You generally remain a resident of the same U.S. state where you resided before going overseas to work.
When you complete the Personal Interview:
- Enter your state of residence at the time you left to work overseas as your "state of residence";
- Answer "No" when asked if you "Lived in another state in 2016?" That question only applies if you changed your state of residence in 2016.
- When asked if you "Earned money in another state?", answer "Yes". That "Other state" would be a U.S. or Foreign Possession", the last choice on the drop-down menu.
What makes you
a resident of a state (or country)?
Generally, you're a resident of a state (or
country) if you intend to either stay there permanently, or return
there after a temporary absence. It's where home is – where you come
back to after being away on vacation, business trip, overseas or
out-of-state employment, or school. Many factors are considered, not
the least of which are where you are registered to vote, own homestead property
and are licensed to drive.
