TeresaM
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Tax help for military filers

Yes, you should check the box for "Worked outside the U.S." on the Let's check for uncommon situations screen after you enter your Form W-2. However, because your employer is the U.S. DOD, you will not be eligible for a Foreign Income Exclusion, and there would also not be any foreign taxes paid that would apply toward the Foreign Tax Credit.

 

 

 

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