Expat Tax Services & Pricing
Greenback prides itself on offering an extensive choice of expat tax services, as well as open, transparent, flat-fee pricing.
Year
Covered
Federal Tax Return Preparation
$
485
USD
Our most common service for Americans who have earned income while living abroad, foreign nationals, and those who have recently repatriated to the US.
What’s Included:
- Form 1040 (the main form in your tax return)
- Form 1116 (to claim the Foreign Tax Credit)
- Form 2555 (to claim the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, or FEIE)
- All Standard Schedules A-E
- Up to three Schedule K-1s (for reporting income, loss or dividends from your share of a partnership)
- Up to 20 bank and brokerage transactions
Years
Covered
Streamlined Filing Package
$
1450
USD
$1610
SAVE 10%
Has it been a while since your last filed a US tax return? Our flat fee package saves you money and makes getting caught up as hassle-free as possible!
What’s Included:
- 3 years of delinquent Federal Tax Return (everything included in our Federal Tax Return Preparation package x3)
- 6 years of FBARS (up to 5 accounts per FBAR form and $50 for each additional 5 accounts)
- Assistance with Form 14653, which certifies that tax delinquency was non-willful
Not ready for tax prep but need some expert advice?
Discuss your tax needs with a Greenback accountant via video, phone, or email. Consultations start at $250 USD.
Schedule a consultationState Tax Return Preparation
Some expats need to file a State Tax Return even while living abroad. Whether you need to file a state return or not depends on the last state you resided in and your ongoing association with that state.
$155
USD
Foreign Bank Account Reporting
The Foreign Bank Account Report (FBAR or FinCEN Form 114) must be filed by individuals who have $10,000 or more in foreign bank accounts at any point during the year. Price covers up to 5 accounts. Each additional 5 accounts cost $50.
$100
USD
FATCA Reporting
Some US expats have foreign assets that must be reported under FATCA regulations and our experienced accountants are here to help!
$100+
USD
Small Business Tax Return Preparation
If you are a US expat operating a business (other than a sole proprietorship), we can file all necessary forms.
$585
USD
Late Tax Return Preparation
We have particular expertise helping Americans who are late filing their taxes (sometimes by decades!) get back on track using the Streamlined Procedure or via a quiet disclosure.
$485
USD
Additional Tax Forms and Schedules
While most people only need to file the forms that we include under our flat fee, we are also able to prepare any additional forms you may need to complete your return — all at flat fees!
Variable pricing
Greenback Services & Pricing
How can I pay for my US expat tax services?
We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diner’s Club, or JCB for payment.
If needed, you also can wire money to us directly. However, please note that there is an additional $25 charge for each incoming transfer. If you need to pay via wire transfer, please email us.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept paper checks.
How to pay your invoice
- To view your invoices, log in to your Greenback Tax Companion Account and navigate to My Account and Invoices.
- Click “View” to see your invoice.
- Once you’ve opened your invoice, click the “Pay Online” button to visit our secure payment page.
- From there, follow the on-screen instructions to submit your payment.
Who are your accountants?
Who will actually prepare my US expat tax return?
When you work with Greenback, you will be paired with a qualified accountant—either a CPA or an IRS Enrolled Agent—with expertise in your tax needs.
Your accountant will bring years of expertise and experience in expatriate taxation to your tax preparation. Our tax professionals boast some of the most impressive credentials in the accounting industry. Plus, they’re friendly, helpful, and committed to getting your taxes done right!
How much experience will my accountant have?
Your accountant will have:
- Credentials as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or IRS Enrolled Agents (EA)
- 5+ years of experience—during which time they must have prepared expat tax returns specifically
- In-depth understanding of expat tax requirements, credits, and planning
- Up-to-date knowledge of the latest tax code changes
- Many have master’s degrees or other advanced degrees in accounting, law, or finance
- Often, your accountant will have lived abroad themselves and knows the joys and challenges of expat life
Will my accountant be friendly and responsive to my questions?
In addition to tax expertise, your accountant will be friendly, helpful, and answer all of your questions promptly. Your dedicated accountant will take time to get to know you and your specific situation. Understanding your unique needs will help your accountant secure the biggest savings and best tax outcome for you.
Many of our accountants previously worked for Big Four accounting firms—which are the largest professional services companies in the world. Now, they’ve chosen to focus their talents on helping expats like you because they enjoy giving clients personalized attention and being a part of your adventure abroad.
Will my tax prep ever be outsourced?
No, we will never outsource your expat tax return preparation to anyone outside of our team. You will always be paired with one of Greenback’s accountants, all of whom have been hand-selected to represent the best the accounting industry has to offer.
In fact, if you choose to work with Greenback year-after-year (and we hope you do!), you’ll typically have the option to work with the same tax professional next year.
Curious about the rest of the team? Learn more about Greenback’s expat founders and management team.
Why should I choose Greenback over other US expat tax preparation providers?
At Greenback, we pride ourselves in offering a service that is a cut above the rest.
- All of our accountants are US CPAs or IRS Enrolled Agents with extensive and specific experience with expatriate taxation.
- Your accountant will work with you and answer your questions before, during, and after your return is prepared.
- We offer a customer portal – the Greenback Tax Companion – built with customer feedback in mind.
- We do our best to make the US expat tax filing process as simple as possible for you with an account that becomes customized to you. Based on initial information you provide, you will be guided to upload the docs and info you need, without endless calculations and forms to complete.
- Finally, we believe in honest, transparent, flat-fee pricing. Our prices are listed openly for you to review and understand before you engage with us.
But don’t take our word for it! We invite you to read what our current customers have to say about why they love working with us!
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