kylefitzp
New Member

Can I claim U.S. residency on my taxes?

Hi, 

I'm a U.S. citizen living abroad in Perú. I live full time in Perú and in the past have filed my taxes as a resident of Perú. Technically, I'm also a resident of Florida; I have a Florida i.d., a Florida address, voting rights, etc. Recently, I wanted to buy health insurance through the Healthcare Marketplace but I have read that you must live in the U.S. to qualify. "Living in the U.S." is defined as being considered a "resident" of the United States for tax purposes. 

So, my question is whether or not I'm considered a "resident" for tax purposes if I'm U.S. citizen but I live all year in another country?

I appreciate all of your help. 

Thanks, 

Kyle