How do I file a tax extension from abroad?

With MyExpatTaxes you can file for an extension on your US taxes in a few simple steps. Best of all it’s completely FREE! Here you can find a step by…

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Check out using the “File Your Return” navigation panel and select the “Checkout” option.

Where can I find the MyExpatTaxes video tutorials?

MyExpatTaxes posts all of our expat tax video tutorials on our YouTube Channel. Be sure to subscribe and click the bell ‘🔔’ to be notified when fresh videos are posted.

My spouse is a non-resident alien, should we file jointly or separately?

If your spouse is not a US citizen and has no Green Card, then he/she does not need to be included on your tax return. Instead, you should file as…

Should I renounce my US citizenship to avoid taxes?

There is always an option to renounce your US citizenship if you want to avoid US taxes. After renouncing you wouldn’t be required to file your us taxes anymore. However,…

I live in a country whose tax rate is higher than in the US, why do I still have to pay US taxes?

It’s simply the law that if the tax exclusions and benefits still make you susceptible to paying US taxes, you need to do it. This tax-paying duty from the IRS…

Can I apply for a Social Security Number from abroad?

Yes! You will need to contact your local Embassy or Consulate for an appointment. You do have to make sure to do it in person because The Social Security Administration…

Do I need to file state taxes as an expat?

Short answer – it depends. There are three main factors that determine whether you owe state taxes as an expat: The legitimacy of your domicile (legal residence) abroad (meaning, your…

How do I qualify to use the FEIE?

With the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) you can exclude up to $108,700 from income taxes. There are 2 criteria: 1. If you work full time in a foreign country…

Should I declare rental property with no income tax?

You only need to report rental property if you are making income out of it (such as in the case of renting out your home/property), or when you sell it.

What is a common-law employee?

Many self-employed individuals are actually common-law employees, who operate as regular employees, just on different contract terms. According to the IRS, under common-law rules, if the company you work for…

I have missed years of FBARs. How can I catch up?

Since FBARS are filed through FinCen and not the IRS, penalties can be as high as $10,000 a year for filing errors or not knowing you had to file. Fortunately,…

Should I report accounts I closed during the last year?

Yes, if you close the financial account, you should report it. Also, don’t forget to report the closing balance of the financial account in FBAR and FATCA forms while filing…

How many FBARs should spouses filing jointly file?

If spouses only have joint foreign accounts then, they can file one FBAR. However, if both spouses have at least one individual foreign account then they have to file one…

Do I have to prove that I don’t have any foreign financial accounts?

If you don’t have a foreign account you don’t have to prove it. However, if you do have a foreign account and don’t report it, you could get fined, because…

I haven’t filed for years, how do I catch up?

If you have never filed a tax return and are a US expat living abroad for more than 3 years, there is a solution for you. You can catch up…

How do I report stock if I don’t know what price I sold it for?

A solution for this could be to check the date you bought the stock and then find the price of the stock on that day. You subtract the amount of…

Is MyExpatTaxes Legit?

We’re not one to drop names….but if you’re asking 😉 MyExpatTaxes is a Certified IRS E-File Provider and has helped over 10,000 users with their varying tax situations no matter…

What does the Premium Tier Mean?

The main difference between the Premium and Professional Tiers is basically the amount of support you will receive. With Premium, you will receive personal support and our tax professionals will…

How does alimony influence my taxes?

If you are receiving alimony, it may be considered income and it is taxable by the IRS. On the other hand, if you are the one paying alimony you can…

Can I get an estimate of how much US tax I owe?

Our software offers an estimate prior to payment, so you know what you are getting into. Did you know, most of our US expat clients do not end up owing…

Why should I file with MyExpatTaxes?

MyExpatTaxes is trusted by thousands of US expats, every year. We have top security standards and it’s easy to get started. Plus. we’re the tax software that already includes FBAR…

What are totalization agreements?

Totalization agreements are agreements between the US and other nations that benefit expats. Their purpose is to avoid double taxation. They have to be considered when determining whether any expat…

Can I use the Foreign Tax Credit on corporate income?

US corporations who are doing business abroad need to pay income tax according to their host country’s tax laws. To avoid double taxation, these US corporations CAN claim foreign tax…

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