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15 resources covering feie for Americans living or filing abroad.
7 Countries Offering Tax Residency Without Living There
Malta, Cyprus, Uruguay, Paraguay, Antigua, Georgia, and Cayman Islands offer tax residency without living there. How each works and what it means for US taxes.
FEIE for High Earners: When $130K Isn't Enough (2026)
The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion caps at $130K. If you earn more, here's how relocating to Ecuador affects your US tax bill — and which visa gets you there.
Moved Abroad With Your LLC? You May Be Overpaying US Taxes
Most LLC owners who move abroad have never heard of the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion. How it works, what it saves, and why self-employment tax is the catch.
S-Corp vs LLC Abroad: Why the FEIE Changes the Math
Standard tax advice says elect S-Corp to save on self-employment tax. But for expats claiming the FEIE, the math flips. Here's the real comparison with numbers.
US Expats in Mexico: FEIE, Rentals & Cross-Border Tax
Tax guide for Americans in Mexico: FEIE on W-2 and freelance income, US rental property rules, state tax traps, and real client savings.
Can You Claim the FEIE on W-2 Income? Yes — Here's How
W-2 income from a US employer qualifies for the FEIE if you perform the work abroad. Here is the IRS rule most people get wrong, plus savings examples.
Does the US Have a Tax Treaty with Colombia? (2026)
The US and Colombia do not have a comprehensive income tax treaty. See what that means for double taxation, FEIE, FTC, FBAR and filing in 2026.
FEIE Calculator: Foreign Earned Income Exclusion Estimator
Use our free FEIE calculator to see how much the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion could save you. Step-by-step guide with examples for 2025 and 2026 tax years.
Can Remote Workers Claim the FEIE? 2026 Rules & $132,900 Limit
See when remote work performed abroad may qualify for the 2026 FEIE, the $132,900 limit, W-2 vs. contractor rules and the two residence tests.
FEIE vs Foreign Tax Credit: Which Saves More? (2026)
FEIE vs FTC compared with 5 real scenarios. FEIE excludes $132,900 in 2026; FTC credits foreign taxes dollar-for-dollar. Tables and when to use each.
FEIE 2026: Foreign Earned Income Exclusion Limit & Rules
FEIE 2026 guide: the new $132,900 exclusion limit, who qualifies, and how to claim the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion on Form 2555.
The AMT Trap: Why FEIE High Earners Get Surprise Tax Bills
Earning over $200,000 abroad with the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion? You may face the Alternative Minimum Tax. Here's how to avoid this expensive surprise.
Child Tax Credit for Expats in 2026: Amount, Refund & FEIE Rules
See the 2025 Child Tax Credit amount, refundable limit, qualifying-child rules and how claiming the FEIE may affect an expat family's credit.
U.S. Taxes for Americans Living in Ecuador: 2026 Guide
Everything Americans in Ecuador need to know about U.S. tax filing: FBAR for Ecuadorian bank accounts, FEIE eligibility, deadlines and tax planning.
Ecuador Visa Types and U.S. Tax Implications for Americans
How your Ecuador visa type affects your U.S. tax situation. Professional visa, rentista, investor visa, and FEIE eligibility explained.