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Expatriate Tax Returns Will Bet You Back on Track with Your Tax Filing

The 2020 tax filing deadline has passed and many expats missed it. Sometimes life happens and people overlook getting their taxes filed. Expatriate Tax Returns understands and will help you recover quickly, so that you are in good financial standing with the IRS with no tax worries. No matter how many months or years you are behind, you can rely on Expatriate Tax Returns to get you back on track. It’s easy to get started, click here to begin the Expatriate Tax Return Secure Quick Start Now form.

Foreign Earned Income Exclusion Physical Presence Test

Expatriate Tax Returns Foreign Earned Income Exclusion Physical Presence Test

Typically, to meet the physical presence test, you must reside in a foreign country or countries for a minimum of 330 full days during a 12-month period. Days can be counted spent abroad for any reason, as long as your tax home is in a foreign country. The 12-month period can start any day of the month, so that it provides you the greatest exclusion. In IRS Revenue Procedure 2020-27, the IRS waived the time requirements outlined in the Bona Fide Residence and Physical Presence tests if you returned to the United States because of the COVID-19 pandemic emergency. Need help filing? Contact Expatriate Tax Returns!

How to Avoid Late Tax Payments and Fees

Expatriate Tax Returns Will Help You Avoid Late Fees by Filing On-Time

Filing by the deadline is essential and can save you money. The IRS charges interest for any balance left unpaid after the deadline, so if you miss the deadline not only will you be paying late fees, but you will also be paying extra interest. Filing by April is always a smart choice (or June in 2020), but if you are struggling to gather your information on time, you can estimate a payment to the IRS and reduce overall interest until it is fully paid. Please note most expats do not owe U.S. taxes. If you want peace of mind and are in need of tax assistance, get in touch with Expatriate Tax Returns.

How to Save More on Your Taxes

Expatriate Tax Returns Can Help You Save Money on Your Taxes

There are several ways that you can save money when filing your taxes depending on your individual circumstances. These include the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, Foreign Tax Credit, and Foreign Housing Exclusion. The FEIE reduces your income by paying housing expenses. If you qualify and file on time, you can save big on your taxes. Most of our clients do not owe the IRS anything. If you’d like to learn more about these forms or want us to file on your behalf, contact Expatriate Tax Returns.