Expat Tax Guides by Country
Comprehensive tax guides for US citizens and green card holders living abroad. Find tax treaty details, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and filing deadlines for your country.
Featured Countries
United Kingdom
Comprehensive 2026 guide to US expat taxes in the UK. Covers the ISA PFIC trap, 45% top income tax rate, new FIG regime replacing non-dom status, PAYE, Self Assessment, UK pension US treatment, Statutory Residence Test, and US-UK treaty benefits under the 2001 convention. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Australia
Review US filing requirements while living in Australia, superannuation reporting, treaty provisions, foreign tax credits and filing deadlines.
Germany
US taxes from Germany: filing requirements, treaty questions, foreign tax credits, pensions and account reporting. Prepare for your tax consultation.
Japan
US tax filing for Americans in Japan: residence rules, treaty limits, pensions, foreign-account reporting and filing deadlines, with official sources.
France
US expat tax filing in France: review treaty relief, foreign tax credits, pensions, investments and account reporting, with links to official guidance.
Spain
The definitive guide to US expat taxes in Spain. IRPF, the Beckham Law trap, Modelo 720, wealth tax and the Solidarity Tax, the US-Spain treaty, PFICs, FBAR and FATCA. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Mexico
US filing from Mexico: tax residence, RFC and RESICO, treaty conditions, 2026 annual ISR rates, FBAR and Form 8938. Review the requirements before booking tax help.
Israel
IRS Enrolled Agent guide to US expat taxes in Israel. US-Israel treaty, Keren Hishtalmut reporting, pension funds, PFIC traps, Bituach Leumi, and FBAR rules.
Singapore
The definitive guide to US expat taxes in Singapore. No tax treaty, 0% capital gains, CPF reporting, IRAS filing, Section 911 housing exclusion, PFIC risks, and FBAR requirements. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Netherlands
The definitive guide to US expat taxes in the Netherlands: the 30% ruling, the Box 1/2/3 system, the Box 3 wealth-tax controversy, Dutch pensions, PFIC traps, the US-Netherlands treaty, FBAR and FATCA. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Switzerland
The definitive guide to US expat taxes in Switzerland. Federal, cantonal and communal tax, Quellensteuer, the three-pillar pension, wealth tax, the US-Swiss treaty, FBAR and FATCA. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Ireland
The definitive guide to US expat taxes in Ireland. PAYE, USC, PRSI, SARP relief, US-Ireland treaty benefits, Irish pension reporting, PFIC traps, and FBAR requirements. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Portugal
The definitive 2026 guide to US expat taxes in Portugal. NHR is closed: how IFICI (NHR 2.0) works for Americans, 2026 IRS brackets, retiree and pension taxation, crypto, property, the US-Portugal treaty, FBAR and FATCA. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Costa Rica
Complete 2026 Costa Rica tax guide for US expats. Territorial taxation, $132,900 FEIE, Bill 23.760 worldwide tax proposal, Law 10667 deductions, digital nomad visa exemption, DIMEX registration, FBAR/FATCA, CCSS rates, and IRS Streamlined Filing.
Guam
Guam tax filing guide: residency tests, IRS versus Guam DRT returns, military considerations, and Forms 5074 and 8898.
Africa(5)
South Africa
Southern Africa
Guide to US expat tax obligations in South Africa. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Kenya
East Africa
IRS Enrolled Agent guide to US expat taxes in Kenya. No US-Kenya treaty, KRA filing, PAYE rates, NSSF pension, self-employment tax, and FBAR.
Nigeria
West Africa
Nigeria is not a US income-tax treaty partner. Review residence, US tax relief, foreign-account reporting and current Nigerian filing guidance.
Egypt
North Africa
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Egypt. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Morocco
North Africa
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Morocco. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Asia(9)
China
East Asia
Complete guide to US expat tax obligations in China. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and common expat tax issues.
South Korea
East Asia
Complete guide to US expat tax obligations in South Korea. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and common expat tax issues.
Thailand
Southeast Asia
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Thailand. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Hong Kong
East Asia
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Hong Kong. Learn about FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Philippines
Southeast Asia
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Philippines. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Indonesia
Southeast Asia
The definitive guide to US expat taxes in Indonesia. NPWP registration, PPh 21 withholding, BPJS obligations, 4-year skilled worker exemption, Coretax digital filing, and FTC vs FEIE strategies. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Malaysia
Southeast Asia
No US-Malaysia tax treaty exists. Foreign income exempt through 2036 for individuals. 2026 brackets (0-26%), EPF reporting, MM2H visa, FBAR & FEIE rules.
Vietnam
Southeast Asia
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Vietnam. Learn about FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Taiwan
East Asia
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Taiwan. Learn about FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Europe(12)
Start with the Europe overview: rates, treaties and the main trap in each country, side by side.
Italy
Southern Europe
The definitive guide to US expat taxes in Italy: IRPEF, the neo-residenti flat tax, impatriati, IVIE/IVAFE, Quadro RW, the US-Italy treaty, and PFICs.
Sweden
Northern Europe
Complete 2026 guide to US expat taxes in Sweden. SINK tax at 22.5%, expert tax relief (expertskatt), tax residency rules, US-Sweden treaty articles, capital gains, pensions, ISK/PFIC traps, and Skatteverket filing. By an IRS Enrolled Agent.
Norway
Northern Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Norway. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Denmark
Northern Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Denmark. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Belgium
Western Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Belgium. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Austria
Western Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Austria. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Greece
Southern Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Greece. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Czech Republic
Central Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Czech Republic. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Poland
Central Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Poland. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Hungary
Central Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Hungary. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Romania
Eastern Europe
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Romania. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Turkey
Western Asia
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Turkey. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Middle East(5)
Qatar
Middle East
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Qatar. Learn about FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Saudi Arabia
Middle East
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Saudi Arabia. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Kuwait
Middle East
Kuwait has 0% personal income tax, but US expats still owe the IRS. 2026 FEIE exclusion of $132,900, FBAR thresholds, end-of-service indemnity treatment, housing exclusion, and filing deadlines explained.
Bahrain
Middle East
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Bahrain. Learn about FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Oman
Middle East
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Oman. Learn about FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
North America(9)
Panama
Central America
IRS Enrolled Agent guide to US expat taxes in Panama. Territorial tax system, no US-Panama treaty, Friendly Nations Visa, FBAR, FEIE, and pension traps.
Dominican Republic
Caribbean
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Dominican Republic. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Jamaica
Caribbean
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Jamaica. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Bermuda
Caribbean
US tax filing for Bermuda residents: treaty scope, FEIE eligibility, payroll tax, foreign accounts, pensions and investment-fund reporting.
Bahamas
Caribbean
Moving to the Bahamas? Review local VAT and property taxes, US filing requirements, FEIE eligibility and foreign-account reporting before you plan.
Cayman Islands
Caribbean
IRS Enrolled Agent guide to US expat taxes in the Cayman Islands. Zero tax, no treaty, FEIE strategy, FATCA, fund PFICs, FBAR, and substance.
Trinidad and Tobago
Caribbean
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Trinidad and Tobago. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Puerto Rico
Caribbean
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Puerto Rico. Learn about FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
US Virgin Islands
Caribbean
Guide to US expat tax obligations in US Virgin Islands. Learn about FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Oceania(1)
South America(6)
Brazil
South America
Complete guide to US expat tax obligations in Brazil. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and common expat tax issues.
Colombia
South America
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Colombia. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Argentina
South America
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Argentina. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Chile
South America
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Chile. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Peru
South America
Guide to US expat tax obligations in Peru. Learn about tax treaty benefits, FBAR requirements, FEIE eligibility, and key tax considerations.
Ecuador
South America
IRS Enrolled Agent guide to US expat taxes in Ecuador. No US-Ecuador treaty, SRI filing, progressive rates, IESS pension, pensionado visa, FBAR, and FEIE.
US Expat Tax Filing by Country
As a US citizen or green card holder living abroad, you're required to file US tax returns regardless of where you live. Each country presents unique tax challenges, from tax treaty provisions to local reporting requirements. Our country-specific guides cover everything you need to know -- including FBAR and FATCA obligations, Foreign Earned Income Exclusion eligibility, tax treaty benefits, filing deadlines, and common tax issues specific to your host country. Whether you're in Europe, Asia, the Americas, or the Middle East, our Enrolled Agent is ready to help you stay compliant with both US and local tax obligations.
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