U.S. TAXPAYERS ABROAD
Living abroad?
Let’s work through your U.S. taxes.
A new country can bring new tax questions. Whether you’ve recently moved or have lived overseas for years, we’ll help you organize the details, prepare your U.S. return and understand the results.
DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?
Tax help wherever life takes you.
For U.S. citizens and people treated as U.S. residents for tax purposes who are living abroad.
- You’ve moved overseas for work or family.
- You receive income from both the U.S. and another country.
- You’ve lived abroad for years and want help with your U.S. return.
- You’re returning to the U.S. after time overseas.
HOW WE CAN HELP
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Start with your story
Tell us where you live and work, what changed this year and what’s on your mind. We’ll ask about your income, travel and previous filings.
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Bring the records together
We’ll explain which income, foreign tax payment, account and travel records we need, and how to share them securely.
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Prepare your U.S. return
We’ll prepare the U.S. returns we’ve agreed to handle and review any tax credits or exclusions you may qualify for. Any additional international reporting is assessed and agreed before work begins.
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Talk through the results
We’ll explain your return, answer your questions and go over any next steps before you authorize filing.
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
Your U.S. return, explained.
You’ll receive copies of the completed returns and any additional filings included in our work, a clear explanation of the results, and next steps for payments, deadlines or follow-up items.
GETTING STARTED
You don’t need every answer to begin.
Tell us where you live and a little about your situation. We’ll help you work out what to gather, even if your records are spread across countries or you’re still waiting for documents.
If you’d like a head start, use the parts of our checklist that fit your year.
- Prior U.S. returns and any available foreign returns
- Income records and details of foreign taxes paid
- Travel dates and information about where you lived and worked
- A list of overseas financial accounts and other foreign interests
A FEW COMMON QUESTIONS
Let’s clear up a few questions.
Do I still need to file a U.S. return while living abroad?
Living abroad does not by itself end U.S. filing responsibilities. U.S. citizens and resident aliens generally follow the same filing rules wherever they live. Whether you need to file depends on your income, filing status, age and other circumstances. We’ll help you understand what applies to you.
What if I already pay tax in the country where I live?
You may still need to file a U.S. return. If the requirements are met, a foreign tax credit may reduce U.S. tax on income also taxed abroad. We’ll review your income and foreign taxes paid and explain the relief that may apply to your situation.
Do you prepare tax returns for the country where I live?
Our service focuses on the U.S. filings we agree to prepare. Tax returns for your country of residence are not included. We’ll discuss any additional international reporting or need for specialist support before we begin.
How do virtual appointments work across time zones?
Virtual appointments are available by arrangement. Tell us your country, time zone and a few times that suit you. We’ll agree on a time to talk and explain how to share your records securely.
Helpful IRS guidance: filing from abroad ↗ · foreign tax credit ↗
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