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V2749-23 ·9 October 2023 ·consulta-vinculante Medium impact
Tax

Registration as a commercial agent does not permit trading artwork on one's own account

An inquirer asked whether being registered as a commercial agent allows them to act as an art dealer. The DGT ruled that while they may use that classification if acting as a mediator, if they trade on their own account, they must register under the appropriate trade headings.

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How it affects those involved

Businesses must ensure their tax registration headings accurately reflect whether they are acting as intermediaries or trading goods directly to avoid regulatory non-compliance.

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2023-10-09PublishedPublished in the BOE
Official text Based on BOE data (boe.es). Information, not advice.

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