A wise man once said, “east or west, home is best”. Is it possible however, to feel at home away from home? For Australians planning to move abroad, there are several financial decisions that can be made to ensure they have the most beneficial stay …
Taxes for Australians living in Bali
If you’re an Aussie expat living in Bali, you may be well aware of the fact that taxes for Australians living in Bali and your tax obligations generally, are a little complex. Indeed, many expats mistakenly believe that they are exempt from Indonesian taxes or …
Tax Issues – Moving to Australia from the US?
Latest Update: 5th December 2019 – Unfortunately today the Federal Government passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (Reducing Pressure on Housing Affordability Measures) Bill 2019 into law without amendment, resulting in the scrapping of the main residence exemption for non-resident Australian expats. To read more about …
Aussies are racing to file their tax returns – but should expats hold off?
It’s tax season and the rush is most definitely on to get tax returns done and dusted. There are reports that at least 650,0000 people down under have already sent their tax returns into the ATO, a spike in numbers we don’t usually see this …
The 6 year temporary absence rule – what’s happened?
Latest Update: 5th December 2019 – Unfortunately today the Federal Government passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (Reducing Pressure on Housing Affordability Measures) Bill 2019 into law without amendment, resulting in the scrapping of the main residence exemption for non-resident Australian expats. To read more about …
Queensland’s new absentee land tax rules set to favour Aussie expats
In Australia, absentee landowners are taxed with similar rates as trustees and companies. Unlike individual resident owners, they pay a higher rate of taxation and a lower starting threshold. The good news is that the absentee land tax rules are about to change in favour …
2019 tax returns for Australian Expats
It’s tax time 2019 for Australian expats. Wondering whether you are a resident for Australian tax purposes whilst you’re overseas? Need your Australian tax return prepared? If so then look no further because here at <a href=”https://www.expattaxes.com.au>Expat Taxes, not only do we know all about …
Tax audit insurance for expats – what is it and why do I need it?
Tax audit insurance – being targeted in the gunsight’s of the Australian Taxation Office audit division, can be a costly and time consuming affair. So taking out a tax audit insurance policy for peace of mind, to protect you from the high, unexpected costs of …
Thailand tax brief for Australian expats
Known as the “Land of Smiles”, Thailand is fast becoming a preferred destination for Aussie expats to live and work. This idyllic, diverse country offers a unique blend of traditional and modern. You can see this by the way Thailand looks toward the future, while …
Top 4 US tax issues for Australian expats
As an expat moving to the US, there are countless things to consider, including: insurance, employment, housing, a good school for the kids and more. However, one of the most important considerations that is often forgotten – taxation laws, and more specifically, the US tax …











