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Our story
At TFX we've been doing taxes for U.S. expats for over 25 years
Why get a pro?
Expat taxes are complicated. Seriously.
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Every precaution recommended by the IRS & more
How we work
Clear, transparent process. Thorough & well-thought-out
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Exclusive savings for our loyal clients

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Trusted by tens of thousands of clients worldwide
CPA vs EA vs Tax attorney
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How to compare firms
Many imitators, only one TFX. Ask the tough questions
Careers
Join a leading expat tax firm trusted by clients around the world
Accountant-client privilege
IRS restructuring & reform act of 1998 protects taxpayers

Who we help
Specific use cases & scenario analysis
Onboarding team
Top notch customer service is core to TFX
Why work with TFX?
We are the best at what we do and we're here to help you
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Featured reads

Jun 30, 2025

Accidental Americans – your guide to IRS compliance & rights

Jun 26, 2025

IRS Form 3903: The complete guide to claiming moving expenses for active-duty military

Jun 25, 2025

Impuestos en Estados Unidos: tipos, escalas, cómo calcularlos y pagarlos

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Overview

Getting started
Easy process with an expert tax preparer
US expat tax return
No matter where you reside — you must file US tax returns
Streamlined procedure
No matter where you reside — you must file US tax returns
Non-resident tax preparation
TFX helps non-US aliens or Green Card holders file returns
Free expat tax extension
Get 6 extra months to file – quick, easy, and penalty-free

Free intro consultation
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Tax planning
High-level phone consultations with experts
IRS letters review
Scary letter from the IRS? TFX can help
Tax projection
Selling stocks? New job? Make educated financial decisions

Expatriation
How to renounce citizenship or green card
Check my return
TFX can review your prior returns for errors
Amended tax return
We can re-file returns that need a little fixing up
Representation
TFX can call and negotiate with the IRS on your behalf

Streamlined domestic
Amnesty program for those residing in the states
FBAR filing
Comprehensive FBAR and FATCA compliance services
FATCA
Reporting help for US expats & taxpayers

Tools

Personalized tax prep quote in 2 minutes
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Tax preparation fee calculator
Discover the average cost of tax return preparation for you
Substantial presence test calc
Easily determine your US tax residency status

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Articles

Accidental Americans – your guide to IRS compliance & rights

An accidental American is a person who unwittingly holds US citizenship through birth or parentage...
Jun 30, 2025

IRS Form 3903: The complete guide to claiming moving expenses for active-duty military

When it comes to taxes, deductions are a great way to reduce the amount you owe a...
Jun 26, 2025

Impuestos en Estados Unidos: tipos, escalas, cómo calcularlos y pagarlos

¿Tienes ingresos, propiedades o intereses en EE.UU.? ¿Planeas mudarte o ya vives aqu...
Jun 25, 2025

IRS Form 2555 instructions: exclude foreign income on your tax return

Living and working abroad can bring incredible opportunities – and complex tax responsi...
Jun 24, 2025

Form 3520: Guide on Reporting Foreign Trusts, Inheritances, and Gifts for U.S. Expats

Living abroad does not exempt US citizens from IRS reporting obligations involving foreign trusts ...
Jun 24, 2025

Foreign property tax: what to know before buying or selling real estate abroad

Dreaming of a vacation home, planning a big move, or eyeing an investment overseas? Before you tak...
Jun 23, 2025

How we helped a US-Canadian expat recover $30,000 lost to double taxation

When John (name changed for privacy) relocated from Canada to the US, he was surprised to...
Jun 18, 2025

Federal payments are going paperless: Key provisions of the recent executive order

On March 25, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order aimed at modernizing federal payments...
Jun 17, 2025

June 2025 webinar recap: Ask a CPA anything about US expat taxes

In June 2025, Taxes for Expats (TFX) hosted another ...
Jun 11, 2025

Where to report foreign income on Form 1040 – and how to exclude it legally

US citizens and green card holders must report their worldwide income – no matter where they...
Jun 06, 2025

Understanding citizenship-based taxation: A guide for US expats

In the global landscape of taxation, most countries adopt a residency-based approach, taxing indiv...
Jun 05, 2025

What happens to my 401k if I move abroad? A guide for US expats

Moving overseas raises many questions about your finances - especially your retirement savings. On...
Jun 05, 2025

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IRS 101

How to obtain a copy of past returns

Prior year transcripts - who to call, which forms to fill out, etc.

How IRS can find you abroad

A common misunderstanding is that US citizens abroad do not have to file tax returns

Expatriate tax audits

Audits are no fun, especially when the documents are not standard US tax forms; TFX can help

Tax penalties & interest

How the IRS computes tax, interest, and other penalties & what you can do to avoid them

Can you e-file US tax return from abroad

TFX is an authorized e-file firm and e-files tax returns for taxpayers globally

How to pay IRS electronically from abroad

If you do have a tax bill, what are the ways you can pay the IRS?

How to file an amended return

We can amend prior filed returns to ensure you get the deductions & credits you are eligible for

IRS mailing addresses

In cases where E-filing is not permitted (IRS rules), we outline where and how to snail mail the returns

IRS statute of limitations

The IRS can’t chase you forever; we break down the rules behind the IRS statute of limitations

ITIN Q&A

What are ITINs, who needs one, how to get one, and when they expire

All IRS 101

Tax musings

Financial planning

Tax saving strategies

Recently published

Recently Published Articles

Foreign nationals

Case studies

All tax musings

Tax concepts

Glossary of tax terms

Expatriate tax glossary. Commonly used terms explained

Definition of US tax terson

More complicated than it sounds. How ‘US Person’ is defined by the IRS and what it means to you

Resident & non-resident aliens

“Resident” can have many different meanings for the IRS.

Foreign bank account report: FBAR

FinCEN Form 114 and filing requirements explained. Who needs to file, when, and why?

Foreign retirement accounts

How is your nest egg treated by the IRS? It depends on the country and the plan

Foreign tax credit (FTC)

How to avoid double taxation

Physical presence test

One of two ways to meet the Foreign earned income exclusion (FEIE)

All tax concepts

Expat tax 101

Why file

It’s the law. But, outside of legal reasons, many taxpayers may also benefit from refunds

Expat tax deadlines & due dates

There are many different deadlines & possible extensions - TFX can keep you abreast.

Tax documents required

Which documents you may require in getting caught up to date on your tax returns

Do expats file state taxes?

It depends. State taxes are one of the most misunderstood aspects of expat tax.

Common tax forms

Thousands of tax forms exist, but which select few you really need to understand

Dependents & exemptions

How to understand these two terms & use them to your advantage to obtain tax refunds

Foreign spouse tax implications

How to understand these two terms & use them to your advantage to obtain tax refunds

Totalization agreements

Why these complex terms can mean a lot to self-employed individuals & digital nomads

Green Card holders

US tax filing requirements & credits specific to permanent residents

Surrendering citizenship or Green Card

Big life choice that also carries hidden tax implications & filing requirements

Social security survivor benefits

Will your non-US spouse be sble to receive survivor, dependent, or spousal benefits?

All expat tax 101

Who we help

Americans working abroad

US citizens & Green Card holders who are living and working outside the US

American educators abroad

TFX has partnerships with many international schools to assist their staff with tax filings

American contractors overseas

Contractor taxes contain many nuances, especially for potential state tax filing requirements

Employees of international organizations

Aid workers (& other staff) of the UN, EC, WHO or WB have many tax advantages and tax complexities

Pilots

Thx for keeping us safe in the sky! International pilot taxes are *almost* as complex as flying a jet

Military

Working in war zones or stationed abroad, TFX can help understand filing requirements

Digital nomads

Global citizens who earn a living without a permanent establishment

Retirees abroad

TFX files returns for American retirees globally & ensures their nest eggs are protected

Small business owners

We support entrepreneurs globally & explain how to make the most of your hard-earned earnings

Green Card holders

Permanent residency has tax implications - we explain what you need to know

Accidental Americans

Born with a U.S. citizenship but never filed tax returns? TFX can help.

Dual citizens with US passports

Multiple citizenship is in vogue! TFX explains your U.S. tax filing requirements

Country guides

Dominican Republic

Iceland

India

All country guides

TFX help & support
Frequently asked questions & tips
Tax questionnaire guide
How to use our handy tax questionnaire
Daily webinar
We host a daily webinar to walk through our easy process and answer questions

Contact

Tax preparation fee calculator

Before you choose a tax preparation service as a long-term partner, you will want to make sure not only that you trust the tax professional but also that the preparation costs fit your budget. To help you with the second question and show you how much tax prep will cost, we’ve created a tax preparation fee calculator. Сomplete a short online form and get your average cost of a tax return preparation* with Taxes for Expats to help you decide if you want to take this tax journey with us.

^*Please remember that our calculator provides you with approximate pricing. To get a firm quote for your tax return preparation at Taxes for Expats, Get started and complete a Tax Questionnaire (TQ).