Yes changes to the law now allows Gov contractors who's "abode" is in the US to qualify under the 330-day rule
The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018, enacted in February, changed the tax home requirement for eligible taxpayers, enabling them to claim the foreign earned income exclusion even if their “abode” is in the United States. The new law applies for tax year 2018 and subsequent years.
The foreign earned income exclusion is not automatic. Eligible taxpayers must file a U.S. income tax return each year with either a Form 2555 or Form 2555-EZ attached. These forms, instructions and Publication 54, Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad
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Yes changes to the law now allows Gov contractors who's "abode" is in the US to qualify under the 330-day rule
The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018, enacted in February, changed the tax home requirement for eligible taxpayers, enabling them to claim the foreign earned income exclusion even if their “abode” is in the United States. The new law applies for tax year 2018 and subsequent years.
The foreign earned income exclusion is not automatic. Eligible taxpayers must file a U.S. income tax return each year with either a Form 2555 or Form 2555-EZ attached. These forms, instructions and Publication 54, Tax Guide for U.S. Citizens and Resident Aliens Abroad
The link below provides information that you may find useful.