I’m a disabled US veteran. Are VA and SSDI taxed in Spain?

Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi

Question

I was just reading about taxes. I’m a disabled veteran. I get paid from the VA also. I also get SSDI. SSDI here in the US I don’t pay taxes. I don’t make that much. My VA money in the US is tax free. Will I pay taxes there in Spain?

Answers

These are the answers of some Facebook group members:

“Not taxed by Spain. Thanks for your service.”

“My husband also receives VA and it’s not taxable here in Spain. Social security is taxable over 30k.”

“I understand the VA pension is tax free in Spain”

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