Yes, Americans abroad can still claim the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion in 2026 if they qualify. For 2025 tax returns filed in 2026, the maximum FEIE is $130,000 per qualifying person. In other words, you can exclude up to the lesser of your foreign earned income or $130,000. That sounds simple, but many expats misread…
For Americans living abroad, one of the biggest tax season questions is simple: do you need to file by April 15 or June 15? The answer is that both dates can matter. If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien living overseas on the regular due date, you may qualify for an automatic 2-month…
If you were forced to leave a foreign country in 2025 due to war, civil unrest, or unsafe conditions, you may still qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE) even if you did not meet the standard time requirements. Under Revenue Procedure 2026-16, the IRS officially waived the physical presence and bona fide residence…
The Adoption Tax Credit is a valuable benefit designed to help families offset the cost of adopting a child. But for Americans living abroad, eligibility can be more complex. Understanding how this credit applies to expats is key to determining whether you can claim it on your U.S. tax return. What Is the Adoption Tax…
What Is the Keep Your Pay Act, and Does It Help Americans Abroad? As discussions around tax reform continue, many Americans living overseas are asking whether proposed legislation like the Keep Your Pay Act could change how expats are taxed. While the concept sounds promising, it is important to understand what it may mean in…
What Happens if You Never Filed Taxes While Abroad? Many Americans living overseas are surprised to learn they still must file U.S. tax returns every year, even if they earn income in another country. If you have lived abroad for several years without filing, you are not alone. Thousands of expats discover their filing obligations…
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