Shakira Wins $64 Million Refund After Court Rules on Tax Dispute

A Madrid court has ruled in favor of Colombian singer Shakira, ordering Spain's tax authority to refund her over 55 million euros ($64 million) due to wrongful tax fines. The court found that Shakira was not a tax resident in Spain for 2011, having spent only 163 days in the country, contrary to the tax authority's claim of 183 days. Shakira expressed relief at the ruling, highlighting the toll the prolonged legal battle took on her health and reputation. This decision pertains only to taxes from 2011, while she previously settled a separate tax evasion case for the years 2012-2014, paying a total of €17.5 million ($20 million) in fines and back taxes.

Key Details: • Shakira was wrongly pursued for taxes due to a miscalculation of her residency days in 2011. • The court ruling emphasizes that the refund is specifically for the tax year 2011. • In 2023, Shakira settled a separate tax case for the years 2012-2014, paying €17.5 million.