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JURISDICTION/US AUTHORITY/IRS TAX YEAR/2025 CLUSTER/US

US Tax Filing for Remote Workers Abroad

Working remotely from another country doesn't change your US tax obligations — as a US citizen or green card holder, you still owe an annual federal return on your worldwide income. The good news is that remote workers abroad often qualify for the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, which can reduce your US tax bill dramatically. We handle everything from FEIE elections to FBAR, reviewed by licensed CPAs.

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APPLICABILITY/WHO THIS IS FOR

Who this is for

✓ US citizens or green card holders employed remotely by a US or foreign company from abroad
✓ W-2 employees whose company allows them to work internationally
✓ Remote contractors and consultants working from foreign countries
✓ Americans who recently moved abroad while keeping their remote job
✓ Those with foreign bank accounts used to receive salary or pay expenses
FILING RECORD/FORMS THAT MAY APPLY

What this filing may involve

Every situation is different. The forms below commonly apply — your specific filing may vary.

Form 1040 — US Individual Income Tax Return)
Form 2555 — Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIE)
Form 1116 — Foreign Tax Credit (for remote workers paying local income tax)
FinCEN Form 114 — FBAR) — for foreign accounts exceeding $10,000
Schedule C — if providing services as an independent contractor
DOCUMENTS/INFORMATION REQUIRED

Documents usually needed

■ W-2 or foreign employer pay statements for the tax year
■ Evidence of physical presence abroad (passport, lease, employment contract)
■ Foreign bank account statements showing maximum balances
■ Records of days inside and outside the US
■ Prior year US tax return
PROCESS/RETURN ASSEMBLY

How Nomadic.Tax works

AI-assisted preparation with licensed professional review — every time.

1
INFORMATION
We review your employment arrangement and residency to determine FEIE qualification
2
DOCUMENTS
Our AI prepares your return applying FEIE or FTC depending on your host country tax rate
3
AI PREPARATION
FBAR is prepared for any qualifying foreign financial accounts
4
PROFESSIONAL REVIEW / E-FILE
A licensed CPA reviews every line before we e-file on your behalf
PROFESSIONAL REVIEW/CPA / ACCOUNTANT SIGN-OFF

When human review matters

ⓘ Employer withholding may have continued during your time abroad — over-withholding can generate a refund
ⓘ Some remote workers owe tax in both the US and their host country — FTC coordination prevents double taxation
ⓘ State tax obligations may persist if you maintain ties to your home state

Relevant plans

Choose the package that best fits your situation, or view all plans.

Premier
$349
For self-employed nomads, freelancers and platform earners.
  • ✓Everything in Standard
  • ✓Schedule C & SE for self-employment
  • ✓Multiple income sources and currencies
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Expat
$499
For Americans living abroad — FEIE, foreign tax credits and FBAR included.
  • ✓Everything in Premier
  • ✓Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (Form 2555)
  • ✓Foreign Tax Credit (Form 1116)
  • ✓FBAR filing (FinCEN 114) included
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REFERENCE/COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions about US Tax Filing for Remote Workers Abroad

Can I claim FEIE as a remote employee (not self-employed)?

Yes. FEIE applies to foreign-earned income whether you're employed or self-employed. Your wages from a US company earned while physically working abroad qualify for the exclusion, provided you meet the Physical Presence or Bona Fide Residence test.

My employer still withholds US taxes — will I get a refund?

Potentially yes. If FEIE eliminates your US income tax but your employer withheld throughout the year, you'll receive a refund of the over-withheld amount when you file. You should also consider updating your W-4 with your employer to reduce withholding going forward.

Does my host country tax my salary?

It depends on your residency status in the host country and whether you're employed by a local or foreign entity. If you're subject to local income tax, we apply the Foreign Tax Credit to prevent double taxation.

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Related filing services

US Expat Tax Filing → View filing service FEIE Tax Filing — Form 2555 → View filing service FBAR Filing — FinCEN Form 114 → View filing service Tax Filing for Remote Workers Abroad → View filing service

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