This page explains how VAT (IVA) applies to charities, foundations, and non-profit organisations purchasing goods or services from JUCRA Digital.
Provider: JUCRA Digital SL
Last Updated: 15th May 2026
From time to time, charities, foundations, or non-profit organisations may question why VAT (IVA) has been added to invoices issued by JUCRA Digital.
While charitable organisations may benefit from certain tax relief schemes, grants, donations, or exemptions in other areas, this does not automatically mean they are exempt from paying VAT (IVA) on purchased services or goods.
Important: In most normal commercial situations, charities and foundations are still required to pay VAT (IVA) on services and products they purchase.
Table of Contents
1. General VAT Position
JUCRA Digital operates as a VAT (IVA) registered business in Spain and is legally required to apply VAT (IVA) where applicable under Spanish and EU tax regulations.
This applies regardless of whether the customer is:
- A private individual
- A commercial company
- A charity
- A foundation
- A non-profit organisation
The legal VAT treatment depends on the nature of the transaction and applicable tax rules, not simply the type of organisation purchasing the service.
2. Charity Status & VAT
Being a registered charity or foundation does not automatically create a blanket exemption from VAT (IVA) obligations.
Charities are generally still required to pay VAT on goods and services they purchase unless a specific legal exemption applies to that exact transaction type.
This includes common services such as:
- Web hosting
- Email hosting
- Website development
- SEO services
- Digital marketing
- Software services
- Consultancy services
3. Why VAT Is Added to Invoices
As a Spanish registered company, JUCRA Digital is legally responsible for:
- Charging VAT (IVA) where applicable
- Collecting VAT on behalf of the Spanish tax authorities
- Declaring VAT through quarterly tax returns
- Maintaining compliant accounting records
JUCRA Digital cannot simply remove VAT from invoices purely because the customer is a charity or foundation unless a specific legal exemption clearly applies.
4. Tax Relief vs VAT Obligations
There is an important distinction between:
- Tax relief schemes available to donors or sponsoring companies
- VAT obligations relating to purchased services
For example:
- A business or individual donating to a registered charity may benefit from certain tax deductions or reliefs
- However, the charity itself may still be required to pay VAT on purchased commercial services
These are separate tax concepts and should not be confused.
5. Important Notes
- Charity or foundation status does not automatically remove VAT obligations.
- JUCRA Digital must comply with Spanish and EU VAT regulations.
- Specific legal exemptions may apply only in limited cases.
- Customers should seek independent accounting or tax advice where necessary.
- JUCRA Digital reserves the right to request supporting documentation where exemption claims are made.