacts you — typically results in significantly lower penalties than being investigated. We handle retroactive filings for expats, rental property owners and business owners who were not aware of their obligations.

Who we help

Your situation in Lanzarote

Three very different reasons to need a tax advisor in Lanzarote — all three handled entirely in English, 100% remotely.

Moving to or living
in Lanzarote

Once you spend more than 183 days a year in Spain, you become a Spanish tax resident — and Spain taxes your worldwide income. The rules are complex, administered entirely in Spanish, and the penalties for getting it wrong are steep.

Tax residency assessment and registration
Annual IRPF income tax return (Renta)
Beckham Law application — flat 24% for 6 years
Modelo 720 — overseas assets declaration
UK pension and double tax treaty advice
NIE number assistance
AEAT notification monitoring — we alert you before deadlines

New to Lanzarote? The Beckham Law application window closes 6 months after registering with Social Security. Missing it means losing up to 6 years of the flat-rate benefit. We make sure you apply in time.

Key dates for residents

Jan 1 – Mar 31Modelo 720

Apr 1 – Jun 30Annual Renta (IRPF)

QuarterlyModelo 130 if self-employed

OngoingAEAT notifications

Inheritance tax99.9% exempt

Indirect tax7% IGIC vs 21% IVA

Holiday rental property
in Lanzarote

Renting out your Lanzarote villa or apartment on Airbnb or Booking? The Spanish Tax Agency already receives your rental data directly from those platforms. Compliance is not optional — but it does not have to be complicated.

Modelo 210 — annual rental income declaration
IGIC registration and quarterly returns
Imputed income tax for vacant periods
IBI and Basura payment monitoring
Tourist licence guidance
Capital gains calculation when you sell
Retroactive regularisation if you have not been filing

Annual deadline: 20 January. Since 2024 all rental income from the previous year must be declared in a single Modelo 210 by 20 January. Late filing attracts immediate surcharges of 5–20%.

Tax rates — what you pay

EU resident (net income)19%

UK / non-EU (gross)24%

IGIC if services provided7%

Capital gains on sale19%

IBI (annual approx.)€300 – €1,500

Imputed income (vacant)1.1% × cadastral

Business, freelance
or remote work

Lanzarote combines the Canary Islands' exceptional tax incentives with year-round climate and a growing international community. Whether you are setting up as autónomo or building a company under the ZEC regime, we handle the full lifecycle.

NIE and autónomo registration — AEAT + Social Security
SL company formation — full process
ZEC eligibility assessment and application (4% corporate tax)
Quarterly IGIC and IRPF filings
Digital Nomad Visa tax documentation
Beckham Law application within the 6-month window
Annual accounts and Impuesto de Sociedades

ZEC on Lanzarote: Lower thresholds than the main islands — 3 employees and €50,000 investment. The 4% corporate tax rate is EU-approved and has been in place for over 25 years.

Lanzarote vs mainland Spain

Corporate tax (ZEC)4%

Corporate tax (mainland)25%

Indirect tax (IGIC)7%

Indirect tax (IVA mainland)21%

Investment deduction (DIC)Up to 45%

RIC profit reinvestmentUp to 90%

Effective saving potentialSignificant

Process

How it works

Fully remote. No office visits. No paperwork chases. You share documents digitally — we handle everything else.

Initial consultation

30-minute call to understand your situation — residency status, income sources, property, business activity. No commitment, no fee.

Clear proposal

We map your exact obligations, identify savings and send a fixed-fee proposal. No hourly billing, no hidden extras.

We handle everything

Your personal advisor prepares all filings, monitors your AEAT inbox and alerts you to any notifications before deadlines.

Ongoing peace of mind

Annual review, access to your advisor by email, and proactive advice when tax law changes affect your situation.

Why Lanzarote

A fiscal regime unlike anywhere else in the EU

The Canary Islands' Special Economic and Fiscal Regime (REF) has been EU-approved for over 30 years. These are not loopholes — they are structured incentives designed to compensate for the islands' geographical isolation.

ZEC corporate tax

For qualifying companies in the Zona Especial Canaria. Standard rate in Spain is 25%.

IGIC instead of VAT

Canary Islands indirect tax replaces Spain's 21% IVA, reducing costs for businesses and consumers.

90%

RIC base reduction

Reinvest up to 90% of profits back into Canarian assets and reduce your corporate tax base accordingly.

99.9%

Inheritance tax relief

For direct relatives — children, grandchildren, spouses. Makes the Canary Islands nearly inheritance-tax-free.

6.5%

Property transfer tax

ITP on resale property. Versus 10% in Valencia or Catalonia — saving thousands on a standard purchase.

45%

DIC investment deduction

Deduct up to 45% of qualifying Canarian investments directly from your corporate tax liability.

Questions

Common questions

Do I need a Spanish tax advisor if I live in Lanzarote?

Once you spend more than 183 days per year in Spain you become a Spanish tax resident and must declare your worldwide income to the AEAT. Spain's tax system is administered entirely in Spanish, with official communications requiring responses within 10–15 days. Missing a notification can result in fines, interest and in serious cases embargoes on bank accounts. A qualified English-speaking advisor is not just convenient — it is genuinely protective of your finances.

Can you manage my holiday rental taxes from outside Lanzarote?

Yes — our entire service is delivered remotely. We serve property owners based in the UK, Germany, the Netherlands, Ireland and across Europe. You share documents digitally through our client portal, and we handle all filings, IGIC returns and AEAT communications on your behalf. You never need to visit Spain for tax purposes.

How is Lanzarote different from buying or investing in mainland Spain?

The Canary Islands operate under a Special Economic and Fiscal Regime (REF) approved by the European Union. This means lower indirect taxes (IGIC at 7% vs 21% IVA), lower property transfer tax (6.5% vs up to 10%), a 99.9% inheritance tax exemption for direct relatives, and a 4% corporate tax rate under the ZEC. These are structural advantages, not loopholes — in place for over 30 years.

What is the Digital Nomad Visa and can I use it for Lanzarote?

Spain's Digital Nomad Visa allows non-EU nationals including British citizens post-Brexit to live in Spain while working remotely for foreign clients or employers. It requires proof of remote work and a minimum monthly income of approximately €2,646. Qualifying holders can access the Beckham Law flat 24% tax rate for up to 6 years. Lanzarote is a popular destination given the climate, infrastructure and cost of living.

Do you work with clients who have not filed Spanish taxes before?

Yes, this is very common. Voluntary regularisation — coming forward before the AEAT contacts you — typically results in significantly lower penalties than being investigated. We handle retroactive filings for expats, rental property owners and business owners who were not aware of their obligations. The sooner you regularise, the better the outcome.

Your taxes in
Lanzarote, handled.

Your situation in Lanzarote

Key dates for residents

Tax rates — what you pay

Lanzarote vs mainland Spain

How it works

Initial consultation

Clear proposal

We handle everything

Ongoing peace of mind

A fiscal regime unlike anywhere else in the EU

Common questions

Your first consultation —
no commitment

Tell us your story

Your taxes inLanzarote, handled.

Your situation in Lanzarote

Key dates for residents

Tax rates — what you pay

Lanzarote vs mainland Spain

How it works

Initial consultation

Clear proposal

We handle everything

Ongoing peace of mind

A fiscal regime unlike anywhere else in the EU

Common questions

Your first consultation —no commitment

Tell us your story

Your taxes in
Lanzarote, handled.

Your first consultation —
no commitment