CPA-led expat tax preparation for Americans in Germany
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Confused by US and German Tax Rules?
Between my German taxes and US tax return in Berlin, I feel stuck in two systems. -
Double taxation worries
Living in Munich, I'm worried I'll be taxed twice – by the IRS and German authorities. -
Behind on US tax filings
I’ve lived in Germany for years and never filed US returns – how do I catch up? -
Filing FBAR and FATCA reports
I didn't realize my bank accounts in Frankfurt must be reported to the IRS. -
Confusion about residency rules
Living in Hamburg for years, but unsure about my US tax resident status. -
Missed or incorrect filings from previous years
I made mistakes on past US returns while in Cologne, afraid to fix them. -
Handling self-employment or freelance income
I freelance in Stuttgart, but don't know how to report it on my US tax return. -
Tax treatment of German pensions and social security
Will my German pension affect my US taxes now that I'm in Düsseldorf? -
Not knowing when or how to file
The systems are so different – when do I file my US return from Nuremberg? -
Fear of IRS penalties or audits
Living in Leipzig, what if the IRS penalizes me for something I didn't know?
Why choose our US expat tax services in Germany
Tax return preparation for US expats
Get your US tax return filed accurately and on time. Serving Americans in Berlin, throughout Germany, and worldwide – fully remote.
Streamlined Procedure
Unfiled US taxes in Germany? 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 Munich or anywhere in Germany, we help maximize Foreign Tax Credits for German taxes paid.
FBAR filing
Accounts held with Deutsche Bank, Commerzbank, or DZ Bank or other similar foreign institutions may be reportable once your foreign accounts exceed $10,000 in total at any time in the year. We handle 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 German and other non-US mutual funds, ETFs, or pooled investment accounts may be treated as PFICs, depending on circumstances. We analyze each holding and prepare Form 8621 as required.
Nonresident tax return
TFX prepares Form 1040-NR for eligible non-US citizens in Germany with US-source income or another US nonresident filing requirement. This service is separate from US expat tax return preparation for US citizens and green card holders.
Expatriation
Considering renouncing US citizenship while in Germany? From Cologne to anywhere nationwide, we provide expert guidance on IRS expatriation tax requirements.
Amended returns
Need to correct past US tax returns? Recently moved to Stuttgart or been in Germany 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 Heidelberg, throughout Germany, and worldwide.
Why Americans in Germany choose our specialized US tax services
I have been with Taxes for Expats since 2016. At that time, I learned that as an American, I should have been filing tax returns for YEARS while living and working in Germany. They helped me catch up with the Streamlined program and I have filed every year since through them. The process has only gotten more refined over the years. I am a happy client.
As a German-American in Germany this tool helps me to quickly and easily prepare my taxes. Communication is good and the questionaries are easy to fill in. No tax experience needed. I've been using them for three years now and I am very happy with their service.
Makes taxes easy, communication is super fast and all questions are answered in easy-to-understand English without tons of tax jargon. They understand how taxes work in Germany so I don't have to try and explain it to them, they can tell me how it works!
Absolutely fabulous! Taxes for Expats are professional, knowledgeable, personal, and responsive. I was given this recommendation from a tax firm in Germany who said that Ms. Zemelman could better handle my ex-pat taxes. I would recommend Taxes for Expats to everyone.
Doing my US tax returns as an expat is really complicated, and I was so glad that Taxes for Expats was recommended to me. They translate all the German forms and answer enquiries immediately. It is definitely worth the investment.
I have been with Taxes for Expats since 2016. At that time, I learned that as an American, I should have been filing tax returns for YEARS while living and working in Germany. They helped me catch up with the Streamlined program and I have filed every year since through them. The process has only gotten more refined over the years. I am a happy client.
As a German-American in Germany this tool helps me to quickly and easily prepare my taxes. Communication is good and the questionaries are easy to fill in. No tax experience needed. I've been using them for three years now and I am very happy with their service.
Makes taxes easy, communication is super fast and all questions are answered in easy-to-understand English without tons of tax jargon. They understand how taxes work in Germany so I don't have to try and explain it to them, they can tell me how it works!
Absolutely fabulous! Taxes for Expats are professional, knowledgeable, personal, and responsive. I was given this recommendation from a tax firm in Germany who said that Ms. Zemelman could better handle my ex-pat taxes. I would recommend Taxes for Expats to everyone.
Doing my US tax returns as an expat is really complicated, and I was so glad that Taxes for Expats was recommended to me. They translate all the German forms and answer enquiries immediately. It is definitely worth the investment.
Clear tax pricing for US expats in Germany – What you pay
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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