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The Spanish Government has approved, through a new Royal Decree, the postponement of the entry into force of Verifactu, the mandatory invoicing control and registration system originally planned for 2026. Under the new timeline, large companies will have until January 2027 to adapt, self-employed professionals will have until July 2027. Although the obligation itself remains
The 2026 financial year comes with several important tax and accounting developments affecting both SMEs and companies with higher volumes of activity in Spain. Some of these updates began to apply in 2025 and will have a direct impact on next year’s filings and formal obligations, while others will first be reflected in specific campaigns
Throughout 2026, several labour measures are expected to enter into force or continue developing, affecting companies, international professionals and individual employers operating in Spain. Some have already been officially announced, others are still pending final regulatory approval, and several of them will form part of the new strategic lines of the Ministry of Labour. This
Spain’s Supreme Court has issued Judgment STS 4675/2025 (20 October 2025), a ruling that marks a significant shift in corporate governance practices in the country. The decision reinforces the judicial control over the Libro Registro de Socios (Shareholder Register Book) and clarifies key principles regarding shareholders’ rights to attend and vote at general meetings. It
At Leialta, we know that a proper year-end closing doesn’t begin when the accounts are filed — it starts much earlier. That’s why performing an accounting and tax review as of 30 November has become an essential step to ensure a reliable and efficient year-end close. Bringing this analysis forward allows you to optimise the
The deadline for filing Form 232 is approaching. On November 30, companies must submit this annual informative return to the Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT), reporting their related-party transactions and any dealings with non-cooperative jurisdictions. For those wondering who is required to file Form 232, the obligation generally applies to companies that have conducted transactions with
In 2025, Spanish regulators have reinforced their control plans in the financial markets (CNMV) and telecommunications/digital services (CNMC). For companies, particularly foreign entities, this means reviewing whether they are required to have legal or technical representation before each authority, depending on their activity. For instance, this may include investment services, marketing of foreign UCITS, notification
The Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT) has introduced Veri*Factu, the new framework of Invoicing Information Systems (SIF). Although Verifactu was initially expected to become mandatory in 2026, the Spanish government has postponed its entry into force until 2027. It will affect companies and self-employed professionals who issue invoices using invoicing software, except those already under the Immediate
In recent weeks, relevant updates have been introduced in labor regulations affecting replacement contracts, labor inspection controls, and subcontrating. These changes have a direct impact on companies’ regulatory compliance and their exposure to potential penalties. Therefore, it is essential for organizations to review their internal procedures and anticipate the risks that these measures may
In the current regulatory landscape, companies are increasingly subject to scrutiny regarding their governance, transparency, and regulatory compliance. Although there are no major legislative changes this September, the demands for control and oversight from the Companies Register and the Tax Agency are being strengthened. This alert offers a practical overview of the current corporate obligations
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