The piece argues that Trump administration statements favoring a weaker US dollar represent an intentional policy shift rather than an incidental outcome. It contends that holders of dollar-denominated savings, stocks, and business assets face increased currency risk as a result.
A speaker at the 2026 US Expats Financial Conference addressed international currency transfer considerations and strategies relevant to US expats. The session covered approaches for managing cross-border money transfers.
More people left the United States than arrived in 2025 for the first time since 1957, with an estimated 2.2 million departures including 180,000 citizens. Annual citizenship renunciations rose from under 400 before 2009 to 4,820 in 2024.
An overview of tax-saving strategies available to American expat entrepreneurs in 2026, covering approaches relevant to US citizens living abroad.
Form 1040-X is used to amend a previously filed U.S. tax return and can address errors such as missed foreign income, incorrect exclusions, or omitted overseas account reporting forms. U.S. citizens living abroad commonly need amendments due to multiple tax systems, delayed foreign documents, or unfamiliar reporting requirements.
The US dollar has fallen against most major currencies over the past year, with some declines described as significant. Holding real estate denominated in foreign currencies is presented as one approach to hedge against ongoing dollar erosion.
An analysis applies academic frameworks, including Peter Spiro's legal history of dual nationality and Yossi Harpaz's concept of compensatory citizenship, to interpret the growing trend of American nationals acquiring second citizenships and residencies. The piece examines why individuals from a historically dominant nationality are adopting strategies previously associated with citizens of less advantaged states.
U.S. citizens living abroad who receive payments through platforms like PayPal, Stripe, or online marketplaces may receive IRS Form 1099-K, which reports total transaction volume rather than net profit or actual tax owed. The distinction between gross transactions and taxable income is relevant when filing U.S. taxes as an expat.
The US will revoke passports of parents owing child support, starting with approximately 2,700 holders owing $100,000 or more. A broader phase covering arrears above $2,500 will follow.
DHS has issued an interim final rule formalizing USCIS authority to reject or deny immigration benefit requests that contain invalid signatures. The rule applies even after a filing has been accepted, meaning cases can be denied at any stage if a signature deficiency is identified.
US citizens living abroad who receive cryptocurrency as income are still subject to US tax reporting obligations. Crypto payments must be reported as income based on fair market value at the time of receipt.
Panama is described as a retirement destination for US expats, citing lower cost of living, stable economy, healthcare access, and an established expat community. The guide covers practical considerations including lifestyle, infrastructure, and financial factors relevant to Americans relocating there.
The Department of Homeland Security has proposed raising the filing fee for Form I-246, Application for a Stay of Deportation or Removal, from $155 to $755. This would be the first fee adjustment since 1989 if the rule is finalized.
New internal USCIS guidance instructs immigration officers not to approve any application that has not completed expanded FBI background checks. The requirement applies to pending applications involving fingerprint submission, including naturalization, permanent residency, and family-based sponsorship petitions.
U.S. persons must file an FBAR if the combined value of all foreign financial accounts exceeded $10,000 at any point during the calendar year, even if no individual account crossed that threshold alone. The requirement applies to Americans living abroad who hold foreign bank or financial accounts.
US citizens and residents who are self-employed abroad may be required to file Schedule SE to calculate self-employment tax, even if their income tax liability is reduced to zero through exclusions or credits. This obligation applies to freelancers, consultants, and others earning business income while living outside the US.
A U.S. District Court for the Southern District issued a stay on May 1, 2026, blocking the termination of Yemen's Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation, which had been scheduled to end on May 4, 2026. The termination had been ordered by the Secretary of Homeland Security, who determined Yemen no longer met the conditions for TPS designation.
IRS Schedule 1 is the tax form used to report additional income such as freelance earnings, gig work, and side income, and it attaches to Form 1040. Taxpayers with self-employment or non-wage income are typically required to complete this form.
Missing the US federal tax filing deadline has different consequences depending on whether a refund is owed or taxes are due. Unpaid federal income tax accrues penalties and interest the longer it remains outstanding, while those owed a refund face fewer immediate consequences.
Recent enforcement and policy changes to Form I-9 have raised the compliance burden for US employers. Errors or oversights in employment eligibility verification now carry greater risk than before.
The US Department of State has published the May 2026 Visa Bulletin, with USCIS confirming that employment-based applicants must use the Final Action Dates chart. No meaningful movement is reported across employment-based categories, representing a pause after several months of advancement.
Beginning in 2026, the IRS will automatically grant the First-Time Abatement waiver, removing the need for taxpayers to request relief from failure-to-pay and failure-to-deposit penalties. The waiver applies to eligible taxpayers who meet specific criteria and have no prior penalty history.
The US House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation to restore funding for the Department of Homeland Security, ending the agency's longest shutdown on record. The bill, which funds agencies including the Transportation Security Administration, has been sent to President Trump for signature.
USCIS has received sufficient petitions to fill the second allocation of 27,736 returning worker H-2B visas for FY 2026, covering employment start dates from April 1 through April 30. No further petitions will be accepted under this allocation.
An interim final rule effective May 29, 2026 implements immigration fees from the H.R. 1 Reconciliation Act of 2025, including an Annual Asylum Fee. Asylum seekers who do not pay the fee within 30 days face specified consequences under the new rule.
A guide covering what US green cards are, who qualifies for them, and how they function as a form of lawful permanent residency. The resource addresses common questions about the green card process for immigrants and Americans abroad.