>> not too complex in my situation of just having a regular salaried job They are pretty much a nightmare if you're an entrepreneur and own corporations abroad

>> not too complex in my situation of just having a regular salaried job They are pretty much a nightmare if you're an entrepreneur and own corporations abroad. Look up Form 5471. Even for non-entrepreneurs, I would say your experience is way better than most. Most US people overseas who say that taxes aren't a problem for them generally are blissfully unaware of their continuing US tax obligations.