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End User: DGT doctrinal evolution

How the DGT's position on this topic has evolved, and the rulings it rests on.

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How the DGT's position has evolved

Settled doctrine High confidence 8 rulings · 2018–2023

Current position

The leasing of residential property to a businessperson or professional is exempt from IVA (Value Added Tax) if it is proven that there is no intention to exploit the asset. It is an indispensable requirement that the contract specifically designates the natural person who will be the end user. The exemption does not apply if the lessee has the power to sublet or designate occupants at a later date.

The DGT's position has remained constant since 2018. All analyzed rulings agree that the exemption requires the specific designation of the user in the contract and the prohibition of designating occupants or subletting subsequently.

Analysis based on 8 of 8 rulings with a stated position. Updated 1 October 2026.

Rulings on this topic

8
V0272-22 14 Feb 2022

Marketing of rooms via hotel management is not subject to the DSA

SG de Fiscalidad Internacional
intermediación en líneagestión hotelerainterfaz digital multifacéticahecho imponiblegestor hotelero Ley 4/2020, del Impuesto sobre Determinados Servicios DigitalesLGT — Ley 58/2003 General Tributaria art. 89.1
Affects CompanyExpat · Non-residentIndividual

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