A new U.S. remittance tax enacted into law applies starting in 2026 to certain transfers of money sent abroad, including transfers used to support family or move funds across borders. The final law is reported to be narrower in scope than earlier legislative proposals.
A session at the 2026 US Expats Financial Conference covers proactive tax planning strategies for Americans abroad, moving beyond basic compliance. The talk is presented by the founder of Tax Samaritan.
A July 2026 roundup covers updates on tax and financial reporting requirements for expats, UK pension policy changes, and childcare credits available to grandparents living abroad.
Bermuda has no personal income tax, capital gains tax, VAT, or inheritance tax. Government revenue is raised through payroll tax, customs duties, and other indirect levies.
Greece offers foreign retirees a flat 7% tax rate on foreign-sourced income for up to 15 years under its retirement tax regime.
The IRS removed its Delinquent FBAR Submission Procedures webpage on July 1, 2026, without issuing a formal announcement or explanation. The procedure had provided a path for taxpayers to submit late FBAR filings without penalty under certain conditions.
A small number of jurisdictions remain outside the Common Reporting Standard's automatic exchange of financial information. The article identifies these countries and outlines residency or citizenship pathways available in each.
USCIS has opened a new Atlanta Asylum Office to handle affirmative asylum interviews for applicants in Georgia and Alabama. Starting July 8, 2026, applicants under this office's jurisdiction will be scheduled at one of three interview locations.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has released a 358-page proposed rule for the EB-5 investor visa program, establishing a $1.4 million investment tier, a two-year capital commitment requirement, and a sanctions enforcement regime for regional centers.