Tax help for expats

Tax can be one of the most stressful and difficult concerns when you move abroad. With tax residency criteria to interpret, special tax regimes and treaties on top of navigating tax systems in a different language, it's easy to make mistakes. We've created this library of information and guidance on a range of tax subjects for people living abroad, whatever your nationality.

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Why have I received a ‘nudge letter’ from HMRC regarding my Offshore Investment Funds?

I have recently received a letter from HMRC querying if I am declaring my taxes correctly on my Offshore Income Gains. Why have I received this now, despite not making any changes to my current ...

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Foreign Tax Credits (FTC) vs Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE)
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Foreign Tax Credits (FTC) vs Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE)

If you are a US expat or are subject to US taxes but live abroad and earn income from outside the US, understanding how Foreign Tax Credits (FTC) and Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) can be ...

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The difference between domicile and residence explained

An easy-to-understand explanation of the differences between domicile and residence, primarily for people connected to the UK.

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Canada tax for Expats (2024)
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Canada tax for Expats (2024)

Whether you already live in Canada or are planning to move there, understanding your Canadian tax obligations is essential to ensure you don't incur any punishments.

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HMRC nudge letters for overseas income - and what do I need to do if I receive one?
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HMRC nudge letters for overseas income - and what do I need to do if I receive one?

Many expats are receiving letters from HMRC asking them to disclose overseas income to the Worldwide Disclosure Facility - we interviewed one of our partners to help clarify what you need to do.

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Tax for offshore oil and gas workers explained
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Tax for offshore oil and gas workers explained

People working offshore on oil rigs or supply vessels have highly complex tax requirements. This article provides a detailed overview and provides guidance to help establish where you may owe tax

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How to tell if you have to submit a UK tax return
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How to tell if you have to submit a UK tax return

Even if you haven't received a letter from HMRC, you may still have to complete a Self Assessment tax return in the UK. These six steps will help you understand whether you should be completing a UK ...

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Do expats pay UK tax?

When someone leaves or moves to the UK and becomes an expat, do they have to pay UK tax?

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Expat tax return preparation: Are you ready for the tax return deadline?
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Expat tax return preparation: Are you ready for the tax return deadline?

Are you prepared to submit and settle your tax return before the 2023 deadline?

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An overview of the UK tax system for people moving to the UK

If you are planning to move to the UK, it's vital you understand your UK tax obligations before you move. This article provides a useful introduction to the UK tax system.

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What is Split Year Treatment?

I am spending some of this tax year working abroad and therefore I am not going to be a tax resident in the UK for the whole tax year. What is Split Tax Treatment, will it apply to me and how could I ...

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What is RDR3?

I live outside the UK and I have been asked to check RDR3 to understand more about my UK tax residence status, but what is RDR3?

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Do I have to pay inheritance tax?

An explanation of inheritance tax rules for expats and non-UK residents who are still UK domicile.

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Taxes for expats: Tax advice all expats must know
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Taxes for expats: Tax advice all expats must know

It is essential that everybody understands the tax rules where they live. When you move abroad, understanding taxes for expats is even more important as the complexity increases. This article ...

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U.S. Tax Obligations for American Expats

US Expat Tax can be a complex due to the fact that US expats are subject to US tax rules wherever they live in the world. This article provides an overview of the tax requirements of US expats around ...

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