Net Metering Guide for Expats in Spain
Everything foreign residents need to know about Spanish solar compensation rules, grid connections, and maximizing returns under RD 244/2019 regulations.
Key Points for Expats
Energy-Only Scenario
Understanding Spanish Solar Compensation
Spain uses "autoconsumo" (self-consumption) regulated by Royal Decree 244/2019. Eligible simplified compensation values exported surplus under the applicable contract or regulated mechanism, subject to its energy-value cap.
Spanish System
- • Net billing (not metering)
- • Monthly settlement
- • Wholesale compensation rates
- • No annual rollover
- • Max offset: energy charges only
UK/US Systems
- • True net metering
- • Annual credit banking
- • 1:1 credit exchange
- • Credits roll over
- • Can offset entire bill
| Company | Compensation Rate | Min Contract | English Support | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Octopus Energy | Request current offer | Check term and exit fees | Confirm directly | Compare import, export and any credit fees |
| Holaluz | Request current offer | Check term and exit fees | Confirm directly | Check eligibility and billing cap |
| Iberdrola | Request current offer | Check term and exit fees | Confirm directly | Check the exact product, not just supplier |
| Endesa | Request current offer | Check term and exit fees | Confirm directly | Check export and import terms together |
| Naturgy | Request current offer | Check term and exit fees | Confirm directly | Confirm any virtual-credit exclusions |
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