US expat tax services for Americans in Brazil

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US expat tax services for Americans in Brazil
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Are you facing any of these tax challenges for US expats in Brazil?

  • Filing US taxes from Brazil

    Filing US taxes from Brazil

    I live in São Paulo and pay Brazilian tax. Do I still need to file a US tax return?
  • Coordinating IRS and Receita Federal filings

    Coordinating IRS and Receita Federal filings

    I already filed my Brazilian return with Receita Federal. How do I align my US tax filing?
  • Behind on US tax filings

    Behind on US tax filings

    I’ve never filed a US tax return from Brazil. Can the Streamlined Procedure help?
  • FBAR and FATCA for Brazilian accounts

    FBAR and FATCA for Brazilian accounts

    I bank with Itaú, Nubank, or Banco do Brasil. Do I need FBAR or FATCA reporting?
  • Foreign tax credits and double taxation

    Foreign tax credits and double taxation

    Without a US–Brazil income tax treaty, can foreign tax credits prevent double taxation?
  • PFIC reporting for Brazilian investments

    PFIC reporting for Brazilian investments

    Could Brazilian mutual funds trigger PFIC reporting on my US tax return?
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Why choose our US expat tax services

Tax return preparation

Tax return preparation for US expats

Get accurate, on-time US tax return preparation from an experienced CPA or EA. We help Americans across Brazil – from São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro to smaller cities – file entirely online.

Streamlined Procedure

Streamlined Procedure

Haven’t filed US taxes from Brazil? Our CPA-led team can help eligible taxpayers catch up on missed filings through the Streamlined Procedure and restore US tax compliance. Qualifying taxpayers may receive relief from specified penalties.

Tax planning & consulting

Tax planning & consulting

Get tax advice tailored to your life in Brazil. Our US tax consultants help with Brazilian employment income, self-employment, PGBL and VGBL plans, investments, and cross-border moves. Work remotely with an experienced US tax advisor.

FBAR filing

FBAR filing

Accounts held with Itaú, Banco do Brasil, or other institutions may require US tax reporting. If the aggregate maximum value exceeds $10,000 during the calendar year, separate FBAR filing may be required. We prepare and e-file your FinCEN Form 114 online.

FATCA reporting

FATCA reporting

As part of your US tax return filing, you may also need Form 8938 if the value of your specified foreign financial assets exceeds the applicable threshold for your filing status and residence.

PFIC filing

PFIC filing

Brazilian mutual funds and ETFs may be treated as PFICs for US tax purposes and trigger additional US tax reporting requirements. We handle the necessary calculations and prepare Form 8621.

Expatriation

Expatriation

Considering renouncing US citizenship while living in Brazil? We provide US expat tax filing support throughout the expatriation process, including IRS compliance reviews, exit tax calculations, and Form 8854 preparation.

Amended returns

Amended returns

Need to correct a past US tax return? We handle amended tax filings for US citizens living abroad, helping fix reporting errors and recover overpaid tax where possible. Every amended return is reviewed by an experienced US tax accountant.

Free expat tax extension

Free expat tax extension

Need more time for filing US tax returns from Brazil? Request an extension of your US tax filing deadline to October 15 at no additional cost. Eligible Americans can get US tax help with Form 4868. The extension gives you more time to file, not to pay.

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Why Americans in Brazil trust our US tax professionals

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Great experience working with TFX

Great experience working with Taxes for Expats. The form they provide is comprehensive and the staff always ask clarifying questions when something is unclear to them. Their responses are prompt and the forms filled in correctly.

Sophia
Brazil
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The site is getting better and better…

The site is getting better and better and the reminders to obtain savings and delay filings are great

Waldo Perez
Brazil
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Can't do better

Excellent service. Very good CPA preparing my taxes. Timely, quick, and accurate. What more can you ask?

Manuel R Agosin
Chile
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I have been using TFX for the past five years

I have been using TFX for the past five years, and my experience has been consistently excellent. Their service is reliable, trustworthy, and always handled professionally.

Silvia Scigliano
Brazil
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My accountant was extremely responsive…

My accountant was extremely responsive and on top of everything. I was nervous about my specific tax situation and did not feel comfortable doing my own taxes as I have in years past. Thanks to a recommendation from a friend, I tried Taxes for Expats and I was elated to get a refund and know that everything was done 100% correctly!

Audrey Suárez
Colombia
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Great experience working with TFX

Great experience working with Taxes for Expats. The form they provide is comprehensive and the staff always ask clarifying questions when something is unclear to them. Their responses are prompt and the forms filled in correctly.

Sophia
Brazil
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The site is getting better and better…

The site is getting better and better and the reminders to obtain savings and delay filings are great

Waldo Perez
Brazil
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Can't do better

Excellent service. Very good CPA preparing my taxes. Timely, quick, and accurate. What more can you ask?

Manuel R Agosin
Chile
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I have been using TFX for the past five years

I have been using TFX for the past five years, and my experience has been consistently excellent. Their service is reliable, trustworthy, and always handled professionally.

Silvia Scigliano
Brazil
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My accountant was extremely responsive…

My accountant was extremely responsive and on top of everything. I was nervous about my specific tax situation and did not feel comfortable doing my own taxes as I have in years past. Thanks to a recommendation from a friend, I tried Taxes for Expats and I was elated to get a refund and know that everything was done 100% correctly!

Audrey Suárez
Colombia
Behind on your US taxes or never filed from Brazil?
The IRS Streamlined Procedure may help you catch up and qualify for penalty relief.

Flat-fee CPA-led US tax preparation for Americans in Brazil

US Personal Income Tax Return

$450
~2,306 BRL
Includes
  • CPA-led US tax return preparation
  • US and non-US wages
  • Foreign tax credit (form 1116)
  • Qualified IRA or ROTH contributions
  • Alternative minimum tax calculations
  • Estimated payment vouchers
  • US retirement and social security income
  • Interest and dividends (10 transactions included)
  • Foreign earned income exclusion (form 2555)
  • Child & dependent credits & deductions
  • Over 35 tax forms included
Additional forms at extra cost, if needed

Streamlined Procedure (SFOP)

Penalty-free program for expats with multiple years of non-compliance
$1,450
~7,429 BRL
Includes
  • CPA-led Streamlined Procedure filing
  • 3 years tax returns (currently 2023-2025)
  • 6 years FBAR (currently 2020-2025)
  • One package $1,450
  • Special package: 25% discount on standard rates
  • Optional: Certification letter add-on
Additional forms at extra cost, if needed

Helpful tax resources for US expats in Brazil

Explore our articles and guides to understand the US tax implications of living in Brazil as an American.
  • Brazil taxation for US expats and foreigners

    Brazil taxation for US expats and foreigners

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  • US-Brazil tax treaty explained for Americans abroad

    US-Brazil tax treaty explained for Americans abroad

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  • Retire in Brazil as an American expat

    Retire in Brazil as an American expat

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  • IRS Streamlined Procedure for US expats

    IRS Streamlined Procedure for US expats

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  • PFIC tax: What is a PFIC, form 8621 reporting

    PFIC tax: What is a PFIC, form 8621 reporting

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  • US expat taxes 2026: Complete guide to filing abroad

    US expat taxes 2026: Complete guide to filing abroad

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Frequently asked questions

1. Do US citizens living in Brazil still need to file a US tax return?
Yes. US citizens and Green Card holders living in Brazil generally must report worldwide income and file a federal return when they meet the applicable filing thresholds, even if they also pay Brazilian tax. US tax return filing may include Form 1040, Form 1116 or 2555, and foreign asset reporting. The exact requirements for tax filings for US citizens living abroad depend on income, assets, and individual circumstances.
2. Can I work with a US tax accountant entirely online from Brazil?
Yes. TFX provides fully remote US tax preparation for Americans throughout Brazil. You can work with a US tax accountant, securely upload your documents, review the completed return, sign electronically, and file your US tax return online without visiting an office.
3. How can Americans in Brazil avoid double taxation without a US–Brazil income tax treaty?
Americans in Brazil generally use the Foreign Tax Credit on Form 1116, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion on Form 2555, or different methods for different income streams. Because there is no comprehensive US–Brazil income tax treaty, relief usually comes from US domestic tax provisions. A US tax advisor can compare the available options based on your income sources and help you choose the most appropriate approach while maintaining US tax compliance.
4. Do I need to report Brazilian bank accounts on an FBAR or Form 8938?
You must generally file an FBAR if the combined maximum value of all your foreign financial accounts exceeds $10,000 at any time during the year. Form 8938 has separate thresholds: for qualifying taxpayers abroad, these generally start at $200,000 at year-end or $300,000 at any time for single filers, and $400,000 or $600,000 for joint filers. This US tax reporting may include accounts at Itaú, Nubank, Banco do Brasil, and other Brazilian institutions.
5. Are Brazilian mutual funds and ETFs subject to PFIC reporting?
Possibly. Many Brazilian mutual funds and ETFs may meet the IRS definition of a Passive Foreign Investment Company, but classification depends on the investment’s legal structure, income, and assets. A US shareholder may need to prepare Form 8621 for each PFIC. Because US tax reporting for these investments can involve complex annual calculations, each fund or ETF should be reviewed by a US tax specialist.
6. Can the Streamlined Procedure help if I have never filed US taxes from Brazil?
Yes, if you meet the eligibility requirements and your noncompliance was non-willful. Eligible taxpayers generally submit three years of delinquent or amended tax returns, six years of FBARs, Form 14653, and any tax and interest due. If you qualify, a complete Streamlined US tax return filing may provide relief from specified penalties and help restore US tax compliance.
7. Do self-employed Americans in Brazil owe US self-employment tax?
Not always. US citizens abroad are generally subject to self-employment tax when their net self-employment earnings reach $400, and the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion does not eliminate this tax. However, the US–Brazil Social Security Totalization Agreement generally assigns self-employed residents of Brazil to Brazilian coverage. Your US tax preparation should include a Brazilian certificate of coverage when claiming an exemption from US self-employment tax.
8. What US tax filing deadlines apply to Americans living in Brazil?
Deadlines for filing US tax returns from Brazil generally begin with April 15. Qualifying taxpayers abroad receive an automatic extension to June 15 and can request an additional extension to October 15 using Form 4868. An extension gives you more time to file, not to pay, so interest may apply after April 15. The FBAR is due April 15 with an automatic extension to October 15.
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