Tax

Tax incentives for expats in Spain under the Mbappé Law

1. Introduction On 28 November 2024, the Madrid regional Parliament enacted Law No. 4/2024, introducing a significant tax incentive for individuals relocating from outside Spain to Madrid. Since its announcement coincided with Real Madrid Football Club’s signing of renowned player Kylian Mbappé, this law has been popularly dubbed the “Mbappé Law.” This article outlines the […]

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A tax residency certificate is not sufficient to secure your tax residency

I. Summary It is a common misconception that obtaining a tax residency certificate from a new country of residence automatically grants tax non-resident status in the previous country of residence. However, this assumption is incorrect. In this article, we discuss a recent case decided by the Spanish Supreme Court involving a renowned football player. While

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The UAE is a top country to set up a personal holding company

I. Introduction The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has long been a preferred destination for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals looking to relocate. However, in recent years—particularly since the 2020 pandemic and the rise of remote work—there has been a growing influx of entrepreneurs, freelancers, and business-minded individuals seeking new opportunities. For those managing multiple ventures, establishing

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Nominee arrangements and foreign investment in Saudi Arabia

I. Introduction Expanding business operations into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) presents numerous opportunities for foreign investors. While market analysis and investment prospects often take precedence, understanding and adhering to regulatory requirements is equally critical. To establish a presence in the Saudi market, companies must first engage with the Ministry of Investment, which is

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Recent amendments to Saudi Arabia’s Zakat

1. Overview of the Amendments to the Zakat Collection Regulations for 1445 AH Legislative developments related to zakat collection in Saudi Arabia continue to evolve rapidly, aligning with changes in other laws such as corporate regulations, investment laws, accounting standards, and tax legislation. This article provides an overview of the key updates introduced by Ministerial

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Spanish Beckham Law and tax on large fortunes

1. Introduction NAX Law secured and important tax ruling from the Spanish General Directorate of Taxation (“GDT”), regarding the interaction between the Spanish tax on large fortunes (“TLF”) and the impatriates regime, also known as Beckham Law. In this article we uncover the details. 2. The impatriates regime Spain introduced the impatriates regime in 2003,

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Saudi Arabia’s proposed new Income Tax Law

1. Summary In late 2023, Saudi Arabia’s Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (“ZATCA”) initiated a public consultation process to introduce a new Income Tax Law (“ITL”) to replace the current framework. The proposed law, still under review, is designed to modernize the ITL in line with leading global tax standards while fostering a more business-friendly

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The UAE announces registration deadlines for corporate tax

1. Introduction On 27 February 2024, the UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) released Decision No. 3 of 2024, dated 22 February, detailing the registration deadlines for corporate tax under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 (the “CT Registration Decision”). This decision will take effect starting 1 March 2024. In this article, we provide an overview

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The Spanish Constitutional Court strikes out 2016 corporate income tax rules

1. Overview On 18 January 2024, the Spanish Constitutional Court (“CC”) ruled that certain provisions of the corporate income tax (“CIT”) reforms introduced in 2016 were unconstitutional. However, the Court decided to limit the application of this ruling, specifying that it only applies to cases where taxpayers had contested these measures before the publication date

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