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Americans at home and overseas
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Dual citizens with US passports
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Americans behind on US taxes
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Green card holders
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American retirees abroad
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Non-US citizens with US tax duties
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Accidental Americans
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Businesses required to file US taxes
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Frequently asked questions
At Taxes for Expats, we help individuals and businesses with US tax obligations, including:
- Americans living in the US or abroad
- Dual citizens with US passports
- Green card holders
- Accidental Americans
- Non-US citizens with US tax requirements
- Digital nomads
- US retirees living overseas
- Businesses with US tax requirements
No matter your situation, our team has the expertise to guide you through your US tax filing with confidence.
We offer Federal Income Tax Return and Expanded Income Bundles tailored to your specific tax filing needs. For a detailed overview of our fees, please visit: Our Fees.
To find out which documents and information are required for your tax preparation, please check our guide here: Tax Documents Needed.
Yes, we stand behind the work we do. If the IRS questions a return prepared by us, we will review the letter and advise you on the necessary steps. For more information, see: Received IRS Letter.
We offer free support via phone, email, and chat. For more information on our support options, please visit: Support Options Overview.
Absolutely. TFX has been preparing US expat taxes for over 25 years and is well-versed in the tax laws applicable to US expats worldwide.
Absolutely! If you’re a non-US citizen with US tax obligations – whether due to income earned in the US, business dealings, or other connections – we can help. Our team understands the complexities involved and will guide you through the necessary filings with ease.
We prepare a wide range of forms, including 1040/1040NR, Form 5471, Form 5472 with Form 1120, and many more. For a full list of forms we handle, please visit: Forms We Prepare.
Yes, we can file an extension for you at no additional cost. However, we require a $50 retainer, which will remain as a credit on your account for future TFX services.
We only work with seasoned CPAs or EAs who each have at least a decade of experience in the field. We don’t employ junior staff.
Our goal is to complete each tax return within fifteen (15) business days per filing year. We prioritize quality and accuracy, with every return undergoing a thorough review by both a preparer and a supervising CPA or EA.
If you're unsure whether you need to file US taxes, we can help you determine your filing requirements. Even if you're living abroad or have limited US ties, you may still have an obligation to file. We’ll review your specific situation and provide personalized guidance.
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View all →Form 1120-F is the US income tax return for a foreign corporation with specified US activity or income. For a 2025 calendar-year filer, the main 2026 deadline is April 15 with a US office or June 15 without one. Missing a timely return can cost ECI deductions. File Form 1120-F when a foreign corporation has a US trade or business, certa...
An IRS audit trigger is a return feature that can lead to further review, such as a data mismatch or missing form. For 2025 expat returns filed in 2026, IRS audits may start through computer screening, information...
For the 2025 tax year, qualified education expenses depend on the benefit claimed. AOTC and LLC use credit rules, while 529 plans and the $2,500 student loan interest deduction use different tests. Certain foreign schools qualify only if they are eligible educational institutions. The ...
The GILTI tax – Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income – is a US minimum tax on the active earnings of foreign corporations controlled by US shareholders. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act renamed GILTI to “net CFC tested income” (NCTI) for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025, broadened the taxable base, and rai...
Most international wire transfers are not taxed as income. The transfer itself – moving your own money from one account to another – does not create an income tax liability, but a new 1% federal excise tax applies to certain cash-funded remittance transfers starting in 2026. What triggers IRS attention is the nature of the f...
Form W-8ECI is the IRS certificate a foreign person files to certify that their US-source income is effectively connected with a US trade or business – allowing that income to be taxed at regular graduated rates instead of the flat 30% FDAP withholding rate. Under IRC Section 864(c), income qualifies as effectivel...
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