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Taxes for Americans living in Portugal

Understand US filing duties, local tax residency triggers, FEIE/FTC basics, and when to hire a cross-border pro. This is the first scalable slice of the TotallyNomad country cluster: practical, updateable, and linked back into your full country guide.

What to plan first

  • US citizens still file a US return, and may also have FBAR/FATCA reporting if foreign accounts cross thresholds.
  • Portugal tax residency and social security treatment depend on days present, income type, and whether you work locally or remotely.
  • Model FEIE vs Foreign Tax Credit before moving; the better choice can change once Portuguese tax applies.

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