Is inheritance tax paid in the Canary Islands?

Group I and II heirs benefit from a very substantial allowance on the amount due, but the return must still be filed on time regardless.

What is the deadline to accept an inheritance?

The tax must be self-assessed within six months of death, with the possibility of a further six-month extension if requested within the first five months.

Inheritance

Inheritance lawyer in Gran Canaria

We handle full probate cases in Gran Canaria, from obtaining the initial certificates through to registering the assets in the heirs' names, and resolve disputes that arise over how the estate is divided.

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Handling the inheritance

We obtain the death certificate, the certificate of last wills, and copies of the will or the declaration of heirs, draw up an inventory of the estate, and prepare the deed of acceptance and distribution before a notary.

Inheritance tax in the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands apply very significant allowances on the tax due for Group I and II heirs, but the self-assessment must still be filed within six months of death (extendable). We calculate the tax, the municipal capital gains levy, and handle filing with the Canary Tax Agency.

Wills and disputes between heirs

We plan succession with wills that respect forced heirship rules and avoid litigation, and where a dispute already exists we act in judicial division of the estate, will challenges, and disinheritance claims.

Frequently asked questions

Is inheritance tax paid in the Canary Islands?: Group I and II heirs benefit from a very substantial allowance on the amount due, but the return must still be filed on time regardless.
What is the deadline to accept an inheritance?: The tax must be self-assessed within six months of death, with the possibility of a further six-month extension if requested within the first five months.