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Self-preparation tax software often misses foreign reporting requirements like FBAR, Form 8938, and PFIC reporting. Large online firms handle high volumes, which limits review depth.
Missed FBAR or Form 8938 filings can lead to $10,000+ penalties per account.
Incorrect use of Form 2555 or 1116 can result in double taxation on foreign income.
Non-specialized accountants often overlook PFICs, FBAR/FATCA, foreign companies and GILTI rules.
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Here’s why expats worldwide rely on us year after year.
Every return reviewed by U.S. licensed professionals with 10+ years of expat experience.
Returns from $395, no hourly billing, no upsells
Every IRS form, credit, and exclusion handled accurately the first time
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Americans abroad rely on us from Singapore to Spain, year after year.
See how clients from around the world found peace of mind filing their U.S. taxes with Zisman US Tax.
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Start your U.S. tax return in minutes – no credit card required.
Create your secure account and begin your step-by-step organizer. It guides you through everything we need to prepare your return accurately.
Your dedicated CPA/EA reviews your organizer, answers your questions, and ensures your tax situation is handled correctly.
We handle everything - review, prepare, and file your return. You sign electronically on desktop or mobile.
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Together, we’ve helped 1,000+ Americans abroad file accurately and stress-free.
Prepared by senior U.S.-licensed CPAS & EAs - never outsourced. Wherever you
live, your return is handled by an expert who understands expat life.
Trusted by Americans in 50+ Countries
We file returns for nomads and employees worldwide – avoiding common expat filing mistakes
We help families maximize credits and navigate multi-country rules — saving time and money.
Equity compensation, RSUs, and multi-country taxation handled correctly by senior experts.
Social security, pensions, and foreign income planning done right.
Sole props, freelancers, and business owners — accurate filings across borders.
Form 1040 with standard expat forms and schedules, as applicable - including Form 2555 (FEIE) and/or Form 1116 (Foreign Tax Credit)
up to 5 accounts
up to 5 assets
State income tax return for 1 U.S. state (if required).
We also handle advanced and complex filings, including PFIC reporting (Form 8621), foreign corporations (Form 5471), foreign partnerships (Form 8865), foreign trusts (Forms 3520 / 3520-A), and U.S. business returns. See full pricing for details.
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Do I need to file U.S. taxes if I live abroad?
Yes - U.S. citizens and green card holders must file worldwide income regardless of where they live. Our experts help you stay compliant and avoid double taxation.
What is the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (Form 2555)?
Form 2555 allows qualifying expats to exclude up to $130,000 (2025) of foreign income from U.S. taxes if they meet residency or physical presence tests.
How do I claim Foreign Tax Credits (Form 1116)?
Form 1116 gives you a credit for taxes paid abroad, reducing or eliminating U.S. tax on the same income - we prepare it to ensure no double taxation.
Do I need to file FBAR or FATCA (Form 8938)?
1) FBAR (FinCEN Form 114)
You must file an FBAR if the combined maximum value of all your foreign financial accounts exceeded $10,000 at any point during the year.
This includes bank accounts, savings accounts, investment accounts, foreign pension accounts, and certain online wallets held outside the U.S.
The $10,000 threshold is total across all accounts, not per account.
Example:
If Account A reached $6,000 in March and Account B reached $5,000 in September → FBAR required.
The IRS looks at each account’s maximum annual value and then adds those maximums together.
2) FATCA - Form 8938 (Statement of Specified Foreign Financial Assets)
Form 8938 is separate from the FBAR and has much higher thresholds. It is filed together with your tax return (Form 1040).
The filing requirement depends on where you live and your filing status:
If you live outside the U.S. :
Single or Married Filing Separately
Over $200,000 on the last day of the year OR
Over $300,000 at any point during the year
Married Filing Jointly
Over $400,000 on the last day of the year OR
Over $600,000 at any point during the year
If you live inside the U.S. :
Single or Married Filing Separately
Over $50,000 on the last day OR
Over $75,000 at any point
Married Filing Jointly
Over $100,000 on the last day OR
Over $150,000 at any point
What happens if I haven’t filed in years?
You can catch up penalty-free using the IRS Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures. We specialize in these cases and handle everything start to finish.
What’s included in the $395 flat fee?
Full preparation and filing of your U.S. expat return (Form 1040 + Form 2555 + Form 1116 + Schedules B–E), reviewed by a licensed U.S. tax expert. No hidden fees.
How secure is your online portal?
We use bank-level SSL encryption and GDPR-compliant systems to keep your documents and data fully secure.
Can I speak to someone before I start?
Yes - you can schedule a free 15-minute introduction call to discuss your situation and ask questions.
Schedule a free introduction call with our expat support team.
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We recently changed to Zisman tax and they are so much better and cheaper than our previous service. Idan was really thorough and explained in depth any issues that came up. The experience was easy, and it gives you peace of mind to know you are doing it correctly.
John H.
Lao P.D.R.
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I am very pleased with the services provided by Zisman US Tax Services. Communication, pricing and services performed were all top-notch. I would highly recommend.
Will L.
Switzerland
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Zisman US Tax Services was really a pleasure to work with. They were very professional and organized, and made the filing process as stress-free as possible. I'll definitely be working with them again next year!
Scot E.
Spain
Google Review
Zisman has been a huge help in getting my taxes sorted while living abroad. They are quick to respond and attentive to all my questions. The process that they use is easy to follow and they help with every step of the way. I will continue to use them year after year and only appreciate them more each time I work with them. I don't say lightly that they have been outstanding.
Meg H.
Netherlands
Google Review
Zisman tax services is a great service. I live in the UK and used them to catch up through the Streamline Compliance Procedure. They have a great secure online system and you speak to a person one-to-one so it is clear what to do. They were really efficient and quick to get back to me with each step. I will use them again in the future.
Katie C.
U.K.
Google Review
Daria has been amazing. I'm preparing to move to Panamá from the US while working remotely for a US company and likely have some Panamá source income as well. I had a consulting session with Daria and sent three dozen questions ahead of time. She answered every question thoroughly and explained everything that wasn't clear from reading the regulations alone.
Samuel N.
Panama
Google Review
Great service! Thorough, trustworthy, quick, they explain everything, I am really happy with Zisman. Thanks!
Susan B.
Italy
Google Review
Nina and Idan were extremely helpful and easy to work with. They answered all of my questions and explained everything in detail, and were always available by phone or email. I highly recommend their service, and will continue to file my taxes through Zisman in the future.
Rick
Kuwait
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Fantastic services, attentive and knowledgeable professionals. Been doing my taxes with them for years and I fully trust their expertise.
Maria S.
Panama
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U.S. individual return incl. FEIE, FTC, and all standard schedules.
Return for non-resident aliens with U.S.-source income.
State income tax return for 1 U.S. state (if required).
Combination 1040 + 1040NR for part-year residents / arrivals / departures.
3 prior-year 1040s + 6 FBARs + non-willful certification.
Report of foreign bank accounts (up to 5).
Foreign financial assets (up to 5).
Passive Foreign Investment Companies.
Trusts, foreign gifts and inheritances.
Annual information return for foreign trusts.
Exit-tax calculation and expatriation compliance.
Controlled foreign corporations; includes Subpart F & basic GILTI.
Foreign partnerships; includes up to two K-1s.
Foreign single-member LLCs / branches.
Related-party transaction disclosure for U.S. corporations.
Annual reporting for single-member LLCs owned by a non-U.S. person.
Check-the-box election for entity classification.
Includes up to two K-1s.
Includes basis schedules, K-1s, and health-insurance reporting.
U.S. or foreign corporation tax return.
GILTI worksheet and computation.
Tax-benefit modeling and compliance statement.
Phone / Zoom with senior advisor.
Reply letters, substantiation, and IRS representation.
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Zisman US Tax provided amazing service! They completed my tax return efficiently, kept me informed throughout, and finished it on time.
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