This thread is gold - saving it for when I finally pull the trigger on going remote full-time.
Quick clarifying questions from someone who hasn’t done this yet:
1. What about Schengen countries?
If I’m bouncing between Portugal, Spain, and Germany (all Schengen), do I need separate documentation for each country, or does the Schengen entry stamp cover it? The 90/180 rule limits my time anyway, but I want to make sure I’m tracking correctly.
2. Housing exclusion in addition to FEIE?
@accountant_alice mentioned the tax home issue. But isn’t there also a separate Foreign Housing Exclusion on top of the $132,900? If I’m paying $2,000/month rent in Lisbon, can I exclude that too?
3. The “abode” question
The IRS Form 2555 asks if you maintained an “abode” in the US. If I still have a storage unit with my stuff in the States, or my parents’ address on my driver’s license, does that disqualify me?
4. Quarterly estimated taxes?
If I’m expecting to exclude all my income under FEIE, do I still need to pay quarterly estimated taxes while abroad? Or can I wait until I file?
Sorry for all the questions - this is way more nuanced than I expected. Appreciate everyone sharing their experience.