A taxpayer generally has the option of deducting foreign taxes paid on Schedule A or taking a foreign tax credit.

Foreign Taxes

Taxes paid to a foreign government on income earned outside of the taxpayer's country of residence.

Schedule A

An itemized deductions form where taxpayers list eligible expenses to reduce their taxable income, including medical, taxes paid, interest, gifts to charity, and casualty losses.

Foreign Tax Credit

A permanent tax credit for income taxes handed over to an overseas authority as a consequence of foreign income tax deductions.