Spain approves extraordinary regularization for foreign nationals

On 14 April 2026, the Council of Ministers approved the Royal Decree that formally launches the extraordinary administrative regularization procedurefor certain third-country nationals who already reside in Spain and who meet specific eligibility criteria. The measure is expected to benefit approximately 500,000 third-country nationals already residing in Spain.

A Tax Alert prepared by EY's People Advisory Services, and attached below, provides additional details.

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