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Expats’ passports are their lifelines. The freedom to travel without restriction between countries is not a luxury – for many expats, it is the only way to see their families. The loss of a passport could affect their eligibility to work and much more. But recently, the IRS has started cracking down on Americans abroad […]
Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s US Expat Opinion Survey. Now that it’s over and the results have been collected , we want to share some of the most important insights you shared. From government representation to potential changes to the tax laws, take a moment to review this important information in […]
Each year, our expat opinion survey shows that citizenship renunciation weighs heavily on the minds of expats everywhere, and the US taxation system is often cited as the reason. Renouncing US citizenship may seem like a good decision – especially if you have dual citizenship or have been living outside the US for several years […]
Check out our summary on the first quarter citizenship renunciation numbers that were recently published in the Federal Register. These numbers are often reflective of several issues that concern expats: taxes, political environment, and more. But typically, one of the top factors is US expatriate’s tax. Let’s take a look at the recent development in […]
Earlier this year, Democrats Abroad (an organization dedicated to providing Americans living abroad a Democratic voice in the government and electing Democratic candidates by mobilizing the overseas vote) conducted an in-depth survey of almost ten thousand expats. The results of the survey echoed Greenback’s findings from last year: Expat taxes pose a constant burden and […]
Every year, Greenback surveys expats living around the globe about their opinions on everything from taxation to citizenship renunciation to political and ideological beliefs. These surveys help gauge trends in the expat community and raise the profile of pressing issues; but beyond that, expats who participate in the survey could win a grand prize. Read […]
Big news in the expat world this week: in France, a subset of expats known as “accidental Americans” is rising up and taking action – legal action – against foreign banks who uphold FATCA, citing discrimination. Find out what this could mean for expats across the globe who disagree with the requirement to file citizenship-based […]
Spring has officially sprung, and that means the Greenback team is in the midst of all kinds of excitement. Not only is the April US expat income tax deadline just weeks away (find out why it’s important to meet!), but the annual US Expat Opinion survey is now live! This survey is an integral part […]
The fourth quarter 2018 citizenship renunciation numbers have been published by the Office of the Federal Register, and we’re here with your quarterly update on what these numbers mean and how they differ from recent trends. Why Do Expats Care About Citizenship Renunciation? Every quarter, the Federal Register publishes an update of American citizens who […]
Exciting news! Greenback Expat Tax Services has partnered with the Overseas Vote Foundation to spread awareness of how expats can vote abroad. Voting, like taxes, can feel confusing and overwhelming for Americans living abroad, which is why Greenback decided to take action. Find out more about this great organization below. The Overseas Vote Foundation The […]
