Originally Answered: Telecommuting and Working Remotely: Is it Possible to Live in Europe with a US Job? As several others have said, the answer is yes, but with a few caveats. Most European countries have freelancer visas or long-stay visas for people whose income comes from outside the country.

Can I work remotely in another country for a US company?

To qualify, work-remote travelers must be employed by a company or be self-employed in their home country. Travelers are not allowed to render services to and receive income from an Aruban company or individual without a separate work or business permit.

Do I have to pay US tax on foreign income?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen or a resident alien living outside the United States, your worldwide income is subject to U.S. income tax, regardless of where you live. However, you may qualify for certain foreign earned income exclusions and/or foreign income tax credits.

Can I work remotely for a US company in the UK?

You can’t be employed as an employee in the US living in the UK because you need to be physically in the country and have the right to be employed in order to do that. Yes, but only if you pay income tax to the United Kingdom, the country you are employed, and meet tax liability requirements.

Do you have to work outside the US to qualify for W2?

Foreign Earned Income Exclusion – An American living and working abroad can exclude foreign-earned income up to $100,800 as of 2015 from U.S. taxation. To qualify, you must have lived outside the United States for 330 days in 12 consecutive months.

Can a US citizen work for a UK company?

So, it is likely that a UK payroll will be operated and you will have UK taxes deducted. If you are also a US Citizen then you will also be liable to US tax on your worldwide income which will include the income from the UK company. You will however be able to claim double tax relief, thus reducing your US taxes for the UK tax suffered.

Is it possible to work from a different country?

“Foreign labor certification programs are designed to assure that the admission of foreign workers to work in the United States on a permanent or temporary basis will not adversely affect the job opportunities, wages and working conditions of American workers.”

Can a US company hire a foreigner living in Argentina?

“A U.S. company might want to hire someone in Argentina who can work from home, but the work would be for the U.S company (and not be related to any work in Argentina).” The All Business website clearly states no immigration visa or Green Card is necessary if a U.S. employer hires a foreigner living abroad: “Understand visa requirements.