A Spanish court has ordered the country's tax authority to refund €55 million (£48 million, $64 million) to singer Shakira after ruling that the money was improperly collected in a dispute over her taxes.
The national high court acquitted the Colombian singer of tax fraud charges in a separate case in 2024, but this ruling concerns a different matter. The court found that the tax authority had incorrectly assessed and collected the amount from Shakira, who has been living in Spain for several years.
Shakira's legal team argued that the tax claims were based on flawed calculations regarding her residency status and income sources. The court agreed, ordering the full refund plus interest.
The singer, known for hits like 'Hips Don't Lie' and 'Waka Waka', has faced multiple tax disputes in Spain. In 2023, she reached a settlement in a separate case, paying a fine to avoid trial. This latest ruling is a significant legal victory for the artist.
