You are entitled to tax-free capital gains of up to €1,000 per year (or €2,000 for joint taxation). You can use this so-called savings allowance (tax-free allowance) to pay less tax on interest income from your BBVA account, savings box or fixed-term deposit. To do this, you must give us an exemption order.
● The allowance applies annually and to all capital gains, including those from other banks.
● So if you earn capital gains from several banks, make sure that the total of all exemption orders does not exceed the lump sum.
How to set up an exemption order with BBVA:
1. Open the BBVA website on your computer (desktop view, not via the App) and log in to your online banking.
2. Click on “My Profile” in the sidebar
3. Scroll down. There you will find the item “Apply for Exemption Order.”
4. Choose whether you want to apply “Individually” or “Jointly” (for married couples or registered civil partnerships).
Please note: For joint applications, we need your spouse or life partner's details.
5. Specify the desired amount and validity period.
6. Confirm the application – the exemption order is now active.