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Understanding Form 480.6A
Puerto Rico Department of Treasury (Hacienda).
Who Must File Form 480.6A?
Payers in Puerto Rico who make reportable payments not subject to withholding, such as rents, interest, dividends, royalties, or service-related payments, are required to file Form 480.6A with Hacienda and furnish copies to payees.
Minimum Reporting Thresholds
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Form 480.6A is required when total payments not subject to withholding are $500 or more during
the year. - For interest income, the form is required if total payments are $50 or more.
Form 480.6A Deadlines
Below are the deadlines to file Form 480.6A and distribute copies to payees.
| Furnish copies to payees | E-file with PR Hacienda |
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| January 31, 2026 | February 28, 2026 |
Information Required to File Puerto Rico Form 480.6A
Discover the key information needed to file Form 480.6A easily
Payer’s Details
- Name, EIN and Address
- Telephone No and Email
Payee’s Details
- Name, SSN/EIN and Address
- Account Number
Rental & Service-Related Income
- Rents
- Payments for Virtual & Technology Tools and Subscriptions
- Professional Association Fees and Dues
- Homeowners or Condominium Association Maintenance Fees
- Other Payments
Interest & Investment Income
- Interest
- Dividends
- Capital Gain Distributions
Financial Transactions
- Debt Discharge
Intellectual Property & Rights Income
- Royalties
Gross Proceeds
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Summary Form 480.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about 480.6A
What is Form 480.6A used for?
Form 480.6A is a Puerto Rico informational return used to report other income not subject to withholding, such as rents, interest, dividends, royalties, and certain service-related payments, to the Puerto Rico Department of Treasury (Hacienda).
When Is Form 480.6A Required?
- The form must be filed when total payments not subject to withholding are $500 or more during the year.
- For interest payments, the form is required if the total amount paid during the year is $50 or more.
Do I need to file a separate Form 480.6A for multiple
account holders?
Yes. When requested by the account holders, payers must file a separate Form 480.6A for each holder, reporting their proportional share of interest or
dividend income.
Is Form 480.6A filed with the IRS or the SSA?
No. Form 480.6A is not filed with the IRS or the SSA. It must be electronically filed with the Puerto Rico Department of Treasury (Hacienda).
When is the deadline to file Form 480.6A?
Form 480.6A must generally be filed with the Puerto Rico Department of Treasury by February 28 following the tax year and deliver the payee copies before
January 31.
Is a summary or reconciliation form required with Form 480.6A?
Yes. Payers are required to submit Form 480.5 (Summary) along with Form 480.6A. TaxBandits automatically generates the summary form based on your filing data.
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