Frequently Asked Questions

I’m a U.S. citizen living and working outside of the United States for many years. Do I still need to file a U.S. tax return?

I pay income tax in a foreign country. Do I still have to file a U.S. income tax return even though I do not live in the United States?

What is the due date of a U.S. income tax return?

I just realized that I must file U.S. income tax returns for prior years. How many years back do I have to file?

I have completed my tax return and I have a balance due. How do I pay the tax liability?

I am a U.S. citizen married to a nonresident alien. What is my filing status?

I am a U.S. taxpayer residing abroad and I have a child who was born abroad. Can I claim my child as a dependent on my tax return?

What are my responsibilities as a green card holder if I have been absent from the United States for a long period of time?

I was a long-term resident of the United States prior to surrendering my green card. What is my U.S. tax filing obligation?

What deductions and/or credits am I allowed on my U.S. income tax return as a U.S. citizen living and working in a foreign country?

If my foreign earned income is below the foreign earned income exclusion threshold amount, am I still required to file a U.S. individual income tax return?

I live in a foreign country. How do I get a Social Security Number for my dependent who qualifies for a Social Security card?