There are exceptions to the 10% early withdrawal penalty for a 401(k) which are listed in this TurboTax Help article.
Leaving the US is not an exception. You can still keep your 401(k) open, or if not permitted by your plan, you can rollover to a Traditional IRA. Such rollover is not taxable or subject to penalty.
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