When does an Expat need to File?
There are four deadlines when it comes to filing your US taxes:
- April 15th: This is the standard filing date for any US tax filer living in the US, but it’s also the deadline to pay any taxes that are owed to the IRS – even if you’re an expat.
- June 15th: As an expat you get an automatic 2-month extension from the April deadline. Some documents from your foreign employers can come a bit late so this deadline gives you a little extra time.
- October 15th: If you need more time past June then you can always file an extension, but that needs to be done by June 15th.
- December 15th: This is the last possible date to file, but you need to make sure you file request this special extension directly from the IRS by October 15th.
Remember that while the month is always fixed, if the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday, the due date that year will be the following workday.
Read more about Expat Tax Deadlines.
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