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The American Outpost Forum

Peer-to-peer discussion for Americans living abroad. Ask questions, share experience, connect with people navigating the same situations.

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Resource Categories

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US Taxes Abroad

FBAR, FATCA, FEIE, Form 1116, foreign tax credits, state tax obligations, working with expat CPAs.

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Banking Without Borders

Keeping US accounts open, expat-friendly banks, international transfers, credit scores, investment accounts.

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Overseas Voting

UOCAVA registration, FPCA process, absentee ballots, which state to vote in, ballot tracking.

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Legal

Prenuptial agreements, international marriage contracts, jurisdiction questions, choice of law, cross-border estate planning.

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Healthcare

International health insurance, ACA requirements, US healthcare during visits, medical evacuation coverage.

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VA Benefits

Disability compensation abroad, Foreign Medical Program, GI Bill for foreign schools, VA claims while overseas.

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Marriage & Family

US citizenship transmission, international marriage recognition, cross-border custody, family legal documents.

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Domicile & State Residency

Leaving high-tax states, establishing new domicile, intent vs. residency, domicile for expats with no US address.

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General

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General Discussion

Everything else about life as an American living abroad - culture, logistics, community, recommendations, and open conversation.

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