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LIVE INTERVIEW – on Thursday 19th at 11:00, with Antonio Rodriguez (US Tax Consultants)
We’re excited to announce that Antonio Rodríguez de Peñaranda, CEO of US Tax Consultants, will be featured in a live interview with Barcelona Metropolitan tomorrow Thursday 19 at 11:00. During the interview, Antonio will discuss: Why US Tax Consultants has been the...
US–Spain Income Tax Treaty & 2013 Protocol
The United States and Spain first signed their income tax treaty on February 22, 1990. Its main objective is to avoid double taxation and prevent fiscal evasion for individuals and companies operating between both countries. The treaty outlines who qualifies for...
Tratado sobre el Impuesto sobre la Renta entre EE. UU. y España & Protocolo de 2013
Estados Unidos y España firmaron por primera vez su tratado sobre el impuesto sobre la renta el 22 de febrero de 1990. Su objetivo principal es evitar la doble imposición y prevenir la evasión fiscal para personas y empresas que operan entre ambos países. El tratado...
U.S. Tax Treatment of Virtual Currency
The term “virtual currency” refers to a digital representation of value not issued by any public authority, but which may be, nonetheless, accepted as a means of payment between persons. It functions as a medium of exchange and/or a store of value although it doesn’t...
Cross‑Border U.S. Tax Implications and Coordination with Spanish Fiscal Obligations
By Antonio Rodriguez (US Tax Consultants) Form 1040 and FBAR for U.S. Persons Residing in Spain: Cross‑Border U.S. Tax Implications and Coordination with Spanish Fiscal Obligations U.S. citizens, Green Card holders, and other U.S. persons are taxed by the United...
Webinar NTK on Fiscal Obligations for U.S. Expats in Spain. February 26, 2026, at 18:30
Join the webinar "Need To Know" on February 26, 2026, at 18:30 to discover everything about your tax obligations as an expat in Spain. Don't miss it! Join us in the webinar about how to navigate your tax duties as a U.S. expat living in Spain. Whether you're new to...
Need To Know Seminar on Fiscal Obligations of U.S. Expats living in Portugal
Art Gallery DocumentAv. António Augusto de Aguiar 11, 3º Esq., Lisboa, 1050-212Wednesday, February 11, 2026Two sessions: 9:00 AM and 6:30 PMRegistration required through the American Club of Lisbon Morning sesion 9:00 REGISTRATION Evening sesion 18:30 REGISTRATION...
Americans will get ‘gigantic’ tax refund next year
By Rachel Wolf – FOXBusiness Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent predicted that Americans will see "gigantic" refund checks in the upcoming filing season, thanks to tax cuts in President Donald Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). Bessent, who...
Get Ready for the 2026 Tax Season (U.S., Spain and Portugal)
The IRS is expected to begin the 2026 tax season by accepting e-filed returns on or around Monday, January 26, 2026. The general deadline for filing 2025 federal income tax returns and paying any tax owed is April 15, 2026. The Internal Revenue Service...
Speed Up Your ITIN Process!
US Tax Consultants is Now a Certified Acceptance Agent Great news for our clients! US Tax Consultants is now officially a Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA) authorized by the IRS. This means we can help you obtain your Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)...
Why Are CAA Essential for Expats and Non‑Resident Aliens?
A Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA) is an individual or business authorized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to assist taxpayers in obtaining an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN). ITINs are issued to individuals who must file a U.S. tax return or...
Certified Acceptance Agent in Spain – Understanding the basics.
We’re excited to announce that US Tax Consultants is now an IRS-authorized Certified Acceptance Agent (CAA) in Spain! This means we can help expats and non-U.S. citizens obtain their Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) quickly, securely, and without the...
Webinar – Visas, Taxes, and Finances for Americans in Spain. January 15, 2026
All you need to know as an American living in Spain on January 15, 2026 18:30 - 20:00 (CET) Living abroad comes with plenty of questions- from choosing the right residency permit to understand your tax obligations and managing your assets. For U.S. citizens and green...
Top 5 Benefits of E-Filing Your U.S. Taxes as an Expat
Living abroad doesn’t mean tax season has to be stressful. Here’s why electronic filing with US Tax Consultants (e-filing) with the IRS is the smart choice for expats: 1. Faster Refunds – E-filed returns are processed much quicker than paper filings.2. Fewer Errors –...
My spouse and I will be filing an original joint Form 1040 series tax return. Can we file our return electronically with US Tax Consultants?
Yes, you can file an original Form 1040 series tax return electronically using any filing status. Filing your return electronically is faster, safer, and more accurate than mailing your tax return because it's transmitted electronically to the IRS computer systems....
Can I file an amended Form 1040-X electronically with US Tax Consultants?
Yes, you can file Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return electronically with US Tax Consultants to amend your Form 1040, 1040-SR, 1040-NR, or 1040-SS/PR for the current or two prior tax periods. If amending a prior year return originally...
Grandes Novedades para 2026: Dos Certificaciones que Transformarán Nuestros Servicios en US Tax Consultants
En US Tax Consu../ltants, estamos encantados de anunciar dos avances revolucionarios que mejorarán significativamente la experiencia de nuestros clientes a partir de 2026. Estas nuevas certificaciones agilizarán los procesos, reducirán los tiempos de espera y harán...
Big News for 2026: Two Major Certifications That Will Transform Our Services at US Tax Consultants
At US Tax Consultants, we are thrilled to announce two groundbreaking advancements that will significantly improve the experience for our clients starting in 2026. These new certifications will streamline processes, reduce waiting times, and make tax compliance easier...
Reporting assets outside Spain. AEAT Modelo 720/721
Modelo 720/721 of the AEAT are required to report of all assets abroad and must be filed by all Spanish residents owning assets abroad, only if they are over the limits described below. What is Modelo 720 and 721? Modelo720 was approved on October 29, 2012, as part of...
U.S. Tax Treaties: Spain vs. Portugal
Discover how US Tax Consultants is revolutionizing tax services in 2026 with e-filing for Form 1040 and Certified Acceptance Agent status. Faster refunds, simplified ITIN applications, and stress-free U.S. tax compliance for expats





















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