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Crypto & Tax for Expats
Cryptocurrency tax obligations for US expats: IRS reporting requirements, Form 8949, FBAR for foreign exchanges, staking income, DeFi, and stablecoin
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Crypto & Tax for ExpatsJuly 9, 2026
Crypto Staking & DeFi Yield: US Expat Tax Guide
Rev. Rul. 2023-14: staking rewards are ordinary income when received. FEIE does not apply. Learn DeFi yield, FBAR, and Foreign Tax Credit rules for
Crypto & Tax for ExpatsMarch 31, 2026
Crypto and Taxes as a US Expat: What the IRS Actually Requires in 2026
The IRS has made one thing abundantly clear: they are coming for unreported crypto. Crypto gains are not earned income — they're investment income.