The global nature of doing business has increased the likelihood many people will live and work abroad during their lifetime.

While this brings with it professional and personal growth opportunities, it can also pose issues for taxpayers when navigating the tax systems of the respective jurisdictions.

In recent years, the Federal Government has prioritised reforms to modernise and simplify the tax residency definition for individuals. The changes have impacted Australian businesses and individuals working at home or overseas.

How we help clients

LB Mann Judd’s international tax specialists advise individuals and employers on effective approaches for both inbound and outbound investments and expatriate work assignments. We work with high net wealth individuals, executives and multinational businesses looking for value-added tax strategies and assistance.

Many of our individual clients have either moved to Australia from overseas or spend a period of time working overseas. Similarly, many of our business clients either engage inbound expatriates on temporary working visas, or send employees overseas on assignment.

This requires a good understanding of both domestic and foreign jurisdiction taxes, including specialist taxes such as capital gains tax, land tax, duties and employment taxes, as well as the application of any double tax agreements.

HLB Mann Judd's international tax specialists advise on all inbound and outbound tax strategies, including those relating to the following:

  • International tax advice for foreign nationals, including those investing in Australia
  • Tax advice and compliance for Australians moving to and from a foreign jurisdiction
  • Tax advice and compliance for Australian individuals and businesses investing overseas
  • Expatriate tax assistance for inbound and outbound employees.

Our global reach

HLB International remains the 8th largest global network of accounting and tax firms, with a presence in 157 countries worldwide. Our international tax specialists can arrange local country tax assistance through our international network of offices and collaborate with overseas colleagues to manage our clients’ global tax affairs or other migration or immigration requirements.

Learn more about HLB’s expatriate and inpatriate tax services and approach.

With so many Australians living and working overseas, it is worth seeking professional tax advice prior to any relocation abroad. Rules for overseas taxpayers are subject to change, and individuals will be assessed for tax residency on a case-by-case basis.

There are a number of tests which apply to some taxpayers, and not others, including status and nature of employment, accommodation, and duration of stay overseas. A qualified tax professional will be able to assess your individual circumstances and determine which is applicable.

Contact our team for a confidential discussion on how to best navigate your expat and or residency requirements.

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