Do I need to file taxes for purchasing stocks, when the amount withheld is 0.00$? I did not sell any in 2019.

[arturo7531]

I have 0 liabilities in the US because I have lived overseas for two years, yet I own stock that has generated 0.00 in withheld taxes. Do I have to file solely for owning stock?

[VolvoGirl]

No.  Only when you sell.  What do you mean the amount withheld is zero?  There is no withholding when you buy or sell stocks.  They might generate dividends on a 1099-Div but not withholding.

[fanfare]

A US citizen must report and pay tax on any and all income regardless of the country you happen to be in at the time.

There is a some credit for tax paid to foreign entities.