18.05.2026 17:11
A significant decision has been made regarding world-famous singer Shakira, who has been facing tax evasion allegations in Spain for years. Spain's National Court ruled that it could not be proven that the Colombian artist resided in the country for the required period in 2011, thereby annulling the tax penalties imposed on her. The court's ruling in favor of Shakira in the legal battle that has lasted approximately 8 years has sparked widespread reactions both in Spanish public opinion and in the entertainment world.
World-famous Colombian singer Shakira has achieved a significant victory in Spain's long-running tax evasion case. The Spanish National Court has overturned previous tax rulings against the renowned artist, ruling in Shakira's favor.
CRITICAL DECISION IN 8-YEAR LEGAL BATTLE
With the Spanish National Court's decision, the previous ruling that deemed Shakira a tax resident in Spain has been invalidated. The court stated that it could not be proven that the artist lived in the country for more than 183 days in 2011.
TAX AND PENALTY DECISIONS ANNULLED
The court overturned the Economic Administrative Court's ruling dated July 22, 2021, canceling the taxes applied to Shakira and related penalties. As a result, the Spanish treasury will be required to pay the famous singer approximately 60 million euros.
"THERE WAS NEVER ANY FRAUD"
Shakira, through her lawyers, once again denied the allegations. In her statement, the famous artist said, "There was never any fraud. Since the claims were not true, the tax authorities could not prove otherwise."
According to information in the case file, Shakira was on a major world tour in 2011, performing a total of 120 concerts in 37 different countries. This detail was noted to weaken the claims that the artist permanently resided in Spain.
SPANISH TAX AUTHORITY APPEALS
Meanwhile, it was announced that the Spanish Tax Authority would take the decision to the Supreme Court. Tax Authority sources stated that Shakira had previously admitted to tax evasion charges for the years 2012-2014 and would file an appeal.