> NZ and US would both tax me for that income. Yes, the US will tax US citizens on worldwide income, but not if you are paying taxes in another country and ear

> NZ and US would both tax me for that income. Yes, the US will tax US citizens on worldwide income, but not if you are paying taxes in another country and earning less than $100,000 USD per year: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foreign_earned_income_exclusion https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foreign_earned_income_exclusio... It's totally fine to live in New Zealand and work as a contractor for companies in other countries. I think it might actually be better, since you're bringing money into the country.