Estimate Your Tax Under Spain's Beckham Regime
Use this calculator to compare a simplified estimate of tax under the Beckham Law versus a simplified ordinary Spanish resident income tax scenario.
This tool is for education only. It does not include all deductions, social security nuances, foreign income rules, spouse/family effects, wealth tax, or treaty interactions.
What Is the Beckham Law in Spain?
The “Beckham Law” is the common nickname for Spain’s special tax regime for inbound workers, formally linked to Article 93 of the Spanish Personal Income Tax Law. If you qualify, you are taxed under rules similar to non-residents for a limited period, which can reduce taxes significantly for many high earners.
The most well-known feature is the flat taxation of qualifying employment income at 24% up to €600,000, with income above that threshold taxed at a higher rate (commonly estimated at 47% under current rules). By comparison, ordinary Spanish resident taxation is progressive and can reach high marginal rates depending on the region and income level.
How This Calculator Works
1) Taxable income base
We begin with your annual gross employment income and subtract your entered deductible estimate. This creates a simplified taxable amount for comparison.
2) Beckham estimate
- 24% on the first €600,000 of taxable employment income
- 47% on taxable employment income above €600,000
3) Ordinary resident estimate
We apply a simplified progressive scale (roughly aligned to common state bands) and then apply a regional profile multiplier:
- 19% up to €12,450
- 24% from €12,450 to €20,200
- 30% from €20,200 to €35,200
- 37% from €35,200 to €60,000
- 45% from €60,000 to €300,000
- 47% above €300,000
Because autonomous communities apply different rates and allowances, this is only a directional estimate, not a filing-ready computation.
Who Typically Looks at This Regime?
People moving to Spain for work often check whether they can apply for the special inbound regime, especially:
- International executives and specialists relocating to Spain
- Tech professionals and startup employees
- Remote or internationally mobile workers with Spanish employment links
- Entrepreneurs accepted under qualifying pathways
Exact eligibility can change with legislation and administrative interpretation. Always confirm current criteria with a Spanish tax adviser.
What This Calculator Does Not Include
- Detailed social security computations and caps
- Company stock plans and timing-specific taxation
- Investment income sourcing and treaty relief
- Wealth tax, solidarity tax, or exit tax implications
- Joint filing, dependents, disability allowances, and special reductions
- Regional deductions and community-specific credits
In short: this tool helps with a first-pass decision, not final tax planning.
Practical Planning Tips Before You Move
Check timing windows early
Special regimes usually have strict filing deadlines after registration with Spanish social security or other trigger dates. Missing deadlines can remove the option entirely.
Model multiple compensation structures
Salary, bonus, equity, pension contributions, and expense reimbursements can all alter your effective tax profile. A good plan compares scenarios before signing contracts.
Coordinate immigration, payroll, and tax
Many expensive problems happen when legal teams, payroll providers, and tax advisers work in isolation. A joined-up onboarding process is worth it.
FAQ: Beckham Law Spain Calculator
Is this calculator official?
No. It is an educational estimate tool.
Can I rely on this for filing?
No. Use it only as a planning reference and validate numbers with a qualified Spanish tax professional.
Why is there a regional selector?
Ordinary resident income tax in Spain has regional variation. The selector gives a rough adjustment so users can see how location can shift outcomes.
How long can Beckham benefits last?
Commonly up to six tax years under many scenarios, but the exact period and start year depend on formal rules and acceptance details.