Tax residency, double taxation, exit tax and filing obligations in two countries — orientation first, licensed advisors second. The answer to “What are the tax obligations when sending staff abroad?” depends on a few factors below. Arthur can work through them for your situation and turn them into your Global Citizen Guide.
What it depends on
- Treaty expertise. Experience with double-taxation treaties and tie-breaker rules.
- Both sides covered. Whether the adviser handles your country of origin and your destination.
- Qualifications. Licensed tax advisers, accountants or enrolled agents.
- Moving away. Exit taxes, deregistration and ending tax residency correctly.
- Fee transparency. Fixed fees or clear hourly rates, and what is included.
Warning signs
- Advice that only covers one country
- Schemes that rely on not reporting income
- No named, qualified adviser
Your situation, answered by Arthur
Tell Arthur where you are moving from and to. He covers:
- Where you are likely tax resident
- What moving away requires
- Which adviser type fits your case
Answered in depth
What is the 183-day rule?
The 183-day rule is mainly a clause in tax treaties deciding which country may tax employment income from short assignments abroad.
Leaving Germany: exit tax and obligationsWhat is German exit tax (Wegzugsteuer)?
German exit tax (Wegzugsteuer) taxes unrealised gains on company shareholdings when you leave Germany, as if you had sold them.
Favourable tax regimesWhat replaced the NHR regime in 2024?
Portugal closed the non-habitual resident (NHR) regime to new applicants from 1 January 2024.
Favourable tax regimesHow does the Beckham Law work in Spain?
The Beckham Law (régimen especial de impatriados, art.
