How the DGT's position has evolved
Current position
To apply the special regime, the operation must be carried out within the commercial sphere according to Law 3/2009 and comply with the requirements of the LIS (Corporate Income Tax Law). The regime is not permitted if the main objective is tax fraud or evasion or if it lacks valid economic reasons. In the case of non-monetary contributions, the activity must be economic, which requires employing at least one person with a full-time employment contract.
The DGT's position remains constant regarding the need for valid economic reasons and compliance with Law 3/2009. The evolution shows greater technical specificity by linking the validity of the economic activity in non-monetary contributions to labor structure requirements. There are no changes regarding the prohibition due to tax fraud or evasion.
Turning points
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Establishes that for leasing to be considered an economic activity and allow non-monetary contributions, at least one person must be employed with a full-time employment contract.
Analysis based on 26 of 40 rulings with a stated position. Updated 19 August 2026.