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How do I get started with MyExpatTaxes?

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MyExpatTaxes is a tax software that helps you file your US taxes, no matter where you live. Getting started takes less than 5 minutes. To make the process faster, ensure you have the required documents needed to file your return.

Set Up your Account

  1. Create an Account. Create an account in under 3 minutes! Answer simple questions about yourself.
  2. Activate your account. A link will be sent to your inbox to activate your account. Make sure to check your spam!
  3. Quickly answer simple questions. Our intuitive software adapts to the answers you give, which saves you time. For many expats, this takes under 15 minutes!
  4. Optional: Unlock Expert Tax Support
    We can make your tax process even easier. Upgrade and be able to meet with your personal tax professional via video call. More Information …
  5. Complete your payment
    This will unlock your tax package draft! Your payment is always secure, using rigorous European Security Standards.
  6. We will e-File!
    Give feedback on your tax package draft, or proceed to authorize MyExpatTaxes to instantly e-file your return!

Documents to get Started | Required for all taxpayers:

Your foreign version of a W-2 (a document from your employer that provides you with an overview of your total salary and taxes paid)

Documents to get Started | Other common documents taxpayers need:

Did you?Documents you might need:
Sell stocks, get dividends, earn interest income1099 or foreign equivalent
Pay off student loans1098-E
Pay off a mortgage1098
Move recentlyReceipts for moving related expenses
Donate to charityReceipts for charitable donations
Pay un-reimbursed medical, dental or business expensesReceipts for relevant expenses

You can always save your progress & return to your account if you don’t have all the information handy. So no worries!

Get Started!

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