Do You Need To File a US Tax Return Abroad? (Probably) | File US Taxes From Abroad

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Most expats do not pay US expat taxes because of the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and Foreign Tax Credit benefits. However, expats still need to file taxes annually if their gross worldwide income is over the filing threshold. So even if you do not owe any taxes to the IRS, you still may need to file.
UPDATED FOR 2022
🗂The Filing Thresholds in 2022 - When filing your 2021 tax return:
Single → $12,550
Married Filing Jointly → $25,100
Married Filing Separately* → $5
Head of Household → $18,800
Qualifying Widower → $25,100
Note: If another taxpayer claims your spouse as a dependent, or your spouse has filed a separate return, you will need to file as ‘’Married Filing Separately.’’ Again if you are married with a US-spouse or your spouse has an ITIN, you can file ‘’Married Filing Jointly.’’
*The Married Filing Separately status also applies if you are not living with your spouse at the end of the year (example: separated, in process of divorce.)
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[@SugoiTravelReviews]

Sigh…why is the US like this? I just want to leave and never come back - why do I have to pay taxes when I will never return? Didn’t we literally fight a war to stop double taxation? LMAO so dystopian

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Unfortunately, U.S. taxation is citizenship-based, so you're more than likely required to file if you've been earning income from anywhere in the world.

[@HARMONHZ]

Right 😂

[@vapalaca]

You can renounce your citizenship and don’t have to deal with this pain anymore!

[@Tatusiek_1]

@@vapalacaWhich is $2,350 😂😤😭

[@joshuadabney1643]

Im fighting to come back home from overseas with my wife and might never have the chance to, i would do anything to come home you have no Idea how blessed you are

[@hopeseekr]

43: "income is considered to be any amount of earnings, including money that is given to you."

[@MyExpatTaxes]

You're right, cash gifts are normally not taxable (they can be to the person giving the gift!) As we mentioned, income is considered to be any amount of earnings, including money that is given to you throughout the calendar year from any country in the form of salary, investment income, rental income, and unemployment benefits. Key word is earnings here 😊

[@ourworldfinallyelaine]

And they call it “the land of the free.” Only the USA and Eritrea expect taxes from people that no longer live there

[@wendellleytham4046]

I moved abroad in 1984, when I was 23 and never returned. Man am I behind the 8 ball!!!! :o :o :o

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Oops! You can still get caught up and avoid penalty from the IRS using the Streamlined Procedure. More info: www.myexpattaxes.com/expat-tax-tips/the-streamlined-procedure-for-expats/

[@frankbooth5150]

Very concise . Thanks .

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wombrewilded]

You are so beautiful I love your hair sister. I hope you're famous in instagram because you are great on film, Thank you for your help. Bless you

[@Hankjones1]

I am a US citizen retired 68 years old and my wife is a Mexican Citizen and I just move to Mexico do I have to file for 2021 taxes I'm only getting Social Security total income was about 14000

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Hi Javier! It depends on how you are filing. If you are planning to file Married Filing Separately you'd need to file with just $5 of income! I'd suggest reading through this guide to decide which filing status is right for you. Of course, our experts can always help you decide as well! www.myexpattaxes.com/expat-tax-guide/basics-of-us-expat-taxes/

[@Fuzzy.Wuzzy45]

If you’re none of the above then you don't have file a dang thing. Me a Filipino: *YEHHHEYY*

[@TeaCash]

I am not a US citizen and i don't live in the US but i have an income working with an american company getting commissions from buying digital work, do i have to pay taxes? Thankd in advance

[@JR-vs1zl]

I do receive social security with my pension. Does Nevada tax pensions

[@JR-vs1zl]

Ms. Nice looking, If I had received a pension from California, do have to pay any taxes if I am a resident of Nevada.

[@MyExpatTaxes]

You'll need to report pension income on your US tax return along with social security benefits to see if any US tax applies. Nevada has no income tax while California does.

[@tetsmcgee]

I am married, my wife is Polish, we were married outside America. I have not sent paper work to states that we are married because we don't live there, we live in Europe and Asia. How would I do the taxes in the states as they (America) do not know that I am married? Can I file as single. Also, if I have a 1099 that is 3500, and I made 13,000 usd over seas, how does the 12,400 work? Last, does your program work for state taxes. I have my mail forward to my friends place, I have never lived there, it's just where mail is being forward.

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Hello! Your filing status is Married Filing Separately and you'll need to file a tax return whenever your worldwide income exceeds just US$5. Yep! We do state taxes too. ☺ You may find this blog helpful in understanding state taxes💚: www.myexpattaxes.com/expat-tax-tips/state-taxes-as-an-expat/ Let me know if you need anything else.

[@dellrugby]

Liked and subbed. American in Qatar Ugh

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Thanks!! 😀

[@1029julia]

Hi id like to ask we are US citizens living abroad since 2019 and our combined income for 2020 is less than $5k. Should we still file a tax? Without w2’s? And if we dont file, are we still eligible for future stimulus check? I hope u answer thank u.

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Hi Desiree, we suggest you and your husband file a tax return just to be safe and also to receive your Stimulus checks (and future ones).

[@AdamAdam-zg8jl]

Is it possible to file the FBAR using an android smart phone?or only on lap or PC?

[@markhamlin3052]

Hello, I have lived in Europe for several years and would like to take part in the steamlined fopreign offshore proceedure. I therfore need to file the last three years of tax returns. Does this include 2021? Also, I would like to know if my Tax returns to the German Financial Institude should be completed or can I use the the numbers I recieve from my accountant? Should the filing of the German taxes be completed as the deadlines are much longer in Europe.

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Of course the current year 2021 is included in our streamlining package! You can already start on myexpattaxes.com/ and use the figures from your German accountant. Looking forward to working with you!

[@phily0502]

hi, I was born in Germany and my father is American. The consulate is currently checking whether I have been a citizen since birth. If this is the case and I subsequently get citizenship from birth, do I have to file my first tax return and an FBAR for 2020 next year? Or do I still have to do it retrospectively for the past few years?

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Hi Phillip, if you found out you have US citizenship by birth, you are an "Accidental American"and need to become fully tax compliant. In order to become fully tax compliant as an Accidental American, you will need to file your current year’s taxes and 3 years of back taxes. We are currently running an offer on our Streamlined Procedure that can help you get back on track. However, in order to complete and file your tax forms, you will require a Social Security Number. If you already have one - great! Here's more info on what to do if you're an Accidental American: www.myexpattaxes.com/expat-tax-tips/accidental-american/accidental-americans-tax-compliant/

[@phily0502]

@@MyExpatTaxes i have my SSN since i was 14yrs. i'll see what my citizenship status will be after i got the last missing document.

[@dewarama1674]

Hallo everyone I have one big question, do I still can get my tax refund on 2017? Can someone help me with this ? Im outside the US right now 😢

[@MyExpatTaxes]

@@dewarama1674 Hey again, To clarify, which tax refund were you referring to?

[@dewarama1674]

@@MyExpatTaxes Im so sorry I mean my 2017 tax refund I haven’t get it until now, Im from indonesia and I live in indonesia right now but back in 2017 I was doing my internship In USA, I got salary and paid the tax also, I need someone to help me to get my 2017 tax refund please

[@MyExpatTaxes]

@@dewarama1674 Can you please email us at [e-mail] with your situation so we can help you further? 💙

[@dewarama1674]

@@MyExpatTaxes I have send the email already

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@@dewarama1674 🙏🏻

[@fffuuukkku]

If I work self employment overseas or work with someone how I file taxes from there

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Hi! We have a webinar coming up that might interest you. It's just for self-employed and Small Business owners living abroad: www.myexpattaxes.com/webinars/ We've also got some blogs that might interest you. www.myexpattaxes.com/category/expat-tax-tips/self-employment/ If you're a US Citizen or Green Card holder who is Self-Employed outside the US, you would simply file your taxes each year. If you need help, www.MyExpatTaxes.com is happy to assist you!

[@DanielRamirez-wi3oz]

What happens if I dont file my taxes?

[@MyExpatTaxes]

If you are a U.S. citizen or resident, it is generally required by law to file a federal tax return with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) each year, reporting your income and paying any taxes owed. Failing to file your U.S. taxes can have various consequences, such as Failure to File Penalty. Learn more here: www.irs.gov/payments/failure-to-file-penalty

[@mdsanjidurrahman8038]

Hi me and my wife both are usa citizen and we are currently living another country . My wife dont work and our income less than 24000 in a year . Should we file for tax return ?? Also can we get any child tax credit if we file for tax ? Thanks .

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Hi, you can read the response we gave below to Desiree. Essentially, you and your wife don't need to if you didn't go above the filing threshold, however, it's better to be safe than sorry, and just file. To get child tax credit depends on many factors. Please read our blog post to learn more: www.myexpattaxes.com/expat-tax-tips/child-tax-credit-for-american-families-abroad/

[@MyExpatTaxes]

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[@kellyzonaldofolsomgomes4241]

Hi, I live in Brazil and I pay taxes here , so do I have to pay taxes in America also or just file my taxes?

[@MyExpatTaxes]

@@kellyzonaldofolsomgomes4241 Hi, as our video explains, if you are a single filer and make over $12,400 you need to file a US tax return, regardless where you live in the world! Please reach out to us via email or join our Facebook group to ask more questions!

[@blissful.1153]

Hello, do you have any email address? I would like too contact you by email . Thanks .

[@MyExpatTaxes]

@@blissful.1153 Hi, you can click on the Chat button on the bottom right hand corner to reach us by email: www.myexpattaxes.com/

[@pomargent4464]

Hello, we just moved overseas in July 2022. Do we used overseas address for current address when filing?

[@earthbruja5268]

Pfft maybe mention that people have to pay you nearly 1k for help to file taxes. 🙄

[@MyExpatTaxes]

Hi! It sounds like maybe you were looking into getting IRS compliant using The Streamlined Procedure. We take great pride in our fixed & transparent pricing so let me break it down for you! For Americans who havn't filed their taxes while living abroad, they can file using The Streamlined Procedure. We charge 696 Euros including VAT for 4 years of returns (149 Euros aach) + 6 years of FBAR reports. Also included in the price is 100 Euro which covers Professional Tax Review and Consulting. All that to catch up on your tax obligations and ensure peace of mind.… we say that’s pretty reasonable! I hope that helps! More about Streamlining: www.myexpattaxes.com/streamlining/

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