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The 7 Best US Tax Accountants in Singapore (2026)

Updated October 2026 · 7 picks

The best US tax accountants for Americans in Singapore in 2026 are HTJ.tax (Advanced American Tax), which has an office on Shenton Way; Greenback and Taxes for Expats for full-service online preparation by CPAs and enrolled agents; and MyExpatTaxes for a low-cost do-it-yourself return. Singapore has no income tax treaty with the US.

How we chose

Every firm here specialises in US tax returns for Americans abroad, has its own website, and states who prepares its returns (CPAs and IRS enrolled agents). There are very few US tax specialists with an office in Singapore itself, so we included the one we could confirm locally and the established online firms that Americans in Singapore commonly use. Nobody paid to be included and there are no affiliate links on this page.

We do not rank firms by price or outcome, and this page is not tax advice. Thresholds and deadlines change every year; check them with the IRS.

Check credentials before you hire anyone: the IRS Directory of Federal Tax Return Preparers with Credentials and Select Qualifications lists CPAs, enrolled agents and attorneys with a current PTIN, and each US state board of accountancy (searchable through CPAverify) confirms a CPA licence. Only CPAs, enrolled agents and attorneys can represent you before the IRS without limits.

US citizens and green-card holders must file a US tax return every year wherever they live, and report foreign bank and investment accounts. Living in Singapore rarely means owing much US tax — the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and foreign tax credits usually cover salary — but the paperwork is unforgiving, and Singapore-specific items like CPF, SRS and local unit trusts need someone who knows them. Only one of the firms below has a Singapore office; the rest work online with clients worldwide.

1. HTJ.tax (Advanced American Tax) — Shenton Way, Marina Bay

A US expat tax practice headquartered in Singapore, one of very few with a local office.

Specialty US expat returns, FBAR and FATCA, Streamlined catch-up filings, ITINsBest for Americans and green-card holders in Singapore and across Asia

HTJ.tax, the trading name of Hayden T Joseph CPA LLP (also known as Advanced American Tax), describes Singapore as its headquarters and works from the UIC Building on Shenton Way, with affiliated offices across Asia, Europe and the US. It prepares US expat returns, FBAR and FATCA reporting and Streamlined catch-up filings for people who have fallen behind.

It is also on the IRS list of acceptance agents in Singapore, so it can help family members apply for an ITIN. It suits Americans who prefer to sit down with someone in Singapore.

Good to know: If you have never filed from Singapore, ask about the Streamlined Foreign Offshore Procedures before you file anything else.

5 Shenton Way, #10-01 UIC Building, Singapore 068808

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2. Greenback Expat Tax Services — Online

A large expat-only firm with flat, upfront pricing and CPAs and enrolled agents.

Specialty US expat returns, FBAR, Streamlined filing, business returnsBest for Salaried expats, families and self-employed Americans abroad

Greenback has specialised in US taxes for Americans abroad for more than 15 years, with a fully remote team of CPAs and IRS enrolled agents spread across the world. It quotes a flat, upfront fee before work begins, and has a calculator on its site for an itemised estimate.

Its Streamlined filing service is a common route for Americans in Singapore who discover they should have been filing all along, and its free discovery call is a sensible first step.

Good to know: Use the tax prep calculator on its site to see the full price, including FBARs, before you sign up.

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3. Taxes for Expats (TFX) — Online

A New York-based expat specialist with over 25 years in the field and a big team of CPAs and EAs.

Specialty US expat returns, FBAR, FATCA and PFIC reporting, Streamlined, IRS representationBest for Americans abroad with investments, businesses or complex histories

Taxes for Expats has served Americans abroad for more than 25 years, with a team of over 80 CPAs, enrolled agents and lawyers, and says each preparer has at least a decade of experience. Its services run from standard returns to PFIC reporting, amended returns, IRS letters and representation, and expatriation.

PFIC reporting matters in Singapore, where many local funds count as PFICs, so TFX suits Americans with investments as well as a salary.

Good to know: Ask for the PFIC review up front if you hold any Singapore unit trusts or non-US ETFs.

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4. Bright!Tax — Online

A US expat tax specialist with published flat fees and a strong Streamlined practice.

Specialty US expat returns, FBAR, Streamlined procedure, tax advisoryBest for Americans abroad, including first-time and catch-up filers

Bright!Tax focuses only on US taxes for Americans abroad and publishes its starting prices: at the time of writing, expat tax preparation starts at US$800 and a Streamlined catch-up filing at US$1,860, with a clear quote before work starts. FBAR filing is part of its standard service.

Its blog has detailed guides to US taxes for Americans in Singapore, worth reading before your first call.

Good to know: Read its Singapore guide first — it covers CPF and the lack of a tax treaty, so your consultation can focus on your own situation.

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5. H&R Block Expat Tax Services — Online

The big US tax brand's dedicated service for Americans living abroad.

Specialty US expat returns, FBAR, DIY and full-service optionsBest for Americans abroad with straightforward to moderate returns

H&R Block runs a dedicated expat tax service with both do-it-yourself software and returns prepared by an expat tax adviser, plus FBAR filing and help catching up on missed years.

It suits Americans with a simple salary-and-savings picture who want a familiar name. Its resource centre has a guide to US taxes for Americans in Singapore.

Good to know: Start with the DIY option only if you have a simple return and no Singapore funds or business income.

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6. MyExpatTaxes — Online

Low-cost US expat tax software, founded by an enrolled agent, with optional expert review.

Specialty DIY US expat returns, FBAR, Streamlined catch-upBest for Salaried Americans abroad with simple returns

MyExpatTaxes is tax software built for Americans abroad, founded by enrolled agent Nathalie Goldstein. At the time of writing its Base plan, covering the federal return and FBAR, starts at US$175, with higher tiers adding a review or full filing by a tax professional.

It is the cheapest route here for a salaried American in Singapore with ordinary bank accounts. Anyone with PFICs, a business or rental property should pay for the reviewed or premium tier.

Good to know: Choose the reviewed tier in your first year in Singapore so a professional checks how CPF and the FEIE are handled.

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7. Expat Tax Professionals — Online

An expat and international tax firm led by former Big Four tax professionals.

Specialty US expat returns, FBAR, amnesty programmes, cross-border business taxBest for Americans abroad with businesses or cross-border investments

Expat Tax Professionals prepares US returns for Americans abroad and says a professional prepares, reviews and signs every return. Its consulting team, described as former Big Four tax professionals, advises Americans who own foreign businesses, on tax residency and treaty positions, and on expatriation.

That consulting depth suits founders and business owners in Singapore whose US position is more complicated than a salary; it also offers a flat-rate online service for simpler returns.

Good to know: If you own a Singapore company, ask about the US reporting for foreign corporations (Form 5471) at the first call.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Americans living in Singapore have to file US taxes?

Yes. The US taxes its citizens and green-card holders on worldwide income, so you must file a federal return if your income is over the filing threshold, even if you owe nothing. Most Singapore-based Americans use the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (indexed each year, around US$130,000 per person) or foreign tax credits to reduce US tax on their salary.

What is the FBAR and do I need to file one?

The FBAR (FinCEN Form 114) reports your foreign financial accounts — Singapore bank accounts, brokerage accounts and, in most views, your CPF — if their combined highest balances exceeded US$10,000 at any point in the year. It is filed separately from your tax return. Larger holdings may also need Form 8938 under FATCA. Penalties for missing these forms can be severe, so if you are behind, ask about the IRS Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures.

What are the US tax deadlines for Americans abroad?

The return is due on 15 April, but Americans living abroad get an automatic two-month extension to 15 June to file (interest still runs on any tax owed from April), and can request a further extension to 15 October. The FBAR is due on 15 April with an automatic extension to 15 October.

Does the US have a tax treaty with Singapore?

No. There is no comprehensive income tax treaty between the US and Singapore, so there are no treaty rules to rely on for pensions, CPF or business income. Singapore's lower tax rates mean the foreign tax credit often does not wipe out US tax on investment income, which is where a specialist's planning helps.

Should Americans in Singapore buy local unit trusts or ETFs?

Be careful. Most non-US funds, including Singapore unit trusts and many ETFs, are treated as Passive Foreign Investment Companies (PFICs) by the IRS, with punitive tax and heavy reporting (Form 8621). Talk to a US expat tax adviser before you invest through a local bank or robo-adviser.

How much does a US expat tax return cost?

Online firms publish flat fees: at the time of writing, a reviewed DIY return from MyExpatTaxes starts at a few hundred US dollars, while full-service preparation at firms like Bright!Tax starts from around US$800, with extra charges for FBARs, self-employment, rental property and catch-up years. Get a written quote before you send documents.

1. HTJ.tax (Advanced American Tax) — Shenton Way, Marina Bay

2. Greenback Expat Tax Services — Online

3. Taxes for Expats (TFX) — Online

4. Bright!Tax — Online

5. H&R Block Expat Tax Services — Online

6. MyExpatTaxes — Online

7. Expat Tax Professionals — Online

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