Congress has provided substantial tax benefits for foreign workers, including missionaries. In 2015, an eligible foreign worker can exclude up to $100,800 of income from income tax.

This Memo provides the basic requirements for claiming the foreign earned income exclusion, plus some additional information. We cover:

1. What income can be excluded
2. Foreign housing allowance
3. Tests for eligibility
a. Bona fide resident
b. Physical presence
4. Claiming the exclusion
5. Common questions
6. Additional resources

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Please do not hesitate to contact the CPA firm of Capin Crouse, if you have any personal questions about foreign earned income exclusion:
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