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US Expat Tax Return Preparation

Professional US expat tax return preparation for Americans living abroad in 150+ countries. A dedicated accountant prepares your return, claims every exclusion and credit you qualify for, and keeps you IRS compliant from anywhere.

Your return is prepared start to finish by a dedicated accountant, not software.
FEIE, Foreign Tax Credit, FBAR and one state return, if required, in one package.
Year-round support for IRS notices, audits and next-year tax planning.

US Tax Preparation for American Expats

Filing from abroad takes more than a Form 1040. You also need the right exclusions, credits and foreign reporting forms, and one missed form can lead to penalties even when no tax is due.

We handle all of it. You send your documents, your accountant prepares and files your return, and you stay IRS compliant from anywhere.

We prepare your Form 1040 and every required schedule
We claim the FEIE, Foreign Tax Credit and family credits you qualify for
We file your FBAR and foreign reporting forms with your return

What's Included in Our US Expat Tax Return Preparation

Your accountant reviews your full situation, picks the exclusions and credits that lower your US tax the most, and prepares every form you need in one package.

One dedicated accountant from start to finish
A draft of your return to review before filing
E-filing, or a copy ready to mail
Payment only after your return is complete

Here is what the standard package covers, plus one state tax return if required.

Federal Return Preparation

We prepare your Form 1040 with Schedules 1, 2, 3, A, B and D, reporting your US and foreign wages, interest, dividends and capital gains.

Foreign Earned Income Exclusion

We file Form 2555 to exclude up to $132,900 of your 2026 foreign earned income and choose the qualifying test that fits you.

Foreign Tax Credit

We file Form 1116 to offset your US tax with the foreign taxes you already pay, so your income is not taxed twice.

FBAR Filing

We file FinCEN Form 114 for up to 4 foreign financial accounts at the same time as your return.

Credits for Families

We claim the Child Tax Credit and education credits, including the refundable portion many expat families miss.

Self-Employment and K-1 Income

We prepare one Schedule C for freelance or business income and report K-1 income from partnerships or trusts.

US Expat Tax Preparation Pricing, Starts at $800

Our price covers a complete package. Many expats need forms they do not know about, like a Schedule C for side income, K-1 reporting or a state return. Lower-priced services often charge for each one separately.

Federal return with FEIE or Foreign Tax Credit
FBAR for up to 4 foreign accounts
One Schedule C for freelance or business income
K-1 income from partnerships or trusts
One state tax return, if required
Tax planning for the upcoming year

Your accountant reviews your situation to confirm which forms you need, so nothing is missed and there are no surprise fees.

Form 5471, Form 8621 (PFICs), rental properties and additional states are quoted separately. You pay only after your return is complete.

Two Ways to Start Your US Expat Tax Return

Get a Tax Preparation Quote

Send Price List

Talk to an Expat Tax Accountant

Schedule a Consultation

American Expat Tax Services for Every Situation

We prepare US tax returns for Americans and green card holders living in any country, from simple salaried returns to complex cases.

Americans working abroad on a foreign salary
Green card holders and dual citizens living outside the US
Self-employed expats, freelancers and digital nomads
Retirees abroad with US pensions or Social Security
Families claiming the Child Tax Credit from abroad
Expats with foreign investments or rental properties
Business owners with US or foreign companies

Not sure you need to file? Request a quote and your accountant confirms your filing requirement before any work starts.

Why Choose Universal Tax Professionals for Your US Expat Tax Return?

Real Accountants, Not DIY Software

Our CPA-led team prepares every return. Complex income, foreign accounts and prior-year issues are handled by a professional, not an algorithm.

A Dedicated Accountant

One accountant knows your file and is reachable by phone or email whenever questions come up.

Tax Planning Included

Your package includes planning for the upcoming year, so you know where you stand before the next filing season.

Year-Round Support

IRS notices, audits and follow-up questions are covered after you file, not just during tax season.

The Team Behind Your US Expat Tax Return

Your return is prepared by our own team of CPAs, Enrolled Agents and tax specialists experienced in US expat taxes. They know how to report your foreign income, accounts and credits correctly, and our team includes accountants who speak Spanish and Italian.

You are matched with one dedicated accountant who handles your file from intake to filing and stays your contact year after year.

Licensed CPAs and Enrolled Agents
No outsourcing of any part of your return
The same accountant each tax year

What Clients Say About Our US Expat Tax Preparation

    
 
 
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How US Expat Tax Return Preparation Works

Tell Us About Your Situation

Send Your Documents

We send the price list, questionnaire and document checklist. Upload everything through a secure file-sharing link.

We Prepare Your Return

Preparation usually takes two to three weeks. Your accountant is available for questions throughout.

Review and Pay

Review the draft and request changes. You pay only once the return is complete.

You're Done

We e-file your return, or send a copy for you to sign and mail to the IRS.

Ready to File Your US Expat Tax Return?

Get US expat tax help from a dedicated accountant who reviews your situation, claims every exclusion and credit you qualify for, and stays with you year-round.

Request a quote or schedule a consultation to get started.

Have a More Complex Situation?

Behind on US Taxes?

If you missed years of filing, the Streamlined procedures can bring you current with reduced or no penalties.

Streamlined Filing

Own a Foreign Company?

Shareholders of foreign corporations usually need Form 5471 with their return. We prepare it alongside your 1040.

Form 5471 Reporting

Hold Foreign Funds or ETFs?

Most non-US mutual funds and ETFs are PFICs and need Form 8621. We report them and quote them with your return.

PFIC Reporting

Self-Employed Abroad?

Freelancers and business owners abroad may owe US self-employment tax even with the FEIE.

Self-Employed Returns

Still Owe a State Return?

Some states keep taxing you after you move abroad. We file the state return or help you cut ties.

State Tax Returns

Planning a Move Abroad?

Plan your residency, income and accounts before you leave so your first expat return is simple.

Tax Planning

FAQs

The standard package starts at $800 and already includes forms many expats need without realizing it, such as a Schedule C, K-1 income and one state return. Forms like 5471, 8621 or additional states are quoted separately, and you receive a price list before any work begins.

Form 1040 with common schedules, US and foreign income reporting, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion or Foreign Tax Credit, FBAR for up to 4 accounts, family credits and one state return if required.

Yes. You are assigned a dedicated accountant who prepares your return and answers your questions by phone or email. Our team includes licensed CPAs and Enrolled Agents.

Most returns are prepared within two to three weeks after we receive your complete documents. Complex returns can take longer, and your accountant gives you an estimate upfront.

Americans living abroad get an automatic extension to June 15, 2027. Filing Form 4868 extends it to October 15, 2027. Any tax owed is still due April 15, 2027 to avoid interest.

Yes, if your worldwide income meets the IRS threshold. For 2026 returns, that is $16,100 for single filers, $32,200 for married filing jointly, $24,150 for head of household, $5 for married filing separately and $400 of self-employment income. Filing does not mean you will owe tax.

You can usually catch up through the Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures, which require three years of returns and six years of FBARs with reduced or no penalties.

Both. You can schedule a consultation for advice before you file, and every tax preparation package includes planning for the upcoming year.

No. You review a draft of your return first and pay once it is complete.