Form W-8BEN explained for UK residents: who must use it, the US–UK treaty withholding rates, validity, foreign TIN rules, and why US citizens in the UK use Form W-9 instead.
Form W-8BEN for UK Residents: Who Needs It, Treaty Rates and Why Americans Must Use W-9 Read More »
Complete guide to IRS Form 5471 for US expats with UK limited companies. Covers filing categories, CFC rules, Subpart F income, GILTI, penalties, and catch-up procedures.
Form 5471: A Complete Guide for US Expats with UK Companies Read More »
Moving to the UK as a US citizen triggers ongoing US filing obligations — and new UK tax rules. This 2026 guide covers what to do before you move, FIG exemption, FEIE vs FTC choice, avoiding ISA and PFIC traps, UK pension treatment, property taxes, and your complete annual US filing checklist.
US Citizen Moving to the UK: Complete Tax Guide for 2026 Read More »
Every US tax deadline for 2026 that American expats in the UK need to know: June 15 automatic extension, October 15 FBAR final deadline, Form 4868, foreign corporation reports, and UK Self Assessment dates — all in one complete calendar.
US Expat Tax Deadlines 2026: Complete Calendar for Americans in the UK Read More »
UK pensions are not automatically tax-deferred under US law. This 2026 guide covers US-UK Treaty Article 17 protection, Form 8833, FBAR/FATCA pension reporting, SIPP PFIC risk, the 25% tax-free lump sum for US persons, and UK State Pension treatment.
UK Pension and US Tax: What Every American Expat in the UK Must Know (2026) Read More »
FEIE vs Foreign Tax Credit: a complete 2026 comparison for US expats in the UK. FTC wins in most cases — it preserves IRA contributions, covers investment income, and generates carry-forwards. Learn the 10 key factors with a worked salary example.
FEIE vs Foreign Tax Credit: Which Should US Expats in the UK Choose in 2026? Read More »
A comprehensive guide to the IRS Streamlined Foreign Offshore Procedures (SFOP) for US expats living in the UK. Learn eligibility, required documents, step-by-step process, and common mistakes to avoid.
IRS Streamlined Filing Procedures 2026: Complete Guide for US Expats in the UK Read More »
Complete guide to FBAR filing requirements for US expats in the UK. Who must file, which accounts, 2026 deadlines, penalties, and how to catch up on missed filings.
FBAR Filing Requirements for US Expats: What You Need to Know Read More »
