US expat tax preparation services for Americans in Switzerland
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Navigating US vs. Swiss tax systems
Living in Zurich, the US tax rules feel completely different from the Swiss. -
Understanding the US–Switzerland tax treaty
How do I know if I'm protected from double US taxation in Geneva? -
Never filed US taxes from Switzerland
I’ve been in Zurich for years and didn’t know I had to file with the IRS. -
FBAR & FATCA compliance
Do I report my PostFinance or UBS accounts in Bern to the IRS? -
Maximizing expat benefits
Which US tax credits can I claim working from Basel? -
Managing deadlines across two tax systems
Swiss docs are delayed in Lausanne - will I miss my US filing deadline?
Why choose our US expat tax services in Switzerland
Tax return preparation for US expats
Get your US tax return filed accurately and on time. Serving Americans in Zurich, throughout Switzerland, and worldwide – fully remote.
Streamlined Procedure
Never filed US taxes from Switzerland? 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 Geneva or anywhere in Switzerland, we help maximize Foreign Tax Credits for Swiss taxes paid.
FBAR filing
Accounts held with UBS, PostFinance, or Julius Baer, or other foreign financial institutions may be reportable if your combined foreign accounts exceed $10,000 at any time during 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 Swiss and other non-US mutual funds, ETFs, or pooled investments may be classified as PFICs, depending on your situation. We analyze each investment and prepare Form 8621 when required.
Nonresident tax return
TFX prepares Form 1040-NR for eligible non-US citizens in Switzerland with US-source income or another 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 Switzerland? From Lausanne to anywhere nationwide, we provide expert guidance on IRS expatriation tax requirements.
Amended returns
Need to correct past US tax returns? Recently moved to Winterthur or been in Switzerland 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 Lugano, throughout Switzerland, and worldwide.
Why clients in Switzerland choose our US expat tax expertise
We will like to express our gratitude for TFX team's valuable help, timely response and professional conduct in preparing our US tax return. We will continue using their excellent services in the future. Anda & Eugene Badea, Switzerland.
I have been out of the country for 3 yrs and working for my US employer while living abroad. I got my divorce and remarried while in Switzerland. I needed to have my taxes done properly. They took that burden off of me after many hours of research. I couldn't be happier.
I used a tax local firm for several years here in Switzerland but was not completely happy with my experience there. I decided to make a change and I can say that my experience with Taxes for Expats has been very positive so far and I will be using their services again this year. I would recommend them to anyone. My tax preparer was very competent and helpful with any questions I had.
I've used Taxes for Expats for the past few years (I'm an American living in Switzerland). The interface is pretty straightforward and each tax preparer I've had has been helpful and responsive. It's been a low-stress experience each time and I plan on continue using them.
I was surprised in a very good way to see how pro and efficient they are. I live in Switzerland and for American expats it is not easy to try to find someone that can help us file US. Taxes for Expats managed to do it a record time. They just ask you to provide certain docs and they take care of the rest. I would highly recommend them :)
We will like to express our gratitude for TFX team's valuable help, timely response and professional conduct in preparing our US tax return. We will continue using their excellent services in the future. Anda & Eugene Badea, Switzerland.
I have been out of the country for 3 yrs and working for my US employer while living abroad. I got my divorce and remarried while in Switzerland. I needed to have my taxes done properly. They took that burden off of me after many hours of research. I couldn't be happier.
I used a tax local firm for several years here in Switzerland but was not completely happy with my experience there. I decided to make a change and I can say that my experience with Taxes for Expats has been very positive so far and I will be using their services again this year. I would recommend them to anyone. My tax preparer was very competent and helpful with any questions I had.
I've used Taxes for Expats for the past few years (I'm an American living in Switzerland). The interface is pretty straightforward and each tax preparer I've had has been helpful and responsive. It's been a low-stress experience each time and I plan on continue using them.
I was surprised in a very good way to see how pro and efficient they are. I live in Switzerland and for American expats it is not easy to try to find someone that can help us file US. Taxes for Expats managed to do it a record time. They just ask you to provide certain docs and they take care of the rest. I would highly recommend them :)
Flat-fee US tax preparation for Americans in Switzerland
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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