How much duty will i have to pay importing a boat to spain from USA?

Question

How much duty will i have to pay importing a boat to spain from USA?

Answer 1

Depends on what part of Spain to some extent and what has been paid in the U.S.A.

In general though it is probable you'll have to pay the vat (17.5%) plus an import duty on top. The paperwork is pretty horrendous and you'll have to use a Notary and/or shipping agents.

If you are just cruising for up to 6 months though you can keep your american registration and are allowed to rest in Spanish waters for 6 months (Temporary Importation).

Frankly its easier and cheaper to buy a boat already in Spain but you don't indicate the size or type you are planning to import

Answer 2

If the boat is less than 15 feet forget to declare it.

BUT if it is a big boat, you will be robbed blind.

I imported a Hobie 14. such a boat does not have to be declared on a Spanish income tax return as it is under 5 metres.

Sorry, I don't know more.