About Expat Taxes
We're Australian accountants specialising in Australian expatriate tax returns/advice.
With over 17 years of expatriate tax experience, and with clients in over 110 countries (112 countries at last count), we're well placed to assist.
Additionally, as expats ourselves we understand your complex tax issues firsthand!
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Tony Verified customer
China / Australia
Steven Verified customer
China / Australia
"Had my meeting with Shane on residency. It was thorough meeting addressing all issues, leaving no stone unturned. I know exactly where I stand and what I need to do. All questions were answered so I did not feel short changed."
4 years ago
John Verified customer
United States / Australia
"Shane was great, very helpful and professional. Look forward to working with him when our move to Australia gets closer."
4 years ago
Amin Verified customer
United Arab Emirates / Australia
"Couldnt have asked for a better session! I booked the Outbound Expat Service and had a great chat with Shane. He is very knowledgeable, patient and super friendly. I did a lot of research and was very picky with who to choose as my circumstances were complicated, but I'm glad I choose Expat Taxes. He even spent more time than what was allotted to make sure a..." Read more
4 years ago
Kellie Verified customer
United Arab Emirates / Australia
"So far so good."
4 years ago
Glenn Verified customer
United Kingdom / Australia
"Extremely efficient and knowledgeable team who have made my tax returns and selling of my property in Australia a stress free experience."
4 years ago
Steven Verified customer
China / Australia
"Shane provided an excellent outline of roles and responsibilities, including the services provided by Expat-Taxes and the next steps in the taxation process. My conversation with Shane was purposeful, leaving me with complete confidence in the firm's abilities and customer oriented service."
4 years ago
Tracy E Verified customer
United Kingdom / Australia
"Knowledgeable advice with friendly engagement"
4 years ago
Ben Peacock Verified customer
United Kingdom / Australia
"Great thorough initial discussion"
5 years ago
James Taylor Verified customer
Indonesia / Australia
"Was very helpful and extremely informative about a range of questions i had. Highly recommended!"
5 years ago
Darryl Verified customer
United States / Australia
"My appointment with Expat Tax did not disappoint. Valuable professional advice provided throughout the consultation. Service and expertise that Aussie expats cannot afford to be without!"
5 years ago
Graeme Verified customer
Hong Kong / Australia
"Shane was upfront and transparent with fees when I asked for the cost to provide professional services. After discussing my complex situation, he was able to understand the tax implications straight away and gave me confidence that he knows exactly he is talking about."
5 years ago
Kaye Verified customer
Saudi Arabia / Australia
"Super helpful, clearly knowledgeable and able to draw on a vast array of expertise around relocation and expat tax issues - thanks so much! Looking forward to working with you in the future."
5 years ago
David Verified customer
Canada / Australia
"I contacted Expat Tax to help me solve a problem I didn't understand, and was given some really detailed and helpful advice over the phone from Shane. It was over 30 minutes of discussion and helped my understanding greatly, as well as calming my fears. I would definitely consider their services in the future."
5 years ago
Elouise Verified customer
Qatar / Australia
"After the residency consultation I am feeling so confident with my tax situation. Couldn’t Recommend Shane more highly. Knowledgeable, easy to talk to and definitely an expert in Expat Tax. So happy that I reached out."
5 years ago
Rob Verified customer
United Arab Emirates / Australia
"Very efficient and effective service. The consultation was very informative and helpful."
5 years ago
Elouise Verified customer
Qatar / Australia
"Very helpful and knowledgeable, I have booked for another consult and feeling much more positive about this confusing subject. Wish I had of found them 12 months ago"
5 years ago
Bec Verified customer
United Kingdom / Australia
"I couldn't recommend Shane Macfarlane and Expat Tax Services highly enough! I approached Shane with several questions about managing my HECS debt from overseas. He was incredibly well-informed and provided clear answers, advice and guidance. As most expats will appreciate, it can be so confusing and stressful trying to manage tax issues and HECS repayments..." Read more
5 years ago
Greg Verified customer
United Kingdom / Australia
"Terryn was great, He took the time to read my question and respond. I really appreciate the advice. Thank you"
5 years ago
Elizabeth Verified customer
Italy / Australia
"Shane is super helpful, patient and his explanations were clear and concise. Highly recommend seeking his assistance if you are an expat in need! I had a tax question as a result of my situation caused by the Covid 19 pandemic and on a subject that I would normally be completely lost on, he helped me to understand and resolve the issue swiftly and easily. I..." Read more
5 years ago
Billy Verified customer
Vietnam / Australia
"Expat Taxes have been able to provide both invaluable advice and quality service. As a long term expat getting advice on my unique circumstances had been almost impossible. Working with my Expat Taxes team I feel like I have a dependable partner for any financial decision!"
5 years ago
Maree Verified customer
Mongolia / Australia
"Answered all my questions, identified possible deductions that had not previously been noted; very personable, Shane took time to explain the longer term tax implications for some aspects of investments etc"
5 years ago
Michael Hogan Verified customer
Vietnam / Australia
"Shane was excellent and very knowledgeable around expat tax. Wish I had found him earlier."
5 years ago
Natalie Verified customer
United States / Australia
"Shane was excellent to deal with. He spent a lot of time talking me through options and suggestions for how to file my taxes from the USA. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for an honest and trustworthy CPA. They can be hard to find. Trust me!"
5 years ago
Jane Verified customer
Taiwan / Australia
"I was very satisfied with your services and would recommend them to friends. It's so rare to come across an accountant who really understands the multitude of problems expats are facing. I enjoyed speaking with you and you answered my questions thoroughly,"
5 years ago
"As always, Shane was on time, knowledge driven and personable."
4 years ago