US expat tax services and filing 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. -
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.
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.
IRS assistance
Get help with IRS correspondence and letters. Whether you’re in Frankfurt or elsewhere in Germany, we handle all communications seamlessly.
Tax projection
Forecast your US tax liabilities based on your income and investments. Serving Americans throughout Germany, from Hamburg to smaller cities – fully remote service.
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.
Representation with the IRS
Let us represent you in IRS audits or disputes. Americans anywhere in Germany – including Dresden – receive professional IRS representation from our US office.
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
- US and non-US wages
- Foreign tax credit (form 1116)
- Qualified IRA or ROTH contributions
- Health care coverage exemption
- 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)
- 3 years tax returns (currently 2021-2023)
- 6 years FBAR (currently 2018-2023)
- One package $1,450
- Special package: 25% discount on standard rates
- Optional: Certification letter add-on
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