U.S. Missionary Taxed on World-Wide Income

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Question:

My 22 year-old son is a missionary in north Africa.He received a W-2 for his 2011 compensation. Is it taxable in the U.S.?
Answer:
Yes, world-wide income must be reported both forfederal and state income taxes. However, he may be able to file Form 2555 toreceive the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion.
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