Freedom to Roam, Confidence to File: U.S. Tax Simplified for Digital Nomads.
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Constantly moving between countries, working from cafes worldwide, or changing locations every few months.
Your tax home is unclear because you don’t stay in one place long enough to establish permanent residence anywhere.
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Earning income from multiple sources like freelance projects, remote contracts, or foreign platforms
You receive payments from clients in different countries, paid through PayPal, Wise, or direct deposit to various bank accounts.
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Needing to prove 330 days outside the U.S. for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE)
You track your travel but worry about whether short U.S. visits, layovers, or unclear entry/exit stamps will disqualify you.
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Worrying about compliance gaps due to multiple time zones, changing addresses, or unclear residency.
You’re never sure which country considers you a tax resident or how to handle reporting when you don’t have a permanent address.
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Behind on filing because you didn’t realize the rules applied to your nomadic lifestyle.
You assumed working abroad meant you didn’t owe U.S. taxes, or you thought your income was too small to matter.
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Unsure about FBAR requirements for accounts in multiple countries.
You have bank accounts, digital wallets, and payment platforms in several countries and don’t know which ones need to be reported.
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Core Knowledge for the Globally Mobile. Our guides are specifically designed to address the challenges created by constant movement and location-independent income.
How do I qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion as a digital nomad?
To qualify for FEIE as a nomad, you must pass the Physical Presence Test by being outside the U.S. for 330 full days in any 12-month period. You also need to establish a tax home in a foreign country, even if you move frequently. Learn how to track and document your time for the Physical Presence Test
What is a tax home and why does it matter for digital nomads?
Your tax home is your regular place of business, not your residence. For digital nomads, the IRS looks at where you primarily work and earn income. Without a clear tax home abroad, you can’t claim FEIE even if you meet the 330-day requirement. Understand how the IRS defines tax home when you’re constantly moving
Which foreign accounts do I need to report as a digital nomad?
If your combined foreign financial accounts exceeded $10,000 at any point during the year, you must file an FBAR. This includes foreign bank accounts, PayPal, Wise, Payoneer, and other digital payment platforms where you receive income. Find out which accounts require FBAR reporting to avoid penalties
How do I report freelance and self-employment income from multiple countries?
Freelance and contract income is reported on Schedule C regardless of which country you earned it in. Self-employment tax (15.3%) applies even if you claim FEIE, though foreign tax credits may help offset some liability. Learn how FEIE interacts with self-employment tax for digital nomads
Can I catch up on missed filings if I’ve been traveling for years?
Yes, the IRS Streamlined Filing Procedures allow you to file the last 3 years of returns and 6 years of FBARs with minimal or zero penalties. This program is designed for taxpayers whose failure to file was non-willful, which applies to most digital nomads. Learn how to get compliant penalty-free through Streamlined Filing
Should I use the Physical Presence Test or Bona Fide Residence Test?
Digital nomads almost always use the Physical Presence Test because it’s purely mathematical (330 days abroad in any 12-month period). The Bona Fide Residence Test requires establishing genuine residence in one country for an entire tax year, which doesn’t fit the nomadic lifestyle. Compare the two FEIE qualification tests and choose the right oneFeatured In
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Tax Help for Digital Nomads
Specialized Services to Solve Your Nomadic Tax Puzzle
Annual Expat Tax Filing
We calculate and verify your FEIE eligibility, track your qualifying days, and prepare the documentation the IRS expects. You get clear guidance on what travel counts, what breaks the 330-day rule, and how to protect your exclusion year after year.
$565
USD
Freelancer / Self-Employed Nomad Tax Filing
We help you correctly report freelance, contract, or platform income earned from anywhere in the world. We explain how FEIE interacts with self-employment tax and make sure you’re not paying more than necessary.
$565
USD
Expat Small Business & Entity Filing
Before you create an entity abroad, we help you understand the tax reporting requirements (including Forms 5471/8621) and whether a foreign company helps or hurts your tax situation.
$750
USD
Catch-Up Filing (Streamlined Procedures)
If you missed past filings, we safely bring you into compliance using the IRS Streamlined Program, no stress, no judgment, and often with no penalties.
$1,750
USD
Strategic Tax Consultation
A 30-minute call to map out your tax home, FEIE eligibility, travel calendar, foreign residency questions, and business setup. You leave with clarity and a year-long plan..
$250+
USD
U.S. State Tax Returns
We determine if you have ongoing filing obligations in your previous state of residence and handle all necessary state tax filings.
$185
USD
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Digital Nomad Tax FAQs
Can Greenback help me qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion as a digital nomad?
Yes, we specialize in helping digital nomads qualify for FEIE through the Physical Presence Test. We calculate your 330 qualifying days, help you establish a valid tax home abroad, guide you on proper documentation (passport stamps, flight records, accommodation receipts), and prepare Form 2555 to claim the exclusion (up to $130,000 for 2025). Most nomads owe little to no U.S. tax after properly applying FEIE.
Learn more about our federal tax return preparation services.
What proof do I need to document my 330 days abroad for the Physical Presence Test?
Greenback can help you organize and submit documentation including passport entry/exit stamps, flight and transportation bookings, accommodation receipts (Airbnb, hotels, rentals), credit card statements showing foreign transactions, and ATM withdrawal records. We guide you on what the IRS accepts and how to fill gaps if you’re missing some records. Proper documentation is essential for Form 2555.
Learn more about Physical Presence Test requirements.
Can Greenback help me report freelance income earned in multiple countries?
Yes, we prepare Schedule C for freelance and self-employment income regardless of which countries you earned it in. We explain how FEIE eliminates income tax but not self-employment tax (15.3%), calculate your Schedule SE correctly, determine if foreign tax credits can offset some self-employment tax, and ensure proper quarterly estimated tax compliance going forward.
Learn more about our federal tax filing services.
Does Greenback handle FBAR filing for digital nomads with accounts in multiple countries?
Yes, we determine which accounts require FBAR reporting (foreign banks, PayPal, Wise, Payoneer, crypto exchanges), calculate the $10,000 aggregate threshold correctly across all accounts, prepare the FinCEN Form 114, and electronically file it by the deadline. Our FBAR service starts at $125 for up to 5 accounts. If you’ve fallen behind on FBARs, we also help you catch up.
Learn more about our FBAR filing services.
Can Greenback help me catch up on years of unfiled taxes while I was traveling?
Yes, we help digital nomads catch up through IRS Streamlined Filing Procedures. We prepare 3 years of tax returns, file 6 years of FBARs, certify your failure to file was non-willful (you didn’t know or were confused), and help you get compliant with minimal or zero penalties. Most nomads who proactively come forward face no penalties, especially when they owe little after FEIE. Our Streamlined package is $1,750.
Learn more about our Streamlined Filing service.
What if I don’t have a permanent address to use for tax filing?
We help you establish a valid mailing address for IRS correspondence using a family member’s U.S. address, commercial mail forwarding service, or our own service address if permitted. Your mailing address does not determine your tax home for FEIE purposes. Your tax home is where you primarily conduct business, not where you receive mail.
Learn more about our federal tax services.
Can Greenback help me understand if I need to file state taxes while traveling?
Yes, we review your previous state of residence to determine if you have ongoing state filing obligations. Some states like California, New York, and Virginia are “sticky” and maintain tax jurisdiction even after you leave. We help you properly sever state residency when possible and file necessary state returns ($185 each) when required.
Learn more about our state tax services.
How much does it cost for Greenback to prepare a digital nomad’s taxes?
Our pricing is transparent and flat-fee based. Federal expat tax return with FEIE starts at $565. Self-employed nomads with Schedule C also start at $565. FBAR filing is $125 for up to 5 accounts. Streamlined Filing Package (3 years + 6 FBARs) is $1,750. State returns are $185 each. Consultations start at $250.
Use our pricing calculator to get an estimate.
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