Intra-community transactions – New European Legislation
On 1 January 2020, the new VAT rules applicable on cross-border trade (intra-community transactions) come into force, following amendment of Directive 2006/112/EC.
As of April paternity leave in Spain has been extended
Prior to this, fathers were able to enjoy a paternity leave in Spain of a maximum of six weeks following the birth of a child, but with the entry into force of Royal Decree Law 8/2019, of 8 March on urgent measures relating to social protection and the fight against irregular working hours, paternity leave in Spain was extended to eight weeks as of April 2019.
Record of working hours in Spain
As of 12 May 2019 all companies must ensure that they keep a record of working hours in Spain – a daily record of hours worked by their employees. This record must include the exact start and end times of the working day.
Taxes on long-term vehicles rental in Spain
A growing number of companies and self-employed workers are choosing long-term rentals in order to lower costs and not have to buy certain goods. Vehicles are the most popular assets to long-term vehicles rental in Spain.
European Union Anti-Tax Avoidance Directive
The European Union’s (EU) anti-tax avoidance directive introduces five measures combatting aggressive tax planning which are legally-binding on Member States.