This publication provides a high level overview of the tax, social security and work permit regulatory compliance requirements for expatriates engaged to work in the United States.
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Individuals taking up employment in the US will be subject to a comprehensive set of tax rules. The liability for US income tax depends on whether an individual is a US citizen, resident ‘alien’ or non-resident ‘alien’. This determination is made based on the specific facts and circumstances of that individual. Following is an overview of the US tax system for employees going to work in the US.

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T45 - a. United States Accordion block expatriate tax facts and figures
T45 - b. United States Accordion block expatriate tax basis of taxation
T45 - c. United States Accordion block expatriate tax other taxes
T45 - d. United States Accordion block expatriate tax tax planning

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