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Taxation of companies in formation not registered in the Spanish Companies House

The Supreme Court has recently established a key criterion that directly affects companies in formation and their shareholders. From now on, the income generated by these companies, as long as they are not registered in the Commercial Registry, will be directly attributed to the shareholders, who will be taxed through to pay tax on it

Holding Companies: Advantages of a unified structure

Nowadays, holding companies are the umbrella that many family businesses need to reorganize their structure and activity as well as for saving taxes. The advantages they offer are undoubtedly attracting companie’s interests. For this reason, we would like to discuss the most relevant aspects of this type of company with you. What are holding companies? 

The end of the 'Golden Visa'
The end of the ‘Golden Visa’ in Spain. How can it affect?

The Spanish government has announced a significant decision that directly impacts the foreign property investment landscape in Spain: the end of the ‘Golden Visa’ programme. The golden visa programme allowd foreigners who made an investment of at least 500.000 euros to reside and work in Spain for a period of time of three years, with

Consequences of failing to file annual accounts with the Commercial Registry

Do you know the sanctions for not filing your annual accounts with the Commercial Register? Many companies often often forget about this crucial step, possibly due to inactivity, even though they are officially registered. However, this submission is mandatory and must be made within 1 month period following its approval by the General Meeting of

Statement-of-Non-Financial-Information-NFI-Report
Non-financial information status report

Knowing and complying with the Non-Financial Disclosure Statement (NFS) is essential for companies committed to transparency and social responsibility. Because of this, Leialta will share with you some key details to ensure compliance with the NFS in Spain. What is the NFS, and who is obliged to submit it? The Statement of Non-Financial Information (EINF in

How can you reduce your Business Tax?

Suppose your company is taxed by the Economic Activities Tax (EAT), and you have reduced your activity. In that case, it is necessary to check whether the amount of this tax can be reduced. For example, if you have sold machinery or changed premises for a lower amount, this will affect the calculation of the

It is now mandatory to create a whistleblowing channel in companies.

The mandatory whistleblowing channel for companies is now a reality. EU member states must adapt to Directive (EU) 2019/1937 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 October 2019 and implement a regulation that guarantees the prevention of internal company crime. In the case of Spain, the implementing legislation will be Law 2/2023

Share tax incentives for shareholders who work in the company

  If your company rewards employees by giving them shares or units of your own or another company in the same group free of charge or at a reduced price, you have to show in the payroll payment in kind. The amount to be reflected is the difference between the market value of the shares

Steps to set up a foundation
What is the minimum amount required to set up a Foundation?

To create a Foundation, it is necessary to have an initial foundational endowment of at least 30,000 euros, which can be monetary or non-monetary. If the endowment is monetary, 25% of the 30,000 euros must be contributed, and the rest within five years. What if the initial endowment is less than 30,000 euros? The founder

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