Europe’s Entry/Exit System is changing how non-EU travelers enter and leave participating European countries. For Americans living abroad, the impact goes beyond airport lines and passport control. The system creates a precise electronic record of travel dates, which can become especially important for expats who use the Physical Presence Test to claim the Foreign Earned…
What Is the 330-Day Rule? The 330-Day Rule refers to the physical presence test used by some taxpayers to qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion. To meet the test, a taxpayer generally must be physically present in one or more foreign countries for at least 330 full days during any period of 12 consecutive…
Do You Pass the Physical Presence Test? For many Americans living abroad, the Physical Presence Test plays a major role in qualifying for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion. It sounds simple at first, but the details matter. A small mistake in how you count your days abroad can affect whether you qualify at all. The…
What the $130,000 FEIE Limit Means for Americans Abroad For many Americans living overseas, the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion is one of the first tax strategies they hear about. For tax year 2025, the maximum FEIE is $130,000 per qualifying person. That amount applies to 2025 returns filed in 2026. The IRS also announced that…
First Year Abroad? What Your U.S. Tax Return May Look Like Your first year abroad often brings one big surprise: your U.S. tax return may look more complicated, not less. Many new expats assume moving overseas automatically changes everything about filing. In reality, the IRS generally still expects U.S. citizens and residents abroad to file…
With 2026 tax season approaching, U.S. expats face several IRS updates that could significantly affect how they file and report foreign income. From increased thresholds to enhanced enforcement and global reporting changes, understanding what’s new will help you avoid penalties and make informed decisions before year-end. Here’s what every expat should expect for the 2026…
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