Do I have to file a tax return this year even though I don’t live in the US anymore?

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Yes, you do, if you meet the income threshold. Not only are you liable for a Dutch tax return if you live and work in the Netherlands, but you are also still under the obligation to file your 1040 in the States. Your income, filing status and age generally determine whether you must file a return. Generally, you must file a return if your gross income from worldwide sources is at least the amount shown for your filing status in this table:

Filing Status*	Amount
Single	$9,350
65 or older	$10,750
Head of household	$12,050
65 or older	$13,450
Qualifying widow(er)	$15,050
65 or older	$16,150
Married filing jointly	$18,700
Not living with spouse at end of year	$3,650
One spouse 65 or older	$19,800
Both spouses 65 or older	$20,900
Married filing separately	$3,650
*If you are the dependent of another taxpayer, see the instructions for Form 1040 for more information on whether you must file a return.

Note: these amounts are in effect for the 2010 tax year and will updated as soon as IRS publishes the figures for the 2011 tax year.

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