How do expats avoid double taxation?

Expats avoid double taxation through: tax treaties between countries, Foreign Tax Credits (claim taxes paid abroad against home country tax), Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (for US citizens), and treaty tie-breaker rules. Our calculator identifies applicable relief mechanisms based on your countries.

Do US expats still have to pay taxes?

Yes, US citizens must file taxes regardless of where they live. However, they can use the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (up to $120,000 in 2024), Foreign Tax Credit, and tax treaty benefits to reduce or eliminate double taxation. Our calculator factors in all US-specific rules.

What is a tax treaty and how does it help expats?

A tax treaty is an agreement between two countries that determines which country can tax specific types of income and provides relief from double taxation. Treaties typically include lower withholding rates on dividends and interest, rules for determining tax residency, and provisions for exchanging tax information.

How do I claim foreign tax credit?

To claim foreign tax credit, you must: pay or accrue foreign taxes, the tax must be a legal liability, it must be an income tax, and you need proper documentation. The credit is limited to the US tax attributable to foreign income. Our calculator estimates your potential credit.

Expat Dual-Country Tax Calculator

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