Use this free calculator to compare your tax liability under the Beckham Law (Special Tax Regime for Impatriates) versus the standard Spanish IRPF. Select your region, enter your gross salary, and get an instant estimate — in English or Spanish.
How to use this calculator
- Enter your annual gross salary in euros
- Select the Spanish autonomous community where you will be a tax resident
- Select the number of dependent children
- The calculator instantly shows your estimated tax under both regimes
Frequently asked questions
What is the Beckham Law tax rate?
Under the Beckham Law, your Spanish-source employment income is taxed at a flat 24% rate up to €600,000. Income above that threshold is taxed at 47%. This compares to the general IRPF progressive scale, which reaches up to 47–54% depending on the autonomous community.
Does the Beckham Law exempt foreign income?
Yes. One of the main advantages of the Beckham Law is that income generated outside Spain — dividends, interest, rental income, capital gains from foreign assets — is generally not subject to Spanish tax. This can represent a significant additional saving not reflected in salary-based calculations.
Why does the calculator show general IRPF as better for low salaries?
The flat 24% Beckham Law rate is only advantageous above a certain salary threshold — typically around €35,000–€40,000 depending on the region and personal deductions. Below that, the progressive IRPF rates (which start at 9.5%) result in a lower total tax bill. However, if you have foreign assets or income, the Beckham Law may still be the better option regardless of salary level.
How accurate is this calculator?
This tool provides an indicative estimate based on 2024–2025 tax rates and a simplified model. It does not account for Social Security contributions, specific regional deductions, pension contributions, or other personal circumstances. For an accurate assessment of your situation, consult a specialist.
Who can apply for the Beckham Law?
To qualify, you must not have been a Spanish tax resident in the previous 5 years, and you must be moving to Spain due to an employment contract, a director appointment, or — since 2023 — as an entrepreneur, highly qualified professional, or digital nomad. The application must be submitted within 6 months of your first Social Security registration in Spain.
Ready to apply?
At DPLL Tax & Legal, we specialise exclusively in the Beckham Law. We handle the full application process — eligibility check, documentation, Modelo 149, and annual tax filing (Modelo 151). Book a free 10-minute call to find out if you qualify and how much you could save.
