US expat tax services for Americans in the UAE
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Filing US taxes from Dubai is confusing
I live in Dubai with no UAE income tax. Do I still file US taxes? -
Foreign Earned Income Exclusion in the UAE
I have Emirates NBD or ADCB accounts in Sharjah. Do I report them to the IRS? -
Never filed US taxes from the UAE
I’ve been in the UAE for years and only just learned I had to file with the IRS. -
Streamlined tax amnesty for UAE expats
I haven't filed US taxes in years from Ajman. What are my options? -
Housing costs and US tax deductions
My Ras Al Khaimah rent is expensive. Can I claim housing exclusion on my US return? -
Understanding US tax obligations in the tax-free UAE
Living in Fujairah with zero local taxes – what do I owe the IRS?
Our services for US expats in the UAE
Tax return preparation for US expats
Get your US tax return filed accurately and on time. Serving Americans in Dubai and throughout the UAE with fully remote service.
Streamlined Procedure
Behind on US taxes in the UAE? 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 maximize your tax-free UAE benefits. We optimize Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and housing deductions for UAE expats.
FBAR filing
Accounts held with Emirates NBD, ADCB, or First Abu Dhabi Bank or other foreign 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 UAE-based 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 the UAE 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 the UAE? We provide expert guidance on IRS expatriation tax requirements.
Amended returns
Need to correct past US tax returns? We help fix IRS mistakes and ensure compliance with streamlined procedures.
Free expat tax extension
Push your US tax filing deadline to October 15 for free. Available throughout the UAE and worldwide.
Why Americans in the UAE trust our US expat tax services
They were very professional and very prompt in answering all questions. I will use them again next year, and will recommend to my friends.
I have been using TFX since 2014 when I first moved overseas to Italy. They have been great under several different circumstances. The first year I had to just moved and had a lot of expenses. The second year I only had my military retirement and my wife's disability. Then I went to work in Abu Dhabi for 4 years as a government contractor, and now I live in Italy and have an LLC in the US. They handle every situation without missing a beat. I completely trust them and so should you!
I would heartily recommend TFE to any expat who needs taxes done and prefers a structured, managed approach to the service. I used TFE for 7 years in a row while in Qatar and was very satisfied each time. Check them out!
They were very professional and very prompt in answering all questions. I will use them again next year, and will recommend to my friends.
I have been using TFX since 2014 when I first moved overseas to Italy. They have been great under several different circumstances. The first year I had to just moved and had a lot of expenses. The second year I only had my military retirement and my wife's disability. Then I went to work in Abu Dhabi for 4 years as a government contractor, and now I live in Italy and have an LLC in the US. They handle every situation without missing a beat. I completely trust them and so should you!
I would heartily recommend TFE to any expat who needs taxes done and prefers a structured, managed approach to the service. I used TFE for 7 years in a row while in Qatar and was very satisfied each time. Check them out!
Transparent pricing for US tax services in the UAE
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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