Do I need to file a US tax return if I live in Australia?

Generally yes. US citizens and green card holders must file a US federal return each year regardless of where they live. Waycorp Advisors prepares these returns from Sydney.

Can Waycorp Advisors lodge my FBAR and FATCA reports?

Yes. We prepare FBAR (FinCEN Form 114) and FATCA (Form 8938) reporting alongside your US tax return when your foreign accounts or assets exceed the thresholds.

Will I be taxed twice in the US and Australia?

In most cases no. The US–Australia tax treaty and foreign tax credits are designed to prevent double taxation. We coordinate your US and Australian positions.

Who prepares and signs my US return?

US returns are reviewed and signed by IRS Registered Tax Preparers, led by our US CPA partner Siddarth (Sid) Jain (PTIN P02451596).

US Tax Returns for Americans in Australia

Trusted US Accounting & Tax Guidance

"US tax compliance is complex — but it doesn’t need to be overwhelming. Our experienced team provides clear, coordinated support for businesses and individuals operating across borders."

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US Accounting and Financial Reporting

Waycorp provides structured accounting support for businesses operating in or connected to the United States. Our team includes US-qualified professionals who understand US GAAP requirements and reporting standards.

We assist with bookkeeping, financial statement preparation and management reporting aligned with US regulatory expectations.

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US Tax Compliance and Advisory

US tax compliance requires careful planning and technical expertise. From our Sydney office we prepare US federal and state tax returns for individuals and businesses, including Form 1040 returns for Americans living in Australia, FBAR (FinCEN Form 114) and FATCA (Form 8938) foreign account reporting, and corporate (Form 1120) and partnership filings for Australian businesses with US entities.

For clients operating across Australia and the US, we provide coordinated advice on cross-border tax considerations, including the US–Australia tax treaty and foreign tax credits, to avoid being taxed twice.

Our US tax services are led by our US CPA partner, Siddarth (Sid) Jain, an IRS Registered Tax Preparer (PTIN P02451596), and Wayne O'Brien, an IRS Registered Tax Preparer (PTIN P03482824). Full credentials are listed on our Tax Partnerships page.

All US tax filings are done by Waycorp Advisors Inc. USA, an authorised IRS e-file provider.

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Cross-Border and Expat Tax Support

Many of our clients operate across jurisdictions. We assist expatriates, dual-residents and internationally structured businesses with multi-country reporting obligations.

By aligning US and Australian tax positions where relevant, we help ensure compliance while supporting long-term financial clarity.

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