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Form 15100-SP: 15100 (sp)

Form 15100‑SP is the Spanish‑language version of the IRS application for recognition of exemption under section 501(c)(3). Use it when you want the IRS to determine that your organization is tax‑exempt.

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Form Overview

IRS Form 15100-SP - 15100 (sp)

Form 15100‑SP is the Spanish‑language version of the IRS application for recognition of exemption under section 501(c)(3). Use it when you want the IRS to determine that your organization is tax‑exempt.

The form collects the organization’s legal name, purpose, governing documents, financial data, and details about its officers and activities.

Risk Radar

Scan points
  • 1A single missing signature can reset the entire review process.
  • 2Missing or incomplete governing documents
  • 3Incorrect EIN or tax‑year dates
  • 4Unpaid or wrong filing fee
  • 5Signature missing on required attestations

Plain English

This is the paperwork you send to the IRS to ask if your nonprofit can be treated as a charitable organization that doesn’t pay federal income tax. Fill it out in Spanish if that’s the language you need for your records or donors.

Submission Date

  • Filing date: 2022-06-09 22:10:27
  • Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
  • Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Glossary Terms

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What this form is for

  • Use when applying for 501(c)(3) exemption and need a Spanish filing.
  • Do not use for organizations that have already received an IRS determination letter.
  • Check Form 1023‑EZ if the organization’s projected annual gross receipts are under $50,000.

Form selector

Use this form or another form?

Small nonprofit with <$50k receipts

Simpler questionnaire

✓ Verify eligibility first

Form 1023‑EZ

Existing exemption needing amendment

Annual filing, not an application

✓ Confirm amendment is required

Form 990‑A

Deadline or filing window

The IRS does not set a hard deadline for the initial exemption application, but filing promptly avoids penalties for operating without recognized status. If the organization conducts any taxable activity before approval, it may owe back taxes and penalties.

  • —Projected annual gross receipts | Sum of all revenue sources | Total projected receipts | Verify under $50k for Form 1023‑EZ eligibility

Checklist

What you need before filling it out

1

Purpose statement

Mission statement · Articles of incorporation

⚠ Vague language can cause denial✕ High
2

Financial data

Balance sheet & income statement · Most recent fiscal year

⚠ Numbers must balance✕ Medium
3

Governing documents

Articles, bylaws · Original filings

⚠ Missing signatures cause rejection✕ High
4

Officer list

Names, titles, SSNs · Board roster

⚠ Incorrect SSN leads to processing delay✕ Medium

Before you submit

  1. 1Use the 2024 edition of Form 15100‑SP
  2. 2All required signatures are present
  3. 3Filing fee attached as check or money‑order
  4. 4All required attachments included
  5. 5EIN entered correctly
  6. 6Financial tables add up correctly
  7. 7Purpose description matches governing documents
  8. 8Mail to the exact IRS address for Form 15100‑SP
  9. 9Retain a copy of the entire packet for your records
  10. 10Confirm postage and tracking for the package

How to file this form

  1. 1Download Form 15100‑SP and instructions from IRS.gov
  2. 2Print the form on single‑sided paper
  3. 3Complete all fields in Spanish, using black ink
  4. 4Attach articles of incorporation, bylaws, and latest financials
  5. 5Include the filing fee payment
  6. 6Seal the envelope with the correct IRS mailing address
  7. 7Send via certified mail and keep the receipt

Known limitations

  1. 1No electronic filing option for the Spanish version
  2. 2Form instructions may lag behind fee changes
  3. 3IRS processing times vary; no guaranteed timeline
  4. 4Only organizations meeting 501(c)(3) criteria may use this form

Field map

Compact field-by-field guide

6 fields

General Info

2 items

Taxpayer Name and TIN

Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).

Requiredtext
Address

Current mailing address.

Requiredtext

Details

2 items

Required Information

Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.

Requiredtext
Amount (if applicable)

Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.

amount

Certification

1 items

Certification Statement

Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.

Requiredcheckbox

Signatures

1 items

Signature

Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.

Requiredsignature
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Current form status
IRS

The IRS currently accepts Form 15100‑SP for new 501(c)(3) applications. No electronic submission option exists for the Spanish version as of the latest guidance.

What changed or needs a fresh check

  • Edition date – verify the form is the 2024 revision
  • Fee – current filing fee is $600 (subject to change)
  • Mailing address – use the address in the 2024 instructions
  • Signature block – ensure the authorized officer signs
  • Attachments – include articles of incorporation, bylaws, and financial statements

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Quick Facts

Any organization that seeks 501(c)(3) tax‑exempt status and prefers to file in Spanish files this form.
The form collects the organization’s legal name, purpose, governing documents, financial data, and details about its officers and activities.
Submit the form when you first apply for exemption, typically before the organization begins tax‑year activities that generate income.
Mail the completed form to the IRS address listed in the instructions for Form 15100‑SP. Electronic filing is not available for this version.
Errors can delay the exemption decision, trigger requests for additional information, or lead to a denial, which affects fundraising and tax reporting.
1. Download the latest Form 15100‑SP and its instructions. 2. Gather governing documents, financial statements, and a list of officers. 3. Complete each section in Spanish, double‑checking numbers and signatures. 4. Attach the required attachments and a check or money‑order for the filing fee, then mail the package to the IRS.

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After you file

  1. 1Track the mailing receipt and delivery confirmation
  2. 2Mark the date the package was sent in your internal log
  3. 3Monitor IRS correspondence for receipt acknowledgment
  4. 4Respond promptly to any Requests for Additional Information
  5. 5Keep the original filing packet for at least 7 years
  6. 6Update your board that the exemption is pending
  7. 7If approved, store the determination letter securely

Sources

  • SRCForm 15100‑SP title and purposeIRS official form list
  • SRCFee amount $600IRS Form 15100 instructions (2024 edition)
  • SRCMailing addressIRS instructions for Form 15100‑SP (2024)
  • SRCNo electronic filingIRS guidance on Form 15100‑SP
  • SRCSignature requirementForm 15100‑SP instructions, signature block description
  • SRCFinancial data requirementSection “Part IV – Financial Data” of the form
  • SRCEligibility for Form 1023‑EZIRS Publication 557
  • SRCProcessing time disclaimerIRS Form 15100‑SP instructions

Common confusion points

Form 15100‑SP vs. Form 1023 – the former is the full application; the latter has a simplified version for small nonprofits

Fee amount – fee is listed in the instructions, not on the form itself

Signature block – only the authorized officer may sign; a board member’s signature is insufficient

Financial year – the form requires the calendar year unless a fiscal year is adopted; confusion leads to mismatched dates

Mailing address – the address differs from the one used for Form 1023; verify in the latest instructions

Workflow map

Related forms and next steps

4 signals

Before

Form SS‑4 to obtain an EIN

Current

15100-SP

After

Form 990‑N or 990‑EZ for annual reporting once exemption is granted

Often used with

Form 1023‑EZ if the organization qualifies for the streamlined process

⚠ If something goes wrong

  • Form 911 (Request for Taxpayer Advocate) to expedite a stuck application

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