Tax Tool · US Persons

How Much US Tax Does Going Abroad Save You?

The Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (IRS Form 2555) can shield six figures of earned income from US tax — if you pass the day test and watch two traps. Enter your numbers.

Foreign earned income (per year)

How you earn it Full days abroad (in a 12-month window) Host country Tax year

Your FEIE picture

Income shielded

$120,000

From US income tax

Est. US tax saved

$12,000–$26,400

Rough range / yr · not exact

Clear

You likely pass the 330-day physical-presence test (2026)

The FEIE shields up to $132,900 of foreign earned income this year.

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Possible host-country double tax

Residents taxed on worldwide income (NHR exemptions have largely sunset). US treaty exists; double-tax possible.

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This is general information, not tax advice. Estimates only — your actual US tax depends on filing status, total income, deductions, the housing exclusion, the stacking rule, and state residency, none of which this tool computes. Tax law changes and host-country rules vary. Confirm your situation with a qualified professional and the IRS before acting.

Sources: IRS Form 2555 instructions · Foreign Earned Income Exclusion · IRS Publication 54. Constants reviewed 2026-06-10.