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    Sep 11, 2013, 11:26 PM
    Foreign pension
    How will I report australia's superannuation contribution made by my employer in 1040 form? I am a us citzizen living and working here in Australia.
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    Sep 12, 2013, 08:16 AM
    I would have to research the treaty to be sure, but I believe the employer's contribution would have to be added to Line #7 as added wages. It makes no difference if your total line #7 amount is less than the exclusion amount for Form 2555 ($94,000).
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