International tax planning advice

Optimize your global and cross border taxes with Pellicer & Heredia

At Pellicer & Heredia, we specialize in international tax planning advice to help expats, business owners, and investors legally optimize their tax burdens.

Managing taxes across multiple countries is a complex challenge. When you are earning income from different countries, operating a cross-border business, or facing complex tax obligations in Spain, understanding international tax laws is crucial. Many foreign residents in Spain struggle with double taxation, unexpected tax liabilities, and compliance issues that can result in significant financial losses.

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Don’t pay more tax than necessary and let our international tax experts guide you

Our team of Spanish tax advisors provides personalized strategies to ensure compliance with all international tax regulations while minimizing your global tax liability.
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Expat tax planning

We help foreign residents in Spain comply with tax regulations and optimize their income, wealth, and inheritance taxes.

Investors and property owners abroad

We offer tax strategies for investments in Spain, taking advantage of double taxation treaties and managing property, capital gains, and wealth taxes.

Business owners and corporations

We provide specialized advice for foreign companies operating in Spain, optimizing tax structures and ensuring compliance with corporate tax, VAT, and transfer pricing rules.

High-net-worth individuals and family offices

We design solutions to protect assets, reduce tax burdens, and plan wealth succession across multiple jurisdictions and global income sources.

Do you have tax obligations in several countries?

Double taxation agreements with Spain

Spain has double taxation treaties with over 90 countries, including the US, UK, Canada, Mexico, and Iceland. These agreements prevent individuals and businesses from being taxed twice on the same income or assets by defining which country has the right to tax specific earnings — for example, rental income from abroad — ensuring fairness and legal certainty for taxpayers.

Complex tax laws across multiple countries

Tax laws vary significantly from one country to another, and navigating these differences can be challenging. For example, what is considered taxable income in one country may be treated differently in another. Additionally, reporting requirements, deadlines, and compliance procedures can differ widely.

Our international tax management services

Tax residency optimization

We assess your personal and financial situation to determine your optimal tax residency, applying international treaties to minimize your tax burden and ensure full compliance with global tax regulations.

Double taxation avoidance strategies

We apply double taxation treaties to prevent being taxed twice on the same income or assets, reducing your overall liabilities and ensuring you only pay what is legally required.

Wealth and inheritance tax planning

We create tailored wealth and inheritance plans to protect your assets, minimize taxes, and ensure efficient cross-border wealth transfer in line with Spanish and international tax laws.

Corporate structuring for tax efficiency

We design and implement optimal corporate structures to maximize tax efficiency, minimize liabilities, and ensure full compliance for international businesses operating in or expanding to Spain.

Compliance with international tax regulations

We manage your global tax compliance, ensuring accurate filings, timely reporting, and adherence to all Spanish and international tax obligations, helping you avoid penalties and audits.

Audit defense and legal representation for tax disputes

We provide expert legal representation during audits or tax disputes, defending your rights, negotiating with authorities, and seeking favorable resolutions to minimize financial and legal risks.

Why Pellicer & Heredia for your wealthy cross border tax management and planning strategies?

Expertise in Spanish and global tax systems

Pellicer & Heredia’s team combines deep knowledge of Spanish tax law with extensive experience in international taxation. We understand the complexities of managing cross-border income, assets, and investments, ensuring compliance and efficiency across multiple jurisdictions. Our specialists stay up to date with evolving global tax regulations to provide accurate, strategic guidance tailored to your situation.

Integrated legal and financial approach

We go beyond traditional tax advice by integrating legal, financial, and strategic perspectives. Our multidisciplinary team includes tax lawyers, accountants, and legal advisors who collaborate to design comprehensive tax planning solutions that protect your assets, reduce exposure, and align with your long-term personal or business goals.

FAQs about international tax planning advise

Double taxation treaties prevent you from being taxed twice on the same income or assets in two countries. They allocate taxing rights between countries, ensuring you only pay taxes once, often in your country of residence. Spain has treaties with over 90 countries, including the USA, UK, and Canada.

By optimizing your tax residency status, leveraging double taxation treaties, and taking advantage of deductions and exemptions available under Spanish tax law. Proper planning can help you minimize taxes on income, wealth, and inheritance.

Without proper planning, you could face double taxation, penalties for non-compliance, and higher tax liabilities. Poor tax management may also lead to audits, legal disputes, and unnecessary financial losses.

Yes, through double taxation treaties and strategic tax planning. These treaties ensure you’re only taxed once, while proper structuring of your income and assets can help you legally reduce or eliminate dual tax obligations.

Expats and non-residents in Spain may benefit from reduced tax rates on certain incomes, exemptions under double taxation treaties, and special regimes like the Beckham Law, which taxes foreign income at a flat rate for qualifying expats.

By structuring your business to take advantage of Spain’s tax treaties, optimizing transfer pricing, and ensuring compliance with local and international tax laws. Proper planning can reduce corporate taxes and improve overall tax efficiency.