International Taxation

International taxation is complex, with strict reporting requirements and steep penalties for mistakes. Whether you live abroad, own assets overseas, study in the US, or operate a cross-border business, we help you stay compliant while minimizing your tax burden.

What We Cover

We provide comprehensive U.S. international tax services for individuals and businesses with worldwide income, assets, investments, or operations. Our services include compliance with the IRS filing requirements (such as FBAR/Form 8938), tax planning for cross-border income and entities, treaty analysis, and guidance on foreign tax credits and expatriation/repatriation tax complexities. We help clients navigate complex international rules to minimize tax liability, avoid penalties, and ensure full compliance with the IRS and states.

US Expat Tax Returns

Filing for US citizens and green card holders living overseas, including the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) and Foreign Tax Credit (FTC).

FBAR & FATCA Compliance

Reporting foreign bank accounts, investments, and other assets to avoid costly penalties.

Foreign Nationals in the US

Tax preparation and planning for non-US citizens with US-source income or US-based investments.

International Student Tax Returns

Ensuring F-1, J-1, and other visa holders meet US tax obligations while maximizing treaty benefits.

Cross-Border Business Taxation

Advising businesses on international operations, transfer pricing, and tax treaty benefits.

FIRPTA Withholding & Compliance

Guiding foreign sellers of US real estate through FIRPTA rules, withholding requirements, and refund claims.

Streamlined Filing Procedures

Assisting with the IRS’s streamlined amnesty programs for catching up on delinquent returns and FBAR filings.

Foreign Tax Credit (FTC)

Evaluation of your foreign tax situation and advise you on if you qualify for FTC and how to effectively use it for minimum tax liabilities.

Foreign Earned Income Exclusion

Determine your FEIE eligibility, calculate the maximum exclusion, ensure proper filing of Form 2555 to avoid double taxation.

Additional International Tax Support

Foreign Rental Property Income: Reporting and optimizing deductions for overseas real estate investments.
Canadian TFSA & RRSP Accounts: Advising on US tax implications and required reporting for Tax-Free Savings Accounts.
Dual-Status Tax Returns: Filing for individuals who enter or leave the US mid-year.
Nonresident Tax Filings: Preparing 1040-NR returns for nonresidents with US income.
Treaty-Based Tax Planning: Leveraging tax treaties to reduce withholding and avoid double taxation.
Foreign Business Ownership Reporting: Compliance with Forms 5471, 5472, 8621, 8858, 8865 and other international information returns.
Foreign Trust Reporting: Preparing and filing Forms 3520 and 3520-A to report ownership or transactions with foreign trusts.
Gift & Inheritance From Abroad: Reporting and planning for receiving foreign gifts or inheritances.
Complex International Tax: Reporting and planning for Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI) and Subpart F income.

Navigating International Taxes? We Can Help.

info@tscpatax.com

Phone

(832) 304-9959