If you're an American living in France, you may have wondered whether your child has any tax obligations in the US, despite not living there. The Local spoke with tax specialist Jonathan Hadida to find out what parents need to know.
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Updated: Mon 8 Jun 2026 17:33 CET
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If you're an American living in France, you may have wondered whether your child has any tax obligations in the US, despite not living there. The Local spoke with tax specialist Jonathan Hadida to find out what parents need to know.
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