Video Tips: The Deadline Is Coming for Taxpayers Living Abroad

Taxpayers who are U.S. citizens or residents living and working outside the United States and Puerto Rico receive an automatic 2-month extension to file their federal income tax return. For the 2024 tax year, this means their filing deadline is June 17, 2025 (since June 15 falls on a Sunday). However, interest will accrue on any unpaid taxes from the original due date, April 15, even if the taxpayer qualifies for the extension.

To take advantage of this automatic extension, eligible taxpayers must attach a statement to their return explaining their qualifying situation. Further extensions may be available by submitting Form 4868, if additional time is needed.

Share this article...

HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT THIS TOPIC?

You can count on us for professional, timely and reliable tax and accounting services. If you have a question, just fill out this form and we’ll reply within 24 hours.

I confirm this is a service inquiry and not an advertising message or solicitation. By clicking “Submit”, I acknowledge and agree to the creation of an account and to the and .
I consent to receive SMS messages and agree with the

Sign up for our newsletter

Each month, we’ll send you a roundup of our latest blog content covering the tax and accounting tips & insights you need to know.

I confirm this is a service inquiry and not an advertising message or solicitation. By clicking “Submit”, I acknowledge and agree to the creation of an account and to the and .

"JRJBF" is the brand name under which KMA, S.C. and KMA Management, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide professional services. KMA, S.C. and KMA Management, LLC and its subsidiary entities practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards. KMA, S.C. is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and KMA Management, LLC and its subsidiary entities provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. KMA Management, LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.