Justificante de pago: Proof that a payment was made

What does it mean?

A justificante de pago is evidence of payment. For some AEAT payments, the receipt includes an NRC payment-reference code.

Evidence of payment is not always evidence that an associated application or tax return was successfully submitted.

An everyday example

Paying an application fee and submitting the application can be separate actions.

What to do next

1. Ask what form of payment evidence the receiving office accepts.
2. Check the payer, amount, date and reference against the requirement.
3. Download and retain the official receipt after payment.
4. If confirmation is missing, check the payment status before paying again.

A useful question to ask

Do you need the payment receipt, the submission receipt, or both?

Check the official guidance

Agencia Tributaria: payment-reference evidence

Sources checked on 8 September 2026. These explanations and preparation prompts are introductory, not complete procedural instructions or individual legal, tax or medical advice. Confirm current requirements with the responsible authority or qualified professional before acting.

Related words

• Tasa: An administrative fee
• Domiciliación bancaria: Paying by direct debit
• Solicitud: An application or request