More Americans renounced their citizenship in 2013 than ever
before, according to Forbes.
In
2013, a total of 2,999 American left their U.S. nationality, resulting in a
221% increase over 2012, when the total was 932. The data comes from the U.S. Treasury
Department’s mandatory quarterly list, publically naming those who’ve renounced
their U.S.
citizenship or long-term residency.
Forbes reports that taxes may be at the heart of the issue
for many Americans living abroad. Under the Foreign
Account Tax Compliance Act, Americans living and working in foreign
countries still have to file their earnings with the U.S., often resulting in double
taxes.
For more information, see: U.S.
Taxes and Tax Law: An Expat’s Bane?
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