US–Spain tax guidance

Where Uncle Sam meets
Hacienda.

Living in Spain as an American means two tax systems, two sets of deadlines, and double the confusion. HolaSam brings clarity — so you know what you're dealing with, when to do what, what to ask, and who to call.

Sound familiar?

"Do I have to file a US tax return from Spain?"

Yes, most Americans abroad do. The hard part is knowing what applies, what reliefs may help, and when to do what.

"What even is Modelo 720 and do I need it?"

It's Spain's foreign asset declaration. The rules are easy to miss, and late or incorrect filing can still create expensive problems.

"If I sell my US property, what do I owe Spain?"

Both countries may care. HolaSam helps you identify the questions to ask before a property sale becomes a tax-season surprise.

"My gestor handles Spain. Who helps me understand the US side?"

HolaSam helps you understand both sides — so you can work more effectively with the professionals who actually file your returns.

How it works

Guidance that knows your situation.

HolaSam starts with your facts, then organises the US and Spain tax questions around you.

01

Tell us about yourself

Residency status, income sources, assets, etc. A quick profile — not a questionnaire.

02

Get your US–Spain tax assessment

A clear picture of your obligations, exposures, and opportunities across both systems.

03

Get answers to your questions

Ask anything, in plain English or Spanish. Specific guidance based on your actual situation.

And when you need a human — we know some good ones.

HolaSam is built on a foundation of human expertise. Our network of vetted tax professionals already know your situation before you pick up the phone. Are you an advisor? Learn more →

What you get

A tax snapshot that gives you a clear picture.

HolaSam turns your profile into a practical working brief: what likely applies, what needs review, and what to ask next.

Your filing map

A side-by-side view of likely US and Spain responsibilities for the tax year you care about.

Risk flags

Items that may need attention — FBAR, Modelo 720, PFICs, self-employment, property sales, or wealth-tax exposure.

Missing info checklist

The facts you still need before filing, plus why each one matters.

… and much more!

Sample HolaSam assessment output

Also free

IRPF calculator for expats.

Estimate your Spanish income tax across salary, pensions, US retirement accounts, rental income, and more. Classification-first — you see how Spain categorises each income type, not just a total.

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Both sides of your tax life

There's a lot to keep track of.
That's why we're here.

Two governments. Two sets of forms. Two filing seasons. Below is just some of what HolaSam covers, and we'll help you sort through it.

🇺🇸 — IRS
Form 1040FBARFATCA / Form 8938FEIEForeign Tax CreditExit taxPFIC rulesSocial SecurityTotalizationUS rental incomeTreaty benefitsIRA & 401(k)Self-employment taxProperty sale
🇪🇸 — Hacienda
IRPFModelo 720Modelo 721Impuesto de PatrimonioBeckham LawITSGFImputed rentWealth tax by CARenta declarationAutónomo obligationsTreaty tiebreakerNon-resident taxResidency rules183-day rule

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HolaSam provides educational guidance, not tax filing services or legal advice.