US expat tax services for Americans in Singapore
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Coordinating IRS and IRAS context
“I live in Singapore and pay Singapore taxes. What do I owe the American IRS?” -
Working for a multinational or relocating through an employer
“My employer pays bonuses, RSUs, or relocation benefits through Singapore payroll. How do these affect my US return?” -
Behind on US tax filings
“I’ve lived in Singapore for years and never filed US returns. Can I still catch up?” -
FBAR and FATCA compliance
“I have accounts with DBS, OCBC, or UOB. Do I need to report them to the US?” -
Foreign income, investments, and CPF context
“I have Singapore investments and CPF contributions. Which US forms apply?” -
Tracking US deadlines while living in Singapore
“My IRAS documents and IRS deadlines follow different schedules. How do I keep my US filing on track?”
Why choose our US expat tax services
Whether you need a US tax advisor in Singapore for annual US filing, cross-border tax services, or catch-up returns, our CPA-led team handles it remotely.
Tax return preparation for US expats
Get your US expat tax return preparation handled by a team that works with Americans abroad every day. We prepare US returns for clients throughout Singapore, including those with wages, self-employment income, investment income, foreign taxes paid, and US filing obligations.
Streamlined Procedure
Our CPA-led team supports eligible Streamlined Foreign Offshore Procedures cases, including the 3 most recent tax years and 6 most recent FBAR years for which the applicable deadlines have passed. We confirm the required years before preparing your submission.
Tax planning & consulting
Get US tax consulting for Singapore-based income, employer compensation, self-employment, foreign investment income, stock compensation, CPF context, and cross-border life changes. Our service focuses on US tax questions, not IRAS filing or Singapore local tax representation.
FBAR filing
Accounts held with DBS, OCBC, UOB or other foreign institutions may be reportable when the aggregate maximum value of all your foreign accounts exceeds $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 Singapore 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 Singapore with US-source income or another US nonresident filing requirement. This service is separate from US expat tax return preparation for citizens and green card holders.
Expatriation
US citizens in Singapore who are considering renunciation need to understand the US tax steps before making a decision. We support expatriation tax filings, including compliance review and Form 8854 where applicable.
Amended returns
If a prior US return filed from Singapore missed income, foreign account reporting, credits, or expat forms, an amended return may be needed. We help review what was filed and prepare corrections where appropriate.
Free expat tax extension
Need more time to file your US return from Singapore? We help eligible Americans file Form 4868 by the deadline to request an extension through October 15. The extension provides more time to file, not to pay; interest may apply to tax unpaid.
Why Americans in Singapore trust our US expat tax services
I live in Singapore. I've been using TFX for about 10 years, and I'm confident of the accuracy of the returns they've filed for me. They are responsive to my questions. At the end of the day, these are what matter most. I’m also comfortable with their fees.
I have engaged TFX since 2012 in advising and filing my tax returns for Federal, State, and overseas income when I worked in Japan and Singapore as an expat. After returning to the US, I continue to use them for my tax returns, which include overseas income, assets, and financial accounts. They are very well-versed and excellent with country-specific tax laws. Emily Acevedo, my tax preparer, is highly experienced, professional, and diligent. TFX has great online software and 24hr support that helps with questionnaire data input and walking through worksheets and communication that is user-friendly and efficient. Thanks to founder and CEO Ines Zemelman as well!
I have been using Tax for Expats since I moved to Singapore. As the US and Singapore don't have a tax treaty, filing isn't an easy task. Their online portal is well designed, and the preparation steps are efficient. CPA who filed my taxes was helpful and always responded to my questions very quickly. Thank you, Brian MacNeil for 2020 and Grace Yang for 2021.
Long-time happy customer here! I've used TFX for years while based in Singapore and Australia. They are always professional, responsive, and ensure I get the best return. If you live abroad and own property back in the US, their service is a MUST.
I have been using TFX's US Federal Tax preparation and filing services for over eight years now and remain a happy customer!! Their processes and tools are very efficient and they work - especially for an overseas-based (Singapore) customer like myself.
I live in Singapore. I've been using TFX for about 10 years, and I'm confident of the accuracy of the returns they've filed for me. They are responsive to my questions. At the end of the day, these are what matter most. I’m also comfortable with their fees.
I have engaged TFX since 2012 in advising and filing my tax returns for Federal, State, and overseas income when I worked in Japan and Singapore as an expat. After returning to the US, I continue to use them for my tax returns, which include overseas income, assets, and financial accounts. They are very well-versed and excellent with country-specific tax laws. Emily Acevedo, my tax preparer, is highly experienced, professional, and diligent. TFX has great online software and 24hr support that helps with questionnaire data input and walking through worksheets and communication that is user-friendly and efficient. Thanks to founder and CEO Ines Zemelman as well!
I have been using Tax for Expats since I moved to Singapore. As the US and Singapore don't have a tax treaty, filing isn't an easy task. Their online portal is well designed, and the preparation steps are efficient. CPA who filed my taxes was helpful and always responded to my questions very quickly. Thank you, Brian MacNeil for 2020 and Grace Yang for 2021.
Long-time happy customer here! I've used TFX for years while based in Singapore and Australia. They are always professional, responsive, and ensure I get the best return. If you live abroad and own property back in the US, their service is a MUST.
I have been using TFX's US Federal Tax preparation and filing services for over eight years now and remain a happy customer!! Their processes and tools are very efficient and they work - especially for an overseas-based (Singapore) customer like myself.
Flat-fee CPA-led US tax preparation for Americans in Singapore
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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