Ask the taxgirl: US citizens overseas
Taxpayer asks:
I am a permanent resident overseas. I file my USA tax return every year, but never have to pay tax as I pay enough here in this country. Will I still get the rebate and how can they direct credit if they have never been given my bank account details? I have a bank account in New Mexico where I last resided in USA but my main accounts are in NZ where I live.
Taxgirl says:
Assuming that you file a form 1040, and that you otherwise qualify for a rebate (including income and tax limitations), you should receive a rebate check.
If the IRS does not have your bank account details, you will receive a paper check.
Like any good lawyer, I need to add a disclaimer: Unfortunately, it is impossible to give comprehensive tax advice over the internet, no matter how well researched or written. Before relying on any information given on this site, contact a tax professional to discuss your particular situation.
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3 opinions for Ask the taxgirl: US citizens overseas
becky
Apr 14, 2008 at 10:16 am
Kelly: this is OT. Will you be at BlogHer this year?
Kelly
Apr 14, 2008 at 10:20 am
OT all you want!
Yes, I will definitely be at BlogHer this year - I’m talking about taxes!
Ask the taxgirl: Rebates and foreign taxpayers
Apr 29, 2008 at 9:25 am
[…] Permanent residents overseas who are American citizens (and otherwise qualify) will receive a rebate. You can see my prior answer to this question here. […]
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