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Highlights about model 720 to declare overseas assets
The “Modelo 720” form, is basically a declaration of overseas assets for people living in Spain, that is to say, assets held outside of Spain. Spanish tax residents are obliged to fill out this 720 tax form and make the tax authorities (“Hacienda”) aware of their fiscal activity in other countries. All physical or legal persons resident in Spain who own assets outside of the country with a total value of more than 50,000 euros on 31st December of the previous year must submit Form 720. This includes the following assets: bank accounts in
Duplicate birth and marriage certificates for British citizens
Quite often for residency or social security registration purposes, British citizens need duplicates. Birth and Marriage Certificates These need to be translated or accompanied by a “Multilingual Standard Form”. These documents are essential proof of the relationship between applicants. In the case of a marriage certificate, the Immigration Department needs them to be dated within 3 months of your application. One example is if your surname has changed from your original NIE or residency card. In that case, this will need documentary proof, such as Marriage Certificate or Decree Absolute if you’ve reverted to
Essential information about driving in Spain and what you need to carry with you
As a resident (or renting a vehicle as a tourist), in that case, five key items are absolutely essential to have in your vehicle at all times – if you don’t have these, you could be fined. Suppose you’re unlucky enough to break down or be involved in an accident on a major road or highway in Spain. In that case, you have to wear a hi-vis jacket when outside the vehicle. You’ll need to put it on before you get out of the vehicle, it’s best stored in the passenger compartment to reach
Spanish emergency numbers, who do I need to call?
We all hope it will never happen, but it helps to be prepared for an emergency, so here are the primary contact numbers for emergencies in Spain. The first number you need to know is 112, the leading emergency number in Spain (equivalent to calling 999 in the UK). Besides Spain, you can use this number in any European country. When calling 112 in Spain, it’s handy if you have someone who speaks Spanish with you, though English speakers may be available if you ask. Here are some other numbers of interest if you