MyExpatTaxes
Tax software built for the US return an American abroad still has to file, with a tax professional on the plans that need one.
What they cover
- File with the software. A federal return with the expat deductions and credits; the Base plan adds investment and freelance income, FBAR and FATCA, and optimizes the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and the Foreign Tax Credit.
- Work with a tax professional. Reviewed and Premium plans: forms signed by a US tax professional, IRS notice support, consulting.
- Behind on filing. A Streamlining plan for the returns you missed.
- Corporate and exit. Form 5471 or 8865, and Form 8854 for a renunciation.
Why we list them
MyExpatTaxes is a specialized tax software service built for US citizens living abroad, who must file US taxes no matter where in the world they reside. Founded by an American expat and enrolled agent, the company lets users prepare and e-file federal returns, FBAR, and required FATCA forms through award-winning software, with human support included on every plan. Customers can file independently or upgrade to work directly with a tax professional. MyExpatTaxes covers complex situations, offers transparent flat-rate pricing, and helps expats claim the credits and deductions they qualify for. It has prepared over 100,000 returns for filers in more than 165 countries.
Our guides on the subject
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US Taxes When You Live in France: FBAR, FATCA, Form 2555 and the Tax Treaty ExplainedYes: the US taxes citizens on worldwide income wherever they live. Filing deadlines, FBAR over $10,000, FATCA and what the France-US treaty changes. -
FBAR vs Form 8938 for Americans in France: Which Form Covers Which French Account or Asset and at What Threshold (2026)FBAR and Form 8938 side by side for Americans living in France: who files, the thresholds, deadlines, penalties, and which French accounts and assets go on which form. -
How to Use the Foreign Tax Credit (Form 1116) to Avoid Double Taxation as an American in FranceForm 1116 credits French income tax against US tax, dollar for dollar. Unused foreign tax credit carries forward ten years. CSG and CRDS generally qualify. -
US Expat Back Taxes in France: The Streamlined Procedure Step by StepNever filed US taxes from France? The IRS streamlined procedure covers 3 years of returns and 6 FBARs penalty free. Who qualifies, and the clock on it.