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Giving Thanks
From everyone at Expatriate Tax Returns, we’d like to wish you a warm and Happy Thanksgiving! We’re incredibly thankful that you turn to us for your tax needs. We make it our mission to use our knowledge of the ever changing tax codes to find your maximum return and assure that you are up to…
IRS Waives FEIE Time Requirements for Expats in 7 Countries
If you were forced to leave a foreign country in 2025 due to war, civil unrest, or unsafe conditions, you may still qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) even if you did not meet the standard time requirements. Under Revenue Procedure 2026-16, the IRS officially waived the physical presence and bona fide residence…
FBAR & FATCA Enforcement Trends in 2026
FBAR & FATCA Enforcement Is Increasing Global banking transparency continues expanding. In 2026, IRS enforcement efforts focus heavily on foreign account reporting. Many expats mistakenly believe that paying foreign taxes removes reporting obligations. It does not. What Is FBAR? If your foreign financial accounts exceed $10,000 at any time during the year, you must file…
Understanding the Tax Fairness for Americans Abroad Act of 2018
The Tax Fairness for Americans Abroad Act of 2018 (H.R. 7358) was introduced last December. This legislation applies to anyone with a non-resident citizen status. Ending citizenship-based taxation would require rewriting almost all the current tax code. Instead, steps are being taken to help address issues for expats who live overseas. What Does the Tax…
Digital Nomad Visas and Tax Implications: What Expats Must Know
Digital nomad visas have become one of the biggest trends in global mobility. Countries like Portugal, Spain, Costa Rica, and Thailand now offer special residency permits to attract remote workers. These programs promise freedom and flexibility—but they also create complex tax questions for U.S. citizens abroad. While a digital nomad visa grants you legal residency…
