How much selling your flat will really cost: the seller's taxes and costs, with the exemptions that can save you money.
Taxation · Updated October 2026 · 5 min read
When selling a property in Barcelona, the seller bears several taxes and costs. Knowing them in advance avoids surprises at settlement.
It taxes the increase in land value. If there has been no real increase, it may not be payable or can be reclaimed; we cover it in the guide on reclaiming the capital gains tax.
The difference between the sale and purchase price is taxed in the savings base (scale from 19% to 28%). There are important exemptions:
More detail on property taxes.
In the savings base of income tax, on a scale from 19% to 28%. There are exemptions for reinvestment in a primary residence or for those over 65.
Not necessarily. If there has been no increase in land value since the purchase, it may not be due or can be reclaimed.
Mainly the municipal capital gains tax, the capital gain in income tax, the registry cancellation of the mortgage if any, the energy and habitability certificates, and their share of notary fees as agreed.
By applying exemptions (reinvestment in a primary residence, those over 65) and adding to the purchase value the costs and taxes borne and evidenced improvements, which reduces the gain. We optimise it legally for your case.
The buyer must withhold 3% of the price and pay it to the tax authority towards the non-resident seller's income tax, who then regularises their gain. We coordinate the withholding and its refund where applicable.
We calculate your taxes as a seller and apply the exemptions you are entitled to.
