English-Speaking Tax Consultants for Expats in Madrid

Start by shortlisting English‑speaking advisers with proven experience handling expat cases, cross‑border income and Spanish filings. Check independent reviews, ask for a written engagement letter outlining scope and fees, and test responsiveness. A reputable consultant should explain timelines and documents clearly and offer proactive guidance tailored to your residency status.

You’ll typically need your passport and NIE/TIE, previous Spanish or foreign tax returns, payslips or employment certificates, bank statements, invoices and expense receipts, rental contracts, mortgage statements or property deeds, and certificate(s) of withholding. Bring details of foreign income, pensions, investments and crypto transactions. A consultant will confirm any city‑specific extras.

Personal income tax (IRPF) is filed nationally from April to 30 June. Freelancers file quarterly VAT/IRPF returns around 20 April, 20 July, 20 October and late January, plus annual summaries. Declarations of overseas assets (e.g., Modelo 720/721) are typically due by late March. An adviser will map exact dates for your situation.

Market prices vary by complexity: basic resident returns €120, €300; autónomo monthly bookkeeping and quarterly filings €60, €150; non‑resident Modelo 210 €60, €150 per property; Beckham Law application €300, €800; corporate filings €600+. Prices are set by each provider and paid directly to them; fees aren’t listed on Locallista.

Yes. A Madrid tax adviser can assess eligibility for Spain’s Special Expatriate Regime (Beckham Law), prepare the application within the deadline, and explain how the flat‑rate taxation and six‑year limit work. They’ll also check interactions with foreign income, stock options or remote work to avoid unexpected liabilities.

An adviser can register you as autónomo (Modelos 036/037), set up Social Security (RETA), and configure the correct IAE activity and VAT obligations. They’ll handle quarterly IVA and IRPF filings, expense tracking, invoicing rules and withholding. Good advisers also forecast cash flow and taxes so you’re never surprised by payments.

If you’re non‑resident and own Spanish property, rental income is filed on Modelo 210; EU/EEA residents are generally taxed at 19% with deductible expenses, others at 24% with limited deductions. Empty properties face imputed income. A consultant will calculate the correct base, deadlines and any allowable reliefs.

Spain has tax treaties with many countries to prevent double taxation. Typically you claim a credit for foreign tax paid or apply treaty tie‑breaker rules to determine residency. Bring certificates of tax paid abroad and a certificate of tax residence; a local adviser will structure filings to use relief efficiently.

Many Madrid tax advisers work in English and other languages, offering consultations by WhatsApp, phone or video. With a digital certificate or power of attorney, they can file on your behalf remotely. This is ideal if you’ve just relocated, travel frequently, or prefer paperless, end‑to‑end compliance support.

Check recent reviews from expats, ask for case studies in situations like yours, and confirm what’s included in a fixed fee versus hourly work. Look for clear communication, fast response times and a written engagement letter. Professional memberships and insurance can also indicate a well‑established, quality‑focused practice.

The Beckham Law (officially the régimen especial para trabajadores desplazados under Article 93 of the Spanish IRPF Act) lets qualifying expats be taxed as non-residents for 6 consecutive tax years: the year of arrival plus the next 5. During that window your Spanish-source employment income is taxed at a flat 24 percent on the first 600,000 EUR (47 percent above), instead of the standard progressive rates that reach 47 to 50 percent for higher salaries. Most foreign-source income is exempt from Spanish tax. To qualify you must not have been a Spanish tax resident in any of the previous 5 years, must move to Spain because of a Spanish employment contract, a board appointment, the digital-nomad-visa route, or a qualifying entrepreneurial activity, and must apply within 6 months of registering for Spanish social security. Missing the 6-month application window forfeits eligibility for the entire 6-year benefit. The regime ends automatically after year 6, and you cannot reapply.

The typical 2026 price ranges for English-speaking tax consultants in Madrid are:
• Annual IRPF return (employee, simple): 80 to 150 EUR
• Annual IRPF return (with foreign income or rental property): 150 to 350 EUR
• Beckham Law application: 400 to 1,200 EUR one-time
• Autónomo (freelancer) setup plus quarterly and annual filings: 600 to 1,800 EUR per year
• Cryptocurrency tax compliance: 200 to 500 EUR per year
• Modelo 720 (foreign asset disclosure for residents): 200 to 500 EUR
• Hourly consultation: 80 to 180 EUR

Quotes above the high end are common for consultants who specialise in cross-border situations like US citizens with FATCA exposure, multi-jurisdiction holdings, or complex Beckham-Law eligibility cases; below the low end is unusual outside of automated platforms and worth questioning before signing. The profiles on Locallista include the consultant's typical service fee where they have disclosed it, so you can compare before contacting.