Relief For Certain Former Citizens
Preparation and Filing
$3,300
- Preparation and filing of five years of U.S. tax returns
- Preparation and filing of seven years of FBARs (Foreign Bank Account Reports)
- Final-year dual-status U.S. tax return
- Form 8854 (Initial and Annual Expatriation Statement) to certify tax compliance and avoid covered expatriate status
- All standard schedules required for accurate and complete returns
- Free tax consultation with an accountant to review your situation and answer your questions
- Secure document collection via our encrypted client portal
- Full IRS-compliance review to ensure eligibility under the Relief for Certain Former Citizens program
Who is this for?
Accidental Americans
The Relief for Certain Former Citizens program is designed specifically for Accidental Americans — individuals who became U.S. citizens at birth but have lived their lives abroad and never filed U.S. taxes. It provides a streamlined way to renounce citizenship and settle all past U.S. tax obligations without penalties.
You do not need a Social Security Number to qualify, and the IRS will waive up to $25,000 in total U.S. tax liability.
To use this program, you must renounce your U.S. citizenship first. For example, if you renounce in 2025, you would file under the Relief for Certain Former Citizens program in 2026, covering the expatriation year and the five preceding tax years.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is an Accidental American?
An Accidental American is someone who acquired U.S. citizenship at birth — often by being born in the U.S. or to a U.S. parent — but has lived their entire life outside the United States and never filed U.S. taxes. Many don’t even realize they’re considered U.S. citizens under U.S. law until they try to renounce or face tax-related consequences.
What are the benefits of filing under the Relief for Certain Former Citizens program?
This IRS program offers a clean and penalty-free exit from the U.S. tax system for qualifying individuals. Key benefits include:
- No late filing penalties
- Up to $25,000 of U.S. tax liability is waived
- No requirement to have a Social Security Number
- No classification as a “covered expatriate”
- Final, compliant exit from all U.S. tax obligations
Do I need to have renounced my U.S. citizenship before using this program?
Yes. You must complete your renunciation first. Once you receive your Certificate of Loss of Nationality (CLN) from the U.S. embassy or consulate, we can begin preparing your full filing package the following calendar year.
What’s the timeline for filing?
You renounce in Year 1, receive your CLN, and then we file your tax package in Year 2.
For example:
- You renounce in 2025
- We prepare and file your full tax package in 2026, covering 2025 and the five previous years
Once we have all required documents from you, we’ll prepare your filings within 2 weeks.
