Help & Resources
Learn how to use the Nomad Tax Calendar and understand key tax terminology
1. Select Your Home Country
Choose your country of citizenship or tax residency from the homepage. We support 5 origin countries: United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
2. View Your Tax Calendar
The homepage calendar displays all relevant tax deadlines for your selected origin country. You can optionally filter by your current destination. Deadlines are color-coded by priority:
- High priority (critical deadlines)
- Medium priority (important dates)
- Low priority (informational)
3. Explore Deadline Details
Click on any deadline to expand and see:
- • Full description and requirements
- • Specific forms needed
- • Nomad-specific considerations
- • Penalty information
- • Available extensions
4. Professional Attribution
All tax information includes:
- • Official government sources with numbered citations [1][2][3]
- • Direct links to tax authorities and legal documents
- • Last updated timestamps for accuracy
- • Professional disclaimer about tax advice limitations
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Tax Glossary
183-Day Rule
Common threshold where spending 183+ days in a country during a tax year triggers tax residency. Exact rules vary by country.
Bona Fide Residence Test
FEIE qualification based on establishing foreign tax residency for an entire tax year.
USCenter of Vital Interests
Tax residency test considering where you have stronger personal and economic ties - family, home, bank accounts, business activities.
CGT (Capital Gains Tax)
Tax on asset sales. Non-residents only pay CGT on Australian real property and related assets.
AUD7 Visa
Portugal's passive income visa for those with rental income, pensions, or investments. Minimum €870/month requirement tied to Portuguese minimum wage.
Deemed Domicile
After 15 of 20 years UK residence, you're treated as UK domiciled, losing remittance basis benefits.
UKDeparture Tax
Tax on deemed disposition of certain assets when ceasing Canadian tax residency. Payment can be deferred with security.
CADigital Nomad Visa
Special visa category for remote workers. Available in Portugal (D8), Estonia, Spain, and other countries with varying requirements and tax implications.
Domicile Test
Australian domicile with no permanent home elsewhere generally means Australian tax residency.
AUDouble Taxation
Being taxed by two countries on the same income. Tax treaties often prevent this through credits or exemptions.
Estimated Tax
Quarterly tax payments required when tax isn't withheld at source. Common for self-employed nomads.
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IEExtension
Additional time to file tax returns. Rules vary by country - some automatic, others require application.
FATCA
Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act. Requires reporting of foreign financial assets over certain thresholds.
USFBAR
Foreign Bank Account Report. Required if foreign accounts exceed $10,000 at any time during the year.
USFEIE (Foreign Earned Income Exclusion)
Allows qualifying US citizens/residents to exclude up to $120,000 (2023) of foreign earned income from US taxes.
USFinancial Year
Australian tax year runs July 1 - June 30, different from calendar year countries.
AUForeign Tax Credit
Credit for taxes paid to foreign countries, reducing home country tax liability.
Form 11
Irish self-assessment return required if taxable non-PAYE income exceeds €5,000 or gross non-PAYE income exceeds €30,000. Due October 31 (paper) or November 19 (online via ROS).
IEForm 2555
IRS form used to claim the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and foreign housing exclusion/deduction.
USGolden Visa
Investment-based long-term residency visa. UAE offers 10-year version for $545k+ investment. Provides residency without physical presence requirements.
HECS-HELP
Student loan debt that continues to accrue for Australians abroad earning above repayment threshold.
AUITS Program
Portugal's Incentivo à Atividade Tecnológica - replacement for NHR offering 20% flat tax on qualified tech activities for 10 years.
Medicare Levy
2% health system levy on taxable income. Non-residents are generally exempt.
AUNHR (Non-Habitual Resident)
Former Portuguese tax program offering significant tax benefits. No new applications accepted after March 31, 2025. Replaced by ITS program.
Non-Domiciled Remittance Basis
Irish tax election allowing non-domiciled residents to pay tax only on foreign income brought into Ireland. Must be actively elected.
IENR73
Form to request CRA determination of residency status when leaving Canada.
CAP45/P60
P45: Given when leaving UK employment. P60: Annual summary of pay and deductions. Important for expats.
UKPenalties
Fines for late filing or payment. Can include interest charges and percentage-based penalties.
Physical Presence Test
FEIE qualification requiring 330+ days outside the US in any 12-month period.
USPreliminary Tax
Irish advance payment system requiring payment equal to prior year's tax liability by October 31 to avoid interest charges.
IEProvincial Tax
Canadian provinces levy their own income taxes. Quebec has separate filing requirements.
CAPRSI
Pay Related Social Insurance - Irish social insurance contributions required for certain types of income and employment.
IERemittance Basis
Non-domiciled UK residents can choose to only pay UK tax on foreign income brought into the UK.
UKROS (Revenue Online Service)
Ireland's online tax filing system. Provides extended deadline until November 19 vs October 31 for paper filing.
IERRSP/TFSA
Retirement/Tax-Free Savings Accounts. Special rules apply for non-residents, including contribution limits.
CASelf Assessment
UK's annual tax return system. Due by January 31 following the tax year (April 6 - April 5).
UKSignificant Residential Ties
Primary factors for Canadian residency: home, spouse/partner, or dependents remaining in Canada.
CASource Income
Income earned within a specific country's borders. May be taxed by that country even if you're not a tax resident there.
Split Year Treatment
Allows UK tax year to be divided when arriving/leaving, with different tax treatment for each part.
UKSRT (Statutory Residence Test)
UK's complex test determining tax residency through automatic tests and tie-breaker factors.
UKState Tax
US states may continue taxing former residents. Some states (CA, NM, VA) are aggressive in pursuing expats.
USSuperannuation
Australian retirement system. Non-residents face restrictions on contributions and access.
AUT1135
Foreign Income Verification Statement. Required if foreign property exceeds CAD $100,000 at any time.
CATax Residency
The country where you're considered a resident for tax purposes, determining where you pay taxes on worldwide income.
Tax Treaty
Agreement between two countries to prevent double taxation and determine which country has primary taxing rights.
Tie-Breaker Rules
Treaty provisions that determine tax residency when you qualify as resident in multiple countries.
USC (Universal Social Charge)
Irish social charge applying to most income above €13,000. Separate from income tax with its own rates and thresholds.
IEWorldwide Income
All income regardless of where earned. Tax residents typically owe tax on worldwide income, subject to treaties and exclusions.
Need More Help?
Remember that tax laws are complex and change frequently. This calendar provides general guidance, but you should always consult with qualified tax professionals for advice specific to your situation.