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Foreign passport accepted for ID on domestic flights in the US

For domestic U.S. flights, TSA accepts valid foreign passports as identification, no matter your immigration status. The May 2025 REAL…

Becoming a tax resident in Switzerland means paying tax worldwide

Swiss tax residency requires declaring and paying tax on almost all worldwide income and assets, except some foreign real estate…

REAL ID is not a national ID card, says Department of Homeland Security

REAL ID is a state-issued identification standard, not a national ID card, and becomes necessary for domestic flights and certain…

D7 Passive Income/Retirement Visa: Guide to Retiring in Portugal

Retirees can choose the D7 or Golden Visa for Portuguese residency, balancing income, legal, and presence requirements. Ongoing US and…

Moving to Japan? U.S. taxes still apply for citizens and green card holders

U.S. citizens and green card holders in Japan must file U.S. taxes yearly using Form 1040. Use Form 2555, 1116,…

REAL ID not required for standard driver’s license in most states

From May 7, 2025, REAL ID or other federal ID becomes mandatory for U.S. flights and federal buildings. Non-compliant licenses…

Self-employment visa in Germany: What Americans need to know

U.S. citizens can enter Germany without a visa, applying onsite for Self-Employment or Freelancer Visas. Both require strong documentation—like business…

REAL ID deadline delayed to 2025, says Department of Homeland Security

Starting May 7, 2025, adults flying domestically must show a REAL ID-compliant license, passport, or federally accepted ID. Previous deadline…