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Spanish Inheritance Tax for Non-Residents: Clarity on What You Really Owe
Non-resident heirs and beneficiaries are subject to Spanish Inheritance Tax on assets located in Spain, even if they live abroad and pay tax in another country.
The challenge is that rules, allowances and deadlines are different from your home system. There is a strict six-month deadline, regional tax regulations, possible surcharges and interest, and the need to coordinate with your local tax position to avoid double taxation where possible.
Our firm helps non-residents understand, calculate and pay Spanish Inheritance Tax properly, using the most favourable legal options available, and handling the procedure locally so you do not have to deal with Spanish tax offices yourself.
Specialised in Spanish Inheritance Tax for Non-Residents
Our legal and tax team focuses on cross-border inheritances involving non-resident beneficiaries. We analyse your case from both a Spanish and international perspective, including:
- Determining when Spanish Inheritance Tax applies to non-resident heirs receiving Spanish property, bank accounts or investments.
- Applying national and regional tax rules to identify available reductions, allowances and exemptions.
- Calculating Spanish Inheritance Tax for each beneficiary, including surcharges, interest and payment plans where available.
- Coordinating with foreign tax advisers to address double taxation issues and compliance in your country of residence.
Our objective is to ensure that non-residents pay what the law requires – no more, no less – while keeping the process structured and manageable from abroad.
Why Our Service for Non-Resident Heirs Stands Out
We provide a practical, results-oriented approach so you understand the tax impact of your Spanish inheritance and avoid costly mistakes.
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Focused on non-resident situations
We regularly act for heirs who live abroad and have no previous experience with Spanish tax rules.
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Clear numbers and explanations
We break down the calculation, explain why tax is due and what options exist in plain English.
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Deadline and penalty management
We monitor the six-month deadline, request extensions when appropriate and minimise surcharges and interest.
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Integrated with the inheritance process
We align tax work with probate and property transfer, so tax is not treated as a separate, last-minute issue.
Who We Assist with Non-Resident Tax
We assist individuals and professionals around the world who must deal with Spanish Inheritance Tax as non-residents, including:
- Non-resident heirs inheriting Spanish property or bank accounts
- Executors and personal representatives of foreign estates
- Foreign solicitors and law firms needing local tax support
- Families with assets in Spain and beneficiaries in different countries
- Non-resident owners planning future succession and tax impact
If you are unsure how Spanish Inheritance Tax affects you as a non-resident, you can contact us for an initial assessment of your position.
Spanish Inheritance Tax for non-residents does not have to be a source of uncertainty.
We analyse your case, explain the tax impact in clear terms and handle the filings in Spain, so you can move forward with certainty.
How We Handle Spanish Inheritance Tax for Non-Residents
A structured, end-to-end tax service designed for heirs living abroad:
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Tax position review
We identify which Spanish tax rules apply to you as a non-resident, and which assets and beneficiaries are affected.
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Calculation and options
We calculate Spanish Inheritance Tax, explain the result and explore reductions, allowances and timing options where the law permits.
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Filing and payment from abroad
We prepare and submit the tax return in Spain, arranging payment from abroad and liaising with banks and authorities.
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Coordination with your local advisers
Where necessary, we coordinate with your tax adviser in your country of residence to address double taxation and reporting duties.
Contact our team
We are here to help you navigate your legal or administrative matter in Spain.
If you need personalised guidance, you can send us a short message and our team will:
- Review your enquiry
- Clarify the steps and requirements
- Identify what you can do next
- Provide direct assistance suited to your situation