Tax Accountant Addresses HMRC Nudge Letters Over US Pension Foreign Tax Credits
Tax Accountant warns that HMRC’s Nudge Letters question foreign tax credits on US pensions, risking double taxation for Americans in the UK, requiring professional advice.
Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom, 24th Jan 2025 – Tax Accountant, a leading advisory firm specializing in cross-border taxation, today raised concerns about the recent wave of “Nudge Letters” issued by HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) to US citizens residing in the United Kingdom. These letters—sent as part of HMRC’s ongoing compliance efforts—question the foreign tax credits some taxpayers claim for US taxes paid on various pension distributions.
The firm warns that many individuals could face unexpected tax bills or double taxation if their claims for relief are denied. Under the UK-US Double Taxation Treaty, ...