Practical Guides
Guides for Russian Speakers in the US
Practical, authoritative guides on immigration, healthcare, taxes, and everyday life in America
π° Taxes & Financeπ Featured
FBAR and FATCA: Reporting Your Foreign Bank Accounts
If you have bank accounts in Russia or elsewhere, US law may require you to report them every year. The penalties for missing this are steep β here is what counts, how to file, and what to do if you are behind.
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Filing US Taxes as an Immigrant: The Basics
Who must file, key forms, important deadlines, and the biggest mistakes immigrants make β including the overlooked obligation to report foreign income and accounts.
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π° Taxes & Finance
What Is an ITIN and Do You Need One?
An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number lets you file taxes, open some bank accounts, and build credit β even without a Social Security Number.
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