Spain Digital Nomad Visa: What Are the Tax Reporting Requirements in Spain?

Last Updated on April 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi

Question

Can someone please tell me about the tax reporting requirements in Spain if I enter on a Spain Digital Nomad Visa (DNV)?

I’m looking at accounting systems and wanting to understand the best option to meet my US tax reporting obligations and Spanish tax reporting obligations. I understand we use a “gestor” to do this but what does the actual monthly, quarterly, annual reporting look like? What are we required to show (simple revenue – expenses for example?)?

Answers

These are the answers of Spainguru’s Facebook group members:

“Hello, Under the Spain Digital Nomad Visa depending on whether you take it as self-employed or an employee.

1. If you are self-employed, you will have to submit your quarterly and annual taxes, in addition to your income tax in the months April to June, keep in mind that you will also have to pay a monthly fee, this is not a tax but is the fee of your social security.
2. If you apply as an employee and obtain the US coverage certificate, you will only have to file the income tax each year, between the months of April to June.
   Tell me what your case is and if you want, ask me what you need ????”

Conclusion

The tax reporting requirements for the Spain Digital Nomad Visa vary significantly depending on whether one is self-employed or employed. For self-employed individuals, there is a need for quarterly and annual tax submissions, alongside regular social security payments.

Employed individuals, particularly those with US coverage certificates, may only need to file an annual income tax. It’s essential to consult with a “gestor” to navigate these obligations effectively, ensuring both US and Spanish tax requirements are met

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