MyExpatTaxes: Honest Review (2025)

MyExpatTaxes is one of the few software programs designed specifically for U.S. taxpayers living overseas. Many commentators on digital nomad and expat forums recommend the company’s product for its ease of use and reliability, but is it really worth the hype?

In this deep dive review, we’ll take a closer look at MyExpatTaxes to see if it truly lives up to our high expectations. We’ll explore its features, pricing, ease of use, and customer support, as well as compare it to other tax software options for expats. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of whether MyExpatTaxes is the right choice for your specific tax situation.

✅Price	Annual payment of $169 to $529 for the three core packages; free trial available for the base version.
✅Ease of use	Very straightforward. Initial setup takes one minute. Layout is intuitive, and the user-friendly filing process avoids complicated tax jargon.
✅Key features	FEIE, FTC, FBAR filing, state taxes, Schedule K, corporate forms (8858, 5471, 8865, 8814, etc.)
✅Rating	4.7 out of 5 on Trustpilot.

Pricing

MyExpatTaxes offers three main software packages. The major differences between the three options revolve around 1) the number of supported tax forms, and 2) how much personalized support you receive from accounting professionals. 

On its face, MyExpatTaxes is more expensive than competing tax software for nomads. However, because these higher fees often support more forms, value for the money can be better than alternatives. 

• Base plan: the $169 entry-level package is designed for “do-it-yourself” users with more basic tax needs. Although professional support is limited, the Base plan includes more forms than competitors’ entry-level plans. It does not include Schedule K and many corporate forms. 

• Reviewed: the $299 Reviewed package offers everything included in the Base plan, plus review and signoff by a tax professional. State tax filing costs $59 vs. $139 on the Base plan, and Form 8621 costs $59 vs. $139 on the Base plan. A maximum of three Schedule Ks are included, but not corporate forms. 

• Premium: the $529 Premium package includes everything in the first two tiers, plus personalized guidance from a tax professional. State tax filing and Form 8621 are both included in the fee, as well as six Schedule Ks. Corporate forms such as 8858, 5471, 8865, and 8814 are included on the Premium plan. 

	Base	Reviewed	Premium
Cost	$169	$299	$549
State filing	$139	$59	Included
Support	basic user support	review by tax professional	full tax pro guidance
Current Year Tax Amendment	❌	✅	✅
Form 114 & 8938 – Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR)	✅	✅	✅
Form 2555 – Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE)	✅	✅	✅
Form 1116 – Foreign Tax Credit	✅	✅	✅
Form 8833 – Treaty-Based Return Position Disclosure	✅	✅	✅
Form 8621 – Information Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company (PFIC) or Qualified Electing Fund	$139	$59	One included
Schedule C – Profit or Loss from Business	✅	✅	✅
Schedule K-1 – Partnership Trust, or Estate Income	❌	Max of 3	Max of 6
Corporate Forms (8858, 5471, 8865, 8814, etc.)	❌	❌	✅

• For users that haven’t filed within the last three years and need to catch up, MyExpatTaxes offers a special Streamlining package for $829. This tier covers up to four years of federal tax returns and up to six years of FBAR filings. Due to the complexity of these situations, Streamlined users receive full professional support. 

Form pricing

For forms not included in the three core packages, MyExpatTaxes offers additional support on an à la carte basis. 

• FBAR: $59 per filing. 
• Form 3520: $329
• Form 709: $279
• 8854 Exit Form: $119

Using MyExpatTaxes

Getting started

You can access MyExpatTaxes via any internet browser; no downloads are necessary. We like that registration takes only a minute via email, and you can start using the software immediately without entering any payment information. MyExpatTaxes saves your progress as you go, and you only need to pay when you’re ready to file your return. 

Filling out returns

The software’s guided walkthrough makes it easy to complete your returns, even if you know nothing about taxes. Through a series of questions about your income, assets, and other financial matters, MyExpatTaxes will do all the heavy lifting without bogging you down in any complicated tax jargon. The software automatically determines your eligibility for key tax breaks like the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion by asking you questions about your travel dates and living situation, saving you from making that judgement on your own. 

We like that you can jump around to different sections, and come back to skipped questions later. You can upgrade the software to one of the various paid packages at any point in the process. 

Customer support

Like other tax software, MyExpatTaxes is largely a “do-it-yourself” product. Technical support is limited to email and live chat. On higher-tier plans, users can video chat with a tax professional for personalized advice and support. 

Features

FBAR filing

One feature that separates MyExpatTaxes from other tax software is its built-in FBAR filing tool. Many competing programs don’t support FBAR filing, which means that users must download the forms and manually file on the U.S. Treasury’s FinCEN website. MyExpatTaxes charges $59 per FBAR filing, which the company also provides as a standalone service apart from its tax filing software. 

Tax planning services

For those trying to plan ahead for the 2025 tax year, MyExpatTaxes provides one-on-one consulting via video call for an additional $299. There, you can review topics such as investing, business structure, property sales, and retirement. 

Enterprise packages

MyExpatTaxes offers package deals for companies that want to offer tax services for employes. Pricing starts at $550 per employee, and $450 per employee for deals that include more than ten people. 

Customer reviews

MyExpatTaxes boasts a rating of 4.7 out of 5 from its users on Trustpilot. 85% of reviewers awarded the company five stars, and 10% gave a four-star rating. Just 5% of respondents rated the service at three stars or below. Many reviewers praised the software’s ease of use and the knowledgeability of the company’s staff. Criticisms of the software include the following: 

• slow response times for email support. 
• Premium plan only covers one video conferencing session, with no opportunity for followup. 

Limitations

Before you commit to using MyExpatTaxes, make sure that you are aware of the software’s limitations and what is covered by each paid package. 

• Important self-employed forms, such as Form 8858, are only available on the Premium plan.
• Professional guidance is reserved for users who pay for the Premium or Streamlining packages. 
• Additional fees are assessed for state tax filing and PFIC on the Base and Reviewed plans. FBAR filing also costs extra for all plans. 
• A few forms (Form 3520, Form 709, and Exit Form 8854) are not included on any paid package, and you will need to pay an additional fee. 

Bottom line

Although MyExpatTaxes costs more than some competitors, there’s something to be said for not cheaping out when it comes to taxes. The software takes the pain out of preparing tax returns by asking you a series of simple questions and automatically generating the forms you need to file. In our opinion, it’s the best tax software program designed specifically for digital nomads, expats, and other U.S. taxpayers living overseas. 

Like all tax software, MyExpatTaxes is a budget-friendly service geared toward the DIY crowd, and may not be adequate for everyone’s tax needs. Filers with more complex tax situations should instead consider a professional expat tax service.