Why can I not gift an app in iTunes Store?

I have a US iTunes account and am a US resident. I am temporarily overseas pursuant to government employment. When I enter a recipient's e-mail address the iTunes store says I need a valid recipient's e-mail address. This does not seem to be related to the international issue, and I am not on e local national internet store (nor would I be able to read it, enter account information, or sign up even if I tried).
What gives? Will I be able to gift apps when I return to the States?

You have to be in a country to use its store (you risk having your account disabled if you aren't), but that might not be causing the error.
Is your iTunes account name an email address : Re: Invalid gift please enter a valid recipient email ?

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If it really is only your email, that is not valid, reset your primary email address at https://appleid.apple.com/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MyAppleId.woa/
If that does not work, because of a forgotten password or security questions, or because your account has been disabled for security purposes, you need to give Apple Support a call - only they will be able to help you. See this webpage on how to contact Apple Support in your country: There are either telephone numbers given or an email form:
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It won't allow me to gift an app it keeps asking for payment info but I already have just enough money in my
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