2020 Pandemic and Taxes
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the US government is sending checks of $1,200 or more to US citizens (including Americans abroad) who fall within certain requirements (see below). You can also receive an additional $500 if you have qualifying children. Here’s what else we know about the 2020 pandemic and taxes for US expats.
Qualify for the US Stimulus Check
To qualify for receiving the Stimulus check:
- You filed a 2018/2019 US tax return to the IRS
- Are not dependent of another taxpayer
- Have a Social Security number
- Have adjusted gross income up to: $75,000 for individuals, $112,500 for head of household filers, and $150,000 for married couples filing joint returns
Want more information on how to get the Stimulus Check? Read this blog.
Need to know your Stimulus check status? Visit this IRS page here.
Owing and Filing US Taxes
Due to COVID-19, there was a one time special filing and payment extension for all taxpayers (at home and abroad) to July 15th, 2020 for 2019 taxes. Additionally you could file for a free tax extension (Form 4868) at MyExpatTaxes for the October 15 deadline, or file an extension for the December 15 deadline.
For more information on the 2020 pandemic and taxes for US expats please see this post here.
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