If your foreign financial assets total exceeds the reporting threshold based on your filing status and whether you live in or outside of the U.S., FATCA reporting requirements will apply. This means that you will need to report applicable assets on Form 8938 along with your income tax return.
Paying taxes as a U.S. expat can be complicated. Read this article to know how an international tax expert can help you navigate this minefield.
Filing taxes as an American living abroad can be confusing and challenging. Knowing the correct forms to use and how to fill them out correctly is as crucial as learning how to file your taxes. You need to understand two essential forms for expat taxes: Form 8938 and Form 8621.
Filing returns for foreign source income is required by the IRS. Here are things you should know about complying with this requirement.
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