How much transfer tax do you pay in Álava?

The general rate for buying a resale home is 4%. A single rate on the whole value.

What if I buy a new build in Álava?

You will pay IVA at 10% plus stamp duty, whose general rate is 0,5%.

What value is it calculated on?

Since Ley 11/2021 the taxable base is the Catastro reference value whenever it exceeds the price stated in the deed. The Constitutional Court upheld this unanimously in its ruling 13/2026 of 12 February. If the reference value is lower, the declared price applies.

Transfer tax in Álava

General rate of 4% when buying a resale home. A single rate on the whole value.

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Autonomous community

Purchase price

Catastro reference value (optional)

The tax office calculates the tax on the reference value whenever it exceeds the price you pay.

It is a new build (you pay VAT instead of transfer tax)It will be my main home

Does any of this apply to you?

Large familyHome of up to 120 m²

Transfer tax (ITP)

€8,000

General rate · 4.00% on €200,000

You are close to a lower rate

Home of up to 120 m² built

€5,000

Only for homes of up to 120 m² built or 96 m² usable.

Large family

€5,000

Only for large families.

The transfer tax is only one part. What can really cost you money are charges, debts and differences between the listing and the Catastro.

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Reduced rates in Álava

Home of up to 120 m² built

2,5%

Built area of up to 120 m² (detached: plot of up to 300 m² as well).
Use it as your main home and state so in the purchase document.
Not owning more than 25% of another home in the same municipality.

Large family

2,5%

Holding large-family status, regardless of the home's floor area.
Use it as your main home and state so in the purchase document.
Not owning more than 25% of another home in the same municipality.

Frequently asked questions

How much transfer tax do you pay in Álava?: The general rate for buying a resale home is 4%. A single rate on the whole value.
What reduced rates are there in Álava?: Home of up to 120 m² built: 2,5%. Large family: 2,5%.
What if I buy a new build in Álava?: You will pay IVA at 10% plus stamp duty, whose general rate is 0,5%.
What value is it calculated on?: Since Ley 11/2021 the taxable base is the Catastro reference value whenever it exceeds the price stated in the deed. The Constitutional Court upheld this unanimously in its ruling 13/2026 of 12 February. If the reference value is lower, the declared price applies.

Source

Norma Foral 11/2003 de Álava, arts. 43 y 56. Last reviewed: 9/6/2026.

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And what the deed does not say?

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