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Home » U.S. Expatriate Taxes » It's My First Year Abroad; How Should I File Back Home, and How do I get an Extension?
It’s My First Year Abroad; How Should I File Back Home, and How do I get an Extension?
Q: This is my first year abroad and I have been away since April 2009. I was a resident of Oregon in the beginning of 2008 then California as of May 2008. What do i need to do/know to file taxes? Do I automatically get the extension for filing or do i need to file by April 15th since its my first year?
A: From your email it looks like you will need to file Part Year Resident returns in both states. It would depend on income generated in each state, if any, etc.
All US citizens are required to report their worldwide income to the IRS on their tax return. The two primary forms required for expat returns, in addition to the usual Form 1040, etc., are Form 2555 (PDF) – Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (instructions) and Form 1116 (PDF) – Foreign Tax Credit (instructions).
Yes, you get automatic a 2 month extension until June 15th. However, if you want to extend until October you will need to file for extension by April 15th. Make sure to check with each state to see if they accept the federal extension or whether you need to file an extension with the state as well. Filing an extension is never a bad idea for expats—gives you time to decide what you are going to do.
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