Internal Revenue Service (U.S. Taxes)

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has provided the following guidance for U.S. citizens abroad.  This IRS guidance is posted under Federal Benefits and Obligations on www.travel.state.gov.

Can I Mail My Return and Payment?

You can mail your tax return and payment using the postal service or approved private delivery services.  A list of approved delivery services is available on IRS.gov.  If you mail a return from outside the United States, the date of filing is the postmark date.  However, if you mail a payment, separately or with your return, your payment is not considered received until the date of actual receipt.

Can I Electronically File My Return?

You can prepare and e-file your income tax return, in many cases for free.  Participating software companies make their products available through the IRS. E-File options are listed on IRS.gov.