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Updated: Thu 10 Sep 2026 13:27 CET
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In recent weeks, many Americans in Spain have received letters from their US banks warning them that they may have to close their accounts due to a new EU banking requirements - we asked specialists in financial planning and tax to explain the implications.
Emma Pearson - emma.pearson@thelocal.com
Updated: Thu 10 Sep 2026 13:27 CET
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