Spain extends fuel tax discounts for self‑employed and SMEs

The Spanish government approved Royal Decree‑Law 18/2026, extending temporary tax rebates on gasoline, diesel and electricity for self‑employed workers and small‑business firms until the end of September 2026. The measure, first introduced in March to offset the impact of the Iran‑Israel conflict on global energy markets, keeps the full discount for transport operators, farmers, livestock breeders and fishers throughout the period, while other sectors will see the benefit reduced gradually.

The phased‑out schedule sets a discount of 15 cents per litre in July, 10 cents in August, 5 cents in September and ends the aid in October, unless a resurgence in energy prices triggers a re‑activation clause. No application is required; the discount is applied directly at the pump and on electricity bills. The decree aims to smooth the transition for households and businesses as markets stabilise, while preserving the option to restore the original level of support if the geopolitical situation worsens.