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V0389-21 25 February 2021 · SG de Impuestos sobre el Consumo Criterion in force
IVA · servicios prestados por vía electrónica

VAT exemption for training depends on whether the service is educational or provided electronically

A taxpayer has requested clarification regarding VAT taxation and exemptions for in-person and online training services. The DGT explains that the exemption applies only to educational services and does not extend to services provided by electronic means.

The question raised

Question raised: Taxation and possible exemption in Value Added Tax for the described activities.

The DGT's ruling

Online training services are services provided by electronic means if they are automated and require little human intervention, which precludes their exemption. In contrast, they are educational services if communication exists between teacher and student via the network, even if digital content is used. Educational services may be exempt if the requirements of an authorized entity and inclusion in curricula are met. Services provided by electronic means are taxed at the general rate of 21% if they are located in Spain.

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