Spain: Tax deductions and logistical challenges for large and caregiving families

In Spain, families managing significant caregiving or large household responsibilities face unique logistical and financial considerations. Lawyer Ariadna López highlights that individuals caring for elderly relatives may be eligible for tax deductions on their income tax returns. Specifically, those caring for a relative aged 65 to 74 can claim a 1,150 euro deduction, while those caring for someone aged 75 or older may qualify for a 2,550 euro deduction.

Data from the INE indicates that 33.4% of people aged 18 to 74 took on caregiving responsibilities for a family member in 2025. This responsibility falls more frequently on women (36.2%) than men (30.6%).

On a domestic scale, managing large households requires intense coordination. One mother of 15 children in Spain shared that a typical large-scale grocery list includes 240 liters of milk, 7 dozen eggs, and approximately 1,300 cookies. To manage costs, such families often rely on store brands and seasonal produce from local markets.