Self-Employment Tax Deductions for U.S. Expats
U.S. citizens working self-employed abroad are still required to report business income on their U.S. tax return. Various deductions and credits may be available to reduce the resulting tax liability.
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U.S. citizens working self-employed abroad are still required to report business income on their U.S. tax return. Various deductions and credits may be available to reduce the resulting tax liability.
A trend is reported of wealthy Americans obtaining second and third passports through investment and residency programs, treating them as high-value assets. The Daily Tribune article includes commentary from a citizenship-by-investment industry executive on the motivations behind this behavior.
Victoria Pearce, who relocated from the US to the UK after age 40, discusses her experience of moving abroad later in life. The conversation covers personal aspects of the transition.
U.S. persons who receive gifts or inheritances from foreign individuals above certain thresholds are required to file Form 3520 with the IRS. Failure to file can result in significant penalties.
Panama has over 54 licensed banks operating as international, private, and offshore institutions, supported by a dollarized economy. The country is considered one of the major international banking centers in Latin America.
A community member argues that waiting for the ideal moment to travel is counterproductive and that there is no objectively perfect time to begin. The piece reflects on personal experiences with travel timing, solo versus group travel, and life on the road.
Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan are discussed as emerging relocation and investment destinations, covering topics such as Kazakhstan's reported $300K golden visa, Uzbekistan's real estate-to-residency pathway, and Kyrgyzstan's positioning as a low-cost alternative. The video frames these countries as secondary or contingency options rather than primary relocation choices.
A video outlines three lesser-known countries presented as options for obtaining a secondary residency as part of a contingency plan. No specific countries are named in the available excerpt beyond UAE, Paraguay, and Serbia as general examples of the presenter's work.
The video argues that residence and citizenship program prices historically increase and programs disappear, making early acquisition advantageous. Recent geopolitical instability is cited as a reason to obtain second passports sooner rather than later.
Panama's education system is divided into four stages: preschool (ages 4–5), primary school (ages 6–12), pre-media (ages 12–15), and secondary school (ages 15–18). The school year runs from early March to mid-December, split into three trimesters, with a summer break in January and February.
A video discusses where expatriates departing Dubai are choosing to relocate. No specific destination data or policy changes are detailed in the available excerpt.
The São Tomé and Príncipe passport provides visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 93 countries as of 2026, including 24 countries with full visa-free entry. Access destinations are categorized by location and entry privilege type.
Foreign nationals can register a business in Panama without local partners or residency, retaining 100% ownership. The process involves choosing a business structure, registering the company, and obtaining a Notice of Operation and commercial license.
US citizens living in countries with no income tax, such as the UAE, the Bahamas, and the Cayman Islands, remain subject to US taxation regardless of residency. Moving to a zero-tax country does not eliminate IRS obligations for American expats.
A commentator argues that conflict involving Iran could drive changes in citizenship-by-investment pricing and geopolitical filtering of Western passport holders. The piece speculates that governments may also increase restrictions on citizens seeking to leave their home countries.
The annual H-1B visa lottery is proceeding for the first time under new Trump administration rules that require sponsoring companies to pay a $100,000 fee for successful petitions. The changes represent a significant cost increase for employers sponsoring highly skilled foreign workers.
Effective May 18, 2026, the US embassies in Juba, Kinshasa, and Kampala have temporarily suspended all visa services, including immigrant and nonimmigrant visa applications, citing an ongoing Ebola outbreak. Both tourist and business visa processing are affected at all three locations.
The US Department of Labor's Office of Foreign Labor Certification issued guidance on May 14, 2026, clarifying that employers hiring foreign workers for commercial motor vehicle roles must comply with existing English language proficiency requirements. The guidance aims to ensure consistency in labor certification processes for these positions.
Ireland's Immigration Service Delivery (ISD) will no longer send acknowledgements for documents or letters received by post, including additional documents and application progress queries. Submitted documents will still be added to the applicant's file and considered during assessment.
Effective March 1, 2026, Global Affairs Canada ceased conducting completeness checks for proof of citizenship applications submitted from outside Canada and the United States. IRCC updated its operational instructions for officers on May 15, 2026 to reflect this reduced role.
US visa wait times have decreased and a FIFA Pass expedited appointment program is in place as the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches. These measures are intended to facilitate international visitor entry into the United States for the tournament.
Brazil published a regulation on May 7, 2026, allowing Chinese citizens to enter without a visa for short-term stays. The exemption took effect on May 11, 2026, and is valid until December 31, 2026.
The Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) has introduced procedural changes affecting highly skilled migrants and their family members, including a simplified MVV visa collection process following permit approval. Additional flexibility measures for international talent and dependents have also been announced.
Hiran Chohan shares views on investment migration, citing human motivations such as security, freedom, and family protection as drivers that persist despite political headwinds.
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.
Approximately 500 golden visa holders are preparing a collective legal action against Portugal, with plans to exhaust the Portuguese legal system before pursuing options at the European level.
Athens offers the highest gross rental yield at 5.43% for Golden Visa properties, though returns vary when accounting for investment thresholds, short-term rental restrictions, and recent tax reforms. Yields differ across Greek regions depending on these regulatory and tax factors.
US citizens retiring in Spain must navigate legal residency requirements, Spanish and US tax rules, and varying costs of living. The article covers visa options, healthcare access, and tax considerations relevant to long-term relocation.
A May 2026 finance roundup covers Spanish mortgage overcharging claims, shifts in Dubai's expat environment, UK pension comparisons, and relocation incentive programs across Europe.
Latitude Group has merged with Vertex Alliance, expanding its advisory services for internationally mobile individuals and institutions. The Vertex Alliance team is now operating within the Latitude Group structure.