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Effective Estate Tax Planning for holders of US Company Shares

Discover how non-US residents with US company shares can protect their beneficiaries from unnecessary estate tax.

Are Your US Shares Exposing Your Estate to a 40% Tax Hit?

If you're part of a US company share scheme or hold US-listed company stock, you could be liable for significant US Estate Tax — even if you don’t live in the US.

Holding US shares might seem like a smart investment move. But if you're a non-US resident or passport holder, your estate could face a 40% tax on those assets upon your death. This guide explains the implications of US Estate Tax for internationally mobile investors and explores effective strategies to mitigate the liability — legally and efficiently.

What You’ll Learn

  • What qualifies as a US situs asset — and why it matters
  • The difference between residency and domicile for tax purposes
  • Why your global estate plan needs to account for US tax exposure
  • What practical steps you can take to remove US shares from your taxable estate
  • Where tax treaties do — and don’t — help

Who This Is For

This guide is ideal for:

  • Non-US residents with US-listed company shares
  • Participants in US company share schemes
  • Expatriates and globally mobile professionals
  • Beneficiaries or executors managing cross-border estates

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