International Tax
U.S. International Tax Services for Individuals and Businesses
Cross-border activity changes how U.S. tax rules apply to you. Our international tax professionals help globally connected individuals and closely held businesses understand their obligations, prepare the required filings, and plan decisions before they are made.
Who we work with
- U.S. citizens and residents living abroad
- Foreign individuals moving to the United States
- U.S. residents with foreign assets or income
- Foreign-owned U.S. entities
- Cross-border business ownership
Technical areas we address
- Foreign tax credits
- Foreign earned income
- Tax-treaty considerations
- International information reporting
- Correcting missed international filings
How we approach an international engagement
We begin with a complete picture: citizenship and residency, where income arises, which foreign entities or accounts exist, and which years are open. From there we map the returns and disclosures that apply, identify planning opportunities such as credit utilization or entity elections, and set a compliance calendar so nothing is missed in future years.
Frequently asked questions
What U.S. tax filings do international clients need?
It depends on citizenship, tax residency, income, accounts, assets, and business ownership. Common filings include Forms 1040 or 1040-NR, FBAR, Form 8938, Form 5472, and information returns for foreign entities. We review the full picture before identifying the forms that apply.
Do I need to file in the U.S. if I already pay tax in another country?
Frequently yes. U.S. citizens and residents are generally taxed on worldwide income regardless of where they live or where tax is paid. Relief may be available through foreign tax credits, exclusions, or treaty provisions, but the relief is claimed on a filed return.
What if I have never filed the international forms?
Several corrective paths exist depending on the facts, including delinquent information return procedures and amended filings. The right path depends on why the filings were missed and whether tax was owed. We review the history before recommending an approach.
Do you work with clients outside Florida?
Yes. The firm is based in Miami and works with clients throughout the United States and internationally, in English and Spanish.
Discuss Your International Tax Situation
Cross-border compliance and planning for individuals and businesses with activity in more than one country.