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I left the UK & moved to Spain - an expected law had me slapped with a £235 bill
A MOTHER has revealed that she thought it would be cheaper and more relaxing to live in Spain, but was recently hit with a very big shock. Natasha T…
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Spanish Vehicle Tax System Catches Expats Off Guard: A Cautionary Tale
Expat in Spain Issues Warning Over Unexpected Annual Vehicle Tax Liability. A British expatriate residing in Spain, Natasha Tuckey, has brought to light a significant bureaucratic hurdle within the Spanish vehicle tax system, which she experienced firsthand. Her account serves as a cautionary tale for fellow expats and prospective vehicle owners, emphasizing the need for thorough understanding of local regulations to avoid unforeseen financial implications. Tuckey's video details her experience after purchasing a car in January and then selling it just a few months later. "They told me living in Spain was relaxing, then I met the vehicle tax system," Tuckey stated, reflecting on her initial expectations versus the reality of Spanish bureaucracy. She described the surprise of receiving a full year's vehicle tax bill, despite having owned the car for only a fraction of that year. The core of the issue, as she discovered, is a specific Spanish regulation: "Whoever owns the car on January 1st pays the tax for the entire year, even if you sell it the next day." This rule meant Tuckey effectively subsidized another individual's car tax for eleven months, a situation she found both frustrating and financially impactful. After contacting the relevant office, she was met with a simple, albeit unhelpful, "Welcome to Spain." Her experience underscores the complexities that can arise when navigating administrative processes in a new country, particularly for those unfamiliar with specific local laws. Tuckey strongly advises anyone planning to buy or sell a vehicle in Spain to meticulously verify the calendar and relevant tax dates to prevent similar costly oversights.
The Sun
I left the UK & moved to Spain - an expected law had me slapped with a £235 bill
A MOTHER has revealed that she thought it would be cheaper and more relaxing to live in Spain, but was recently hit with a very big shock. Natasha T…
