For expats, day counting is everything. Tax residency often depends on how many days you spend inside or outside a country. Missing the count by even a few days can change your entire tax status.
- Australia: The “183-day test” and ties like a home or family can make you a resident even if you think you’ve left.
- Canada: The CRA uses a sojourner rule — 183 days in a calendar year makes you resident, even without other ties.
📘 Want a simple breakdown of how day-counting works? Check out my Free Expat Tax Guide.
🔗 External resource: OECD – Tax residency by country
👉 Tip: Use a phone app or even your flight booking history to keep a log. Tax offices often ask for proof.
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An Australian expat → check the Australia Expat Tax Guide for superannuation rules. -
A Canadian expat → see the Canada Expat Tax Guide for RRSP and TFSA rules. -
For more insights, browse the full Expat Tax Tips & Insights.
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