Visa Guides for U.S. Expats
Understand the U.S. tax implications of retirement visas, digital nomad visas, and other residency programs before you apply.
Retirement Visas for U.S. Expats: Country Comparison & Tax Guide
Compare retirement visa programs in Ecuador, Mexico, Portugal, Spain, and Thailand. Learn the tax implications, residency requirements, and how each visa affects your U.S. tax filing.
Digital Nomad Visas for Remote Workers: Tax Implications & Filing Guide
Compare digital nomad visa programs in Portugal, Spain, Costa Rica, and Estonia. Learn how remote work visas affect your U.S. tax obligations, FEIE eligibility, and self-employment tax.
Why Visa Type Matters for U.S. Taxes
The visa you hold affects your U.S. tax obligations in several ways: it determines whether you can pass the Bona Fide Residence Test for the FEIE; it affects your host-country tax residency status and filing obligations; it influences whether a Totalization Agreement applies to your self-employment tax; and it may impact your ability to open local bank accounts, which in turn triggers FBAR and FATCA reporting requirements. Before applying for any visa, model the full tax picture for your target country.
Not Sure Which Visa Is Right for You?
FileAbroad provides pre-move tax consultations to help you choose the visa and country combination that minimizes your total tax burden — U.S. and foreign.