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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 →The IRS generally has three years from the later of the return's due date or filing date to assess additional tax on most returns. Filing starts the clock even if you cannot pay the balance due. If you omit more than 25% of gross income, that window extends to six years. And if you never filed a return or committed fraud, there is n...
Yes. A US citizen or green card holder living abroad can claim the credit for tax year 2025, filed in 2026, provided each qualifying child holds a valid SSN and the family meets the standard income and dependency tests. The Child Tax Credit for expats works almost identically to the version available to families inside ...
Owning a foreign company means two separate US obligations: information returns that report your ownership and transactions to the IRS, and income tax returns that report the earnings those entities generate. Missing an information return can trigger a penalty even if you owe no US income tax, but the amount depends on the form. Form 54...
Als je Amerikaans staatsburger bent, een Green Card hebt of zowel de Amerikaanse als de Nederlandse nationaliteit hebt en in Nederland woont, kun je nog steeds Amerikaanse belastingverplichtingen hebben. Ook als je al aan...
Form 1099-DIV is the information return your broker, mutual fund, or other payer sends you each year to report dividends and certain distributions of $10 or more. You don't file the form itself with the IRS – your broker already did that. You use the numbers on it to fill in your Form 1040 and Schedule B. This guide walks thro...
The US tax code gives Americans living abroad two ways to qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE): the Bona Fide Residence Test and the Physical Presence Test. If you intend to stay abroad long-term with clear local ties, the Bona Fide Residence Test is likely the better fit. If your life is more mobile or you are counting days car...
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