Deadlines and penalties applicable to inheritances in Spain

Compliance with declaration deadlines is a central element of Spanish inheritance taxation. Any delay automatically results in the application of financial penalties.

Deadlines and penalties applicable to inheritances in Spain
Inheritance tax and reporting obligations

Sènakpon Gbassi

September 14, 2025

Statutory declaration deadline

The inheritance tax return must be filed within a period of six months from the date of death.

Penalties for late filing

If the statutory deadline is exceeded, surcharges may apply, the rate of which increases according to the length of the delay.

Importance of anticipation

Failure to anticipate the applicable deadlines may lead to a significant additional tax burden. An early review of the file makes it possible to assess whether a deferral or a partial declaration may be considered.

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