Pensions in Spain - UK pensions in Spain, retirement in Spain, financial implications
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If you move to Spain and become a Spanish tax resident then your pension income from the UK will be liable for Spanish income tax.
However, there are a few exceptions. Pensions issued by government services such as fire service, civil authorities, police force and some teaching positions will only be liable to UK tax.

 

In some circumstances Spanish taxes can be avoided by becoming a Spanish National or if you transfer your pension into a private scheme.

 

 

UK state pensions do not count as government service pensions so are therefore counted as taxable income in Spain.

 

If you are worried about your UK pension whilst in Spain you should seek the advice of a professional tax adviser.

 

 

You can have your UK pension paid direct into your bank account in Spain or continue to have it paid into your UK account in Sterling.

 

Exchange rates

Currency exchange rate changes can have an effect on your UK penison. Your UK pension is paid in Sterling and the amount of Euros it buys each month will vary. If the pound weakens then your spending power will be reduced. many pensioners already living in Spain and claiming UK pensions are already suffering the effects of a weak pound.

 
 
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