Gambling taxes in your winnings are not exempt. Whereas you are a U.S. citizen you owe Uncle Sam a part, regardless if obtained here or international. The IRS considers all gambling winnings taxable earnings, even supposing it’s an amount that doesn’t receive reported to the IRS by the payer, take care of that $20 prefer on a scratch off sign, or a fortunate $250 when your numbers hit, even a $1,000 jackpot in your accepted slot machine. Sadly, gambling taxes are due.