US tax consulting services for American expats in Australia
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Understanding U.S. vs. Australian tax systems
Living in Sydney, my US tax obligations are confusing. -
Complexity of tax treaties
The US-Australia treaty is confusing. What applies in Melbourne? -
Never filed US taxes from Australia
I’ve been in Australia for years and only just learned I had to file with the IRS. -
FBAR & FATCA compliance
How do I report my bank accounts in Brisbane to the IRS? -
Maximizing deductions & credits
What US tax credits can I claim from Perth? -
Tracking U.S. and Australian tax deadlines
In Adelaide, I'm losing track of US tax deadlines.
Why choose our expat tax advisors in Australia
Tax return preparation for US expats
Get your US tax return filed accurately and on time. Serving Americans in Sydney, throughout Australia, and worldwide – fully remote.
Streamlined Procedure
Behind on US taxes in Australia? Our CPA-led team handles the Streamlined Procedure – 3 years of returns and 6 years of FBARs, penalty-free.
Tax planning & consulting
Strategic US tax planning to minimize liabilities. Whether you’re in Melbourne or anywhere in Australia, we help maximize Foreign Tax Credits for Australian taxes paid.
FBAR filing
Accounts held with Commonwealth Bank, Westpac, or ANZ, or other foreign financial institutions may be reportable once your foreign accounts exceed $10,000 in total at any time in the year. We prepare current and prior-year FinCEN Form 114 filings as applicable.
FATCA reporting
Our FATCA service prepares Form 8938 when applicable and coordinates the information with your Form 1040, FBAR, foreign investment accounts, and other specified financial assets.
PFIC filing
Many Australian and other non-US mutual funds, ETFs, or pooled investments may be treated as PFICs, depending on circumstances. We analyze each investment and prepare Form 8621 when required.
Nonresident tax return
TFX prepares Form 1040-NR for eligible non-US citizens in Australia with US-source income or another US nonresident filing requirement. This service is separate from US expat tax return preparation for citizens and green card holders.
Expatriation
Considering renouncing US citizenship while in Australia? From Canberra to anywhere nationwide, we provide expert guidance on IRS expatriation tax requirements.
Amended returns
Need to correct past US tax returns? Recently moved to Adelaide or been in Australia for years – we help fix IRS mistakes and ensure compliance.
Free expat tax extension
Push your US tax filing deadline to October 15 for free. Available for Americans in Darwin, throughout Australia, and worldwide.
Why American expats in Australia trust our US tax services
Ive been using expats tax service for years being in australia. Having dual citizenship is great but when comes to taxes it can be tough but expats comes through for me for years now will stick with them forever.
My wife is a US/Australian dual citizen, that runs her own business. I've used TFX since 2018 to manage her complicated tax obligations and they've been truly awesome. They're super-systemized and very efficient with their work. This is what tax accounting should be like. I couldn't recommend them more for US citizens working abroad. Legends.
I had complex taxes in the US. I own a house, I have stock, I make charitable donations. And this makes things a little tricky. And now I live in Australia, and pay AUS taxes. Which makes things REALLY tricky. I found Taxes for Expats, which was able to deal with it quickly and accurately.
I am a dual US/Australian Citizen living in Australia for the last 21 years. I have used Taxes for Expats since finding out I needed to file with the US IRS. They have always been helpful, diligent and fairly priced. I highly recommend them.
Long time happy customer here! I've used TFX for years while based in Singapore and Australia. They are always professional, responsive, and ensure I get the best return. If you live abroad and own property back in the US, their service is a MUST.
Ive been using expats tax service for years being in australia. Having dual citizenship is great but when comes to taxes it can be tough but expats comes through for me for years now will stick with them forever.
My wife is a US/Australian dual citizen, that runs her own business. I've used TFX since 2018 to manage her complicated tax obligations and they've been truly awesome. They're super-systemized and very efficient with their work. This is what tax accounting should be like. I couldn't recommend them more for US citizens working abroad. Legends.
I had complex taxes in the US. I own a house, I have stock, I make charitable donations. And this makes things a little tricky. And now I live in Australia, and pay AUS taxes. Which makes things REALLY tricky. I found Taxes for Expats, which was able to deal with it quickly and accurately.
I am a dual US/Australian Citizen living in Australia for the last 21 years. I have used Taxes for Expats since finding out I needed to file with the US IRS. They have always been helpful, diligent and fairly priced. I highly recommend them.
Long time happy customer here! I've used TFX for years while based in Singapore and Australia. They are always professional, responsive, and ensure I get the best return. If you live abroad and own property back in the US, their service is a MUST.
Transparent US expat tax pricing for Australia – No hidden fees
US Personal Income Tax Return
- 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
Streamlined Procedure (SFOP)
- 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
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