Music star Shakira charged with tax evasion in Spain

Spanish prosecutors allege Shakira listed the Bahamas as her official residence for tax purposes between 2012 and 2014, but was in fact living in Spain.

Colombian singer Shakira alleged avoided paying tax by saying she lived in the Bahamas. Source: AAP

Spanish prosecutors are charging pop music star Shakira with tax evasion, alleging she failed to pay more than 14.5 million euros ($A22.9 million) between 2012 and 2014.

The charges allege Shakira listed the Bahamas as her official residence for tax purposes during those years but was in fact living in Spain with her partner, Spanish soccer player Gerard Pique.

Prosecutors in Barcelona said her travel abroad was for short periods because of professional commitments, while most of the year she stayed in Spain.

Shakira is facing tax evasion charges. Source: AAP

They want her to pay tax in Spain on her worldwide income.

The Colombian singer officially moved to Spain for tax purposes in 2015.

A magistrate will assess whether there is enough evidence to put Shakira on trial.

Shakira's representatives said they had no immediate comment.