Got citizenship in two (or more) countries? You’re not just a global citizen — you’re a tax puzzle with moving parts across borders. The good news: dual citizenship doesn’t mean double taxes. With the right strategy, you can legally minimize liabilities, avoid penalties, and keep more of what you earn — no matter where you live, work, or invest.
Expat Connect Services connects you to a vetted global network of cross-border tax accountants, treaty specialists, and compliance experts who’ve optimized structures for dual citizens in 190+ countries. We don’t guess. We don’t use templates. We build personalized, compliant tax plans based on your passports, income sources, assets, and residency goals.
No country bias. No generic advice. Just real-world strategies that work under current laws, wherever your life takes you.
Who Needs Dual-Citizen Tax Planning?
| Your Profile | Key Tax Risk | Our Solution |
| US + Another Citizenship | Worldwide income taxed by IRS (even abroad) | Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, Foreign Tax Credits, treaty relief |
| EU National + Non-EU Passport | CRS reporting + exit tax traps | Territorial tax optimization, NHR (Portugal), remittance basis (UK) |
| Canadian + Caribbean/LATAM | Deemed disposition on emigration | Pre-move planning, trusts, step-up basis |
| Indian + OECD Country | POEM rules, GAAR scrutiny | Controlled Foreign Corporation (CFC) structuring, DTAAs |
| South African + UK/Australia | CEAS + CGT on worldwide assets | Expat tax regime elections, double-tax treaty claims |
| Any Dual Citizen with Investments | FATCA + CRS double-reporting | Consolidated reporting, tax residency certificates |
Any combination of passports. Any income type. Pensions, remote work, dividends, crypto, real estate, trusts — we’ve seen it all.
Core Dual-Citizen Tax Strategies — Worldwide
1. Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs): Your Legal Shield
Over 3,000 bilateral tax treaties prevent the same income from being taxed twice.
- How It Works: One country gives a tax credit or exemption for taxes paid in the other
- Common Relief: Pensions, dividends, capital gains, salaries
- Top Treaty Hubs: Netherlands, Switzerland, Singapore, UAE, Cyprus
Our Role: Treaty specialists map your income streams to the most favorable DTA clause, file claims, and secure tax residency certificates to prove eligibility.
2. Tax Residency Optimization: Choose Where You’re Taxed
Dual citizens can often pick their primary tax home — even if they hold two passports.
| Strategy | Best For | Outcome |
| Territorial Tax Systems | Foreign income earners | Only local income taxed (30+ countries) |
| Non-Dom / Remittance Basis | UK, Ireland, Malta | Foreign income taxed only if brought in |
| Expat Regimes | Portugal NHR, Italy Flat Tax, Greece | 7–10 years of reduced rates |
| Tie-Breaker Rules (DTAs) | Conflicting residency claims | Official ruling on your tax home |
Our Role: Advisors analyze your 183-day rule, economic ties, and family location to certify your tax residency in the lowest-burden jurisdiction.
3. US Citizens Abroad: Tame the IRS Beast
The US is one of two countries taxing worldwide income — regardless of where you live.
- Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE): Exclude up to $130,000+ (2025) of salary
- Foreign Tax Credit (FTC): Offset US tax with foreign taxes paid
- FBAR + Form 8938: Avoid $10K+ penalties with compliant reporting
- Streamlined Disclosure: Fix past non-filing without fines
Our Role: US-expat CPAs file every form, claim every credit, and structure income to stay under IRS radar — legally.
4. Exit & Entry Tax Planning
Moving between citizenships? Watch for:
- Exit Taxes: US, Canada, Australia, Germany
- Step-Up in Basis: Reset asset values on immigration
- Wealth Taxes: Spain, France, Colombia
Our Role: Pre-move structuring using trusts, holding companies, or gifting to preserve wealth across borders.
5. Crypto, Trusts & Offshore Assets
Dual citizens with complex holdings need extra layers:
- Crypto Taxation: Varies from 0% (UAE, El Salvador) to 45%+
- Offshore Trusts: Asset protection + deferred tax (Cook Islands, Belize)
- CFC Rules: Prevent tax avoidance via foreign companies
Our Role: Blockchain-savvy tax lawyers ensure full compliance while minimizing effective rates.
Why Expat Connect Services for Dual-Citizen Taxes?
| Feature | What You Get |
| 190+ Country Coverage | DTAs, local rules, reporting thresholds |
| Vetted Specialists | CPAs, EAs, treaty lawyers with 10–20+ years |
| No Commissions | Direct expert access — no middlemen |
| 48-Hour Matching | Share passports + income → tailored plan |
| Success Rate | 100% compliant filings (3,200+ dual-citizen cases) |
We don’t just file taxes — we design your global financial life. Want to pay 0% on foreign dividends? Live in a territorial tax country? Renounce safely? We make it happen.
Ready to stop overpaying and start optimizing?
Tell us:
- Your two (or more) citizenships
- Your income sources (salary, pension, investments, crypto)
- Where you live and plan to live
We’ll match you with your personal dual-citizen tax strategist within 48 hours.
Your money. Your rules. Worldwide.