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The State Department just slashed the cost to renounce US citizenship from $2,350 to $450. Here's what changed, when it takes effect, who benefits, and what it means for the 30,000+ people already in the queue.
From Canada and the UK to New Zealand's booming golden visa, here's where former Americans are building new lives — with data on taxes, healthcare, cost of living, and residency paths.
How to renounce US citizenship in 2026: the new $450 fee, exit tax, embassy wait times, and what to know before you decide.
You paid into Social Security for decades. What happens to benefits after renouncing US citizenship and the 30% withholding.
Former US citizens can visit on ESTA or a visa. Carry your CLN, know what CBP asks, and understand the Reed Amendment.
Between the State Department fee, tax prep, legal fees, and exit tax, renunciation can cost $3K to $100K+. Here's the real math, updated for the April 2026 fee reduction.
Haven't filed US taxes from abroad? The IRS Streamlined Filing Compliance Procedures let you catch up penalty-free.
The US exit tax treats you as if you sold everything the day before you renounce. How it's calculated and who owes it.
From tax compliance to CLN in hand — every step of giving up US citizenship, what to bring, and how long it takes.
Your US estate tax exemption drops from $13 million to $60,000 the day you renounce. What expats need to know.