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What Every Expat and International Taxpayer Should Know About Tax Residency, Income Tax, and Worldwide Income For many expatriates moving to Spain or Portugal, one of the biggest surprises is discovering that their tax obligations may extend far beyond the country...

Every year, thousands of Americans living abroad are required to file the FBAR (FinCEN Form 114), yet many underestimate its importance until it is too late. Unlike an income tax return, the FBAR is not about paying tax. It is a mandatory disclosure report required...

The IRS, Extension Filings, and the Timely Mailing Rule Under IRC §7502 For decades, taxpayers and tax professionals have relied on a fundamental principle of federal tax administration: if a tax document is mailed on time, it is considered filed on time. This rule,...

At US Tax Consultants, we are always looking for ways to make the tax filing process faster, more secure, and more convenient for our clients. One of the most significant improvements we have introduced in recent years has been the expansion of electronic filing...

The IRS continues to encourage taxpayers to use “direct deposit” for refunds

Moving to Spain or Portugal offers an exceptional lifestyle, but for U.S. citizens and Green Card holders, tax obligations do not disappear when leaving the United States. In fact, living abroad often means complying with two tax systems simultaneously. Understanding...

For many U.S. citizens and entrepreneurs, relocating to Spain has become increasingly attractive in recent years. Lifestyle, safety, climate, and access to Europe are clear advantages. However, when the move involves an existing U.S. business—particularly an LLC—the...

In last week’s consultations, a number of clients raised important questions regarding the tax treatment of pension plans and retirement savings, particularly when these are held across borders. The discussions revealed some common misunderstandings about...

During last week’s video consultations, many U.S. clients based in Spain shared similar concerns regarding the practical side of tax compliance—particularly around documentation, filing requirements, and the process for completing both U.S. and Spanish obligations...

Over the past week, a recurring set of concerns has emerged from our conversations with U.S. clients residing in Spain. These discussions—captured during our video consultations—highlight the complexity of navigating dual tax obligations and the importance of proper...

The new fee for renouncing U.S. citizenship will decrease from $2,350 to $450. It was recently announced that the U.S. government will significantly reduce the fee for applying for a Certificate of Loss of Nationality (CLN) , following years of advocacy by various...

Learn how U.S. Social Security benefits are taxed in Spain. Understand AEAT criteria, IRPF rules, and how to avoid compliance risks.

During the 2025 Income Tax Campaign, remember that cybercriminals may attempt to deceive you by impersonating the Tax Agency through fraudulent emails (phishing) or SMS messages (smishing). Please remember that the Tax Agency: Does not request confidential, financial,...

For a nonresident alien living in Spain, owning a U.S. single‑member LLC can be a practical way to operate internationally, but it also creates parallel and unavoidable tax obligations in both the United States and Spain. The main risk lies not in high taxation, but...

Although originally declared temporary, the tax remains fully in force and is no longer “temporary.” While the Solidarity and Large Fortunes Wealth Tax (ITSGF) was initially created for the 2022 and 2023 tax years by Law 38/2022 of December 27, its validity was...