International

Navigate global complexity with confidence.

International tax is where compliance failures are most costly and planning opportunities most overlooked. Whether you're an expat, a foreign national, or a business with cross-border operations — we've done this before, and we'll get it right.

Key Challenges

We understand what keeps international businesses up at night.

01

Foreign Income & the FEIE

U.S. citizens living abroad may qualify to exclude up to $126,500 of foreign earned income annually — but the bona fide residence and physical presence tests are frequently misapplied. We get it right.

02

FBAR & FATCA Reporting

Foreign bank accounts, financial interests, and assets above certain thresholds carry mandatory disclosure requirements with severe non-compliance penalties. We handle FBAR and Form 8938 filing as part of your return.

03

Foreign Tax Credits

Taxes paid to foreign governments can often be credited against your U.S. liability. The interplay between the FTC and FEIE is nuanced — we optimize which strategy benefits you most.

04

U.S. Businesses with Foreign Operations

Controlled foreign corporations, GILTI inclusions, and transfer pricing rules create significant compliance obligations for U.S. businesses operating abroad. We navigate the reporting and minimize your exposure.

What We Provide

Services built for international.

01U.S. expat tax preparation
02Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (Form 2555)
03FBAR filing (FinCEN 114)
04FATCA compliance (Form 8938)
05Foreign tax credit optimization
06Controlled foreign corporation reporting (Form 5471)
07GILTI analysis and planning
08Dual-status and nonresident alien returns (Form 1040-NR)

Ready to work with a team that knows your industry?

Schedule a free consultation and see how Alexander & Associates can simplify your books and minimize your tax burden.