Spanish Tax Agency · DEHú · Asset Protection

Official Fiscal Representative in Spain for Non-Residents

We act as your accredited tax representative before the Spanish Tax Agency (Agencia Tributaria - AEAT). We provide an official Spanish registered notification address, continuously monitor your electronic DEHú mailbox, and respond within strict statutory deadlines to prevent sudden bank freezes and costly tax penalties while you are abroad.

Official AEAT Registration 24/7 DEHú Monitoring 100% Remote Onboarding
From €150 / year

Comprehensive Tax Protection

Essential for non-resident property owners, landlords, UK expats, and overseas investors.

  • Registered Spanish address for official tax correspondence
  • Active electronic monitoring of the government DEHú system
  • Instant email & WhatsApp alerts when any notice is issued
  • Professional response to AEAT requests & audit inquiries
  • Strict deadline tracking to safeguard Spanish bank accounts
  • Direct communication in English, Spanish and Russian

The hidden danger of missed notices

Why the Spanish Tax Agency No Longer Sends Letters Abroad

Spain's tax administration operates almost entirely through electronic notification mailboxes (DEHú - Dirección Electrónica Habilitada única).

01

The Strict 10-Day Window

When the tax agency issues an electronic notice, Spanish law grants exactly 10 calendar days to open it. If left unopened, it is legally deemed received. Appeal deadlines immediately start ticking without your knowledge.

02

Surprise Bank Embargoes

Without a designated tax representative monitoring your digital mailbox, a minor discrepancy in rental income or past Modelo 210 filings escalates to executive collection. Owners typically find out months later when Spanish bank accounts are frozen.

03

Legal Requirements (Art. 47 LGT)

Under Section 47 of the Spanish General Tax Act and Article 10 of the Non-Resident Income Tax Act, the tax authority may mandate non-residents with property or operations in Spain to appoint an official fiscal representative with a local Spanish address.

Transparent pricing

Fiscal Representation Plans

No hidden charges. Predictable annual retainers with full professional coverage before the Spanish Tax Agency.

€150 / year + VAT

DEHú Monitoring Plan

For property owners who already file taxes but require an accredited Spanish address and continuous digital mailbox surveillance.

  • Official appointment and registration in the AEAT census
  • Registered legal address in our Benidorm office
  • Weekly surveillance of the central DEHú portal
  • Immediate forwarding of notifications with English explanation
  • Initial legal assessment of the tax query
From €90 + VAT

Tax Audit & Defense

For taxpayers who have already received an inquiry letter, fine notification, or tax audit from the AEAT.

  • Immediate formal appearance in the tax case
  • Drafting technical response letters and legal appeals
  • Digital submission of invoices and supporting deeds
  • Regularisation of unprescribed past fiscal years
  • Full case monitoring until formal dismissal or resolution

Simple process

How We Set Up Your Representation in 48 Hours

The process is managed entirely online. You do not need to fly to Spain or visit any government building.

1. Administrative or digital power of attorney

If you hold a Spanish Digital Certificate, online empowerment on the AEAT portal takes 10 minutes. Otherwise, we prepare a straightforward administrative representation form or notary authorization.

2. Registration in the Tax Agency Census

We file the official census declaration designating Asistenio as your registered fiscal representative and establishing our Benidorm office as your official address for tax notices.

3. Activation & automated mailbox surveillance

We link your Spanish NIE/NIF to our electronic surveillance hub. From that day onwards, no communication from the Spanish Hacienda can go unnoticed or unmanaged.

Who Especially Needs This Service?

  • Overseas holiday home owners spending months outside Spain.
  • Landlords renting on Airbnb/Booking submitting quarterly Modelo 210 rental filings.
  • Vendors and buyers managing the 3% non-resident tax retention reclaim.
  • Post-Brexit UK citizens and non-EU expats subject to non-resident scrutiny.
  • Non-resident heirs inheriting Spanish real estate or assets.

Frequently asked questions

Fiscal Representation in Spain: Common Questions

Is having a fiscal representative legally mandatory in Spain?

It is legally mandatory in specific scenarios: operating through a permanent establishment, certain foreign entities, or when specifically requested by the tax authorities (Art. 47 General Tax Act & Art. 10 Non-Resident Income Tax Act). For general non-resident homeowners, it is voluntary but strongly advised to avoid missing critical deadlines and receiving unexpected bank embargos.

Is the fiscal representative personally liable for my taxes?

No. The representative acts as an administrative agent and designated receiver of notices. The primary legal liability to pay tax debts remains with the property owner. Asistenio ensures procedural compliance, notification handling, and correct filings.

What happens if Hacienda issues a letter while I am abroad?

The AEAT uploads it to the digital DEHú portal. After 10 calendar days without download, Spanish law considers it formally notified. Penalties (typically €150 to €600 for failure to reply) apply automatically, and your right to submit regular appeals may expire.

Can I appoint a representative if I live in the UK, USA, or other non-EU country?

Yes. Following Brexit, British property owners and non-EU expats find in professional fiscal representation the most dependable way to comply with Modelo 210 obligations without traveling to Spain.

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Request Fiscal Representation in Spain

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