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Tax help for Americans in France

You'll file in both countries: France because you live here, the US because it taxes citizens wherever they live. These firms file the American side without you having to explain what a carte de séjour is.

Updated July 12, 2026

New to this topic? Read the guide first: US taxes from France: yes, you still file

US expat tax preparers

All three are established, US-credentialed firms that work remotely and know the France specifics (treaty positions, FBAR, PFIC).

Our pick
Bright!TaxCPAsFlat fee

US expat specialist with CPAs on every file and flat-fee pricing. Strong reputation in the Americans-in-France community.

Taxes for ExpatsEstablished

Large, process-driven prep firm with transparent pricing and years of expat-only experience.

Greenback Expat Tax ServicesFlat feeStreamlined filings

Expat-focused firm with clear flat rates and a smooth document portal. Handles FBAR and streamlined catch-up filings.

The official sides

France's tax portal: your declaration, payments and the personal messaging system that actually gets answers.

IRSOfficial

The US side: forms, the exchange rates the IRS accepts, and the international taxpayer pages.