How are pensions taxed under the Spain-United Kingdom tax treaty?
Under the Spain-United Kingdom tax treaty, private pensions are generally taxable only in the country of residence — meaning no withholding tax applies at source (0%). This is favorable for retirees who have moved between the two countries, as their pension income will not be subject to double taxation. Government pensions may have different rules under a separate treaty article. This 0% rate compares to a median of 0% across Spain's 40 active treaty partners, and 0% across United Kingdom's 54 active partners.
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Spain
Rank 15 of 40 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Egypt (0%), Finland (0%), France (0%)
Higher rates with: Greece (0%), Hungary (0%), Indonesia (0%)
United Kingdom
Rank 18 of 54 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Denmark (0%), Estonia (0%), Egypt (0%)
Higher rates with: Finland (0%), France (0%), Greece (0%)