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October 9, 2023

Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre los impuestos de las “Au Pairs” en Estados Unidos

(Última actualización: 20 Nov 2023)

¿Sueñas con hacer un viaje internacional prolongado?

Muchas familias en Estados Unidos optan por contratar una Au Pair para sus hijos y cada año, miles de Au Pairs de entre 18 y 26 años vienen del extranjero.

Al adaptarse a su nueva vida en Estados Unidos, uno de los muchos retos que se encontrará una Au Pair es el de adaptarse al sistema fiscal estadounidense.

Por eso, hemos elaborado esta guía práctica con todo lo que una Au Pair debe saber sobre los impuestos en Estados Unidos. Continue reading “Todo lo que necesitas saber sobre los impuestos de las “Au Pairs” en Estados Unidos” »

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October 9, 2023

Tudo o que você precisa saber sobre os impostos de Au Pair nos EUA

(Ultima atualização: 20 Novembro 2023)

Sonha com uma longa viagem internacional?

Muitas famílias nos Estados Unidos optam por contratar uma au pair para seus filhos. Todos os anos, aproximadamente 20.000 au pairs entre 18 e 26 anos de idade vão aos EUA vindas de outros países.

Um dos muitos desafios que uma au pair terá que enfrentar no período de adaptação é o de se familiarizar com o sistema tributário americano.

Com isso em mente, elaboramos este guia prático com tudo o que uma au pair precisa saber sobre os impostos americanos. Continue reading “Tudo o que você precisa saber sobre os impostos de Au Pair nos EUA” »

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July 31, 2023

13 US tax questions every nonresident student asks us!

Are you a nonresident student in America? Do you find US tax to be confusing?

Don’t worry, you’re not alone! Even for the most financially savvy US citizen, American tax can be pretty tricky.

That’s why we’ve prepared a list of common questions nonresidents ask us and answer them here in this handy blog!
Continue reading “13 US tax questions every nonresident student asks us!” »

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June 15, 2023

Hiring J-1 Employees – A Complete Guide to employers’ tax requirements

Many employers in the US often find the tax obligations of their J-1 visa employees to be a challenging area to navigate.

With so many forms and information needed with each employee, there is no surprise that some employers find the process of tax withholding for J-1 visa students tricky. This, coupled with the fact they will not be a resident for tax purposes, make it more challenging.

The need to complete all of the forms correctly cannot be underestimated, as every nonresident needs to abide by US tax law.

In this guide we will examine the key tax information that US employers need to know when employing J1 workers.

Continue reading “Hiring J-1 Employees – A Complete Guide to employers’ tax requirements” »

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March 1, 2023

Nonresident alien tax filing explained

Last updated: 3 Aug 2023

Whether you are dreaming of a trip to the US, or you are about to embark on one, the prospect of jetting off to The Land of Opportunity is bound to be exciting.

While you get to grips with the culture in the US, one area that often confuses nonresidents is tax.

That’s why Sprintax is here!

We specialize in making tax as straightforward as possible to newcomers in the US.

So, without further ado, here’s our ultimate guide to filing taxes as a nonresident in the US. Continue reading “Nonresident alien tax filing explained” »

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February 3, 2023

Is Sprintax Returns Safe?

(Last updated: 1 Aug 2023)

How to securely file your tax return and retrieve your refund

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February 3, 2023

Sprintax安全吗?

如何安全地提交报税表及取回退款

每位非居民学生和J-1参与者都有法律义务在4月18日截止日期之前申报纳税.

对于每年成千上万的非居民来说，报税是令人难以置信的麻烦。

让我们面对现实吧。即使对美国人来说，美国的税收也是相当复杂的!因此，许多非居民寻求帮助完成纳税申报单是有道理的。

有无数的税务代理和会计师为国际学生和J-1参与者提供量身定制的美国税务服务。但事实是，并不是每个税务代理人的行为都符合其非居民客户的最佳利益。

让我们看看那些想要申请税务代理服务的非居民所面临的一些陷阱。 Continue reading “Sprintax安全吗?” »

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January 16, 2023

Tu status de residencia FISCAL en EE.UU. Te lo explicamos!

Determinar su estado de residencia fiscal es importante, ya que decidirá la cantidad de impuestos que debe pagar mientras se encuentra en los EE. UU.

El error más común que cometen los no residentes es presentar sus impuestos como residentes. Si un no residente se presenta como residente, puede reclamar beneficios y recibir reembolsos a los que NO tiene derecho.

La presentación incorrecta rompe los términos y condiciones de una visa de no residente, esto puede dar lugar a multas y sanciones y también puede poner en peligro sus futuras solicitudes de visa o tarjeta verde.

En este artículo, analizaremos todo lo que necesita saber sobre su residencia y cómo puede determinar su estado de residencia fiscal.

Continue reading “Tu status de residencia FISCAL en EE.UU. Te lo explicamos!” »

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October 10, 2022

Tax and Immigration for J-1/J-2 visa holders – 5 top takeaways from the Nonresident Tax Clinic

At the recent Nonresident Tax Clinic for J-1 visa holders, our panel of industry thought leaders explored the world of tax compliance and outlined the latest developments in rules and regulations for the taxation of J participants in the US.

This fascinating event was perfect for J program participants, J program sponsors, agents, responsible officers, employers of J visa holders or even if you simply have an interest in the J program.

If you missed the Nonresident Tax Clinic and would like to check it out, you can watch it back here. Continue reading “Tax and Immigration for J-1/J-2 visa holders – 5 top takeaways from the Nonresident Tax Clinic” »

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October 7, 2022

Explainer: What each Sprintax Product will do for you

It has been nearly one year since Sprintax underwent brand updates to ensure we were delivering the very best possible product for our customers.

Our goal is to assist employers and nonresidents alike in the US with preparing their taxes, ensuring they are 100% tax compliant.

Each brand offers a simple and easy-to-use product that couples peace of mind with tax compliance – often a rarity in the US!

So, what is each Sprintax product, and what will it do for you?

Find out below!

Continue reading “Explainer: What each Sprintax Product will do for you” »

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July 8, 2022

Form W-8BEN and W-8BEN-E – what are they and what is the difference between them?

(Updated for 2023)

The W-8 forms are notoriously tricky for nonresidents to complete.

However, it’s important to have a good understanding of these documents – especially if you intend to earn income while in the US.

So, with that in mind, we have gathered everything you need to know about form W-8BEN into this handy guide.

So what is the purpose of a W-8BEN? Let’s take a look…

Continue reading “Form W-8BEN and W-8BEN-E – what are they and what is the difference between them?” »

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June 3, 2022

What are my tax obligations as a nonresident self-employed worker in the US?

(Last updated: 13 June 2022)

It’s tricky being self-employed – after all, you need to keep a close eye on your income and all of your deductible expenses!

It’s even more tricky being self-employed in a country where you are unfamiliar with the local tax rules.

What’s more, when you are considered a nonresident for tax, special rules apply to you when compared with a resident.

In this blog we will cover the key information that nonresident self-employed individuals in the US need to know about their tax filing obligations. Continue reading “What are my tax obligations as a nonresident self-employed worker in the US?” »

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March 23, 2022

How to get the forms you will need to file your taxes as a nonresident

(Updated for 2023)

Tax season can be a difficult time for nonresidents in the US. After all, you are filing taxes in an unfamiliar country!

However, it’s not all bad – Sprintax is here to help!

And while filing your taxes may seem like a big job, you can make the job easier by breaking it down into smaller tasks.

Step one is to gather all of the income forms and documents you will need in order to file your return. Continue reading “How to get the forms you will need to file your taxes as a nonresident” »

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March 9, 2022

Top 8 tax myths international students in US believe in – DEBUNKED!

George Orwell once said: “Myths that are believed in tend to become true”.

Well, there might be a grain of truth in what he said but not when it comes to taxes and the U.S. taxation laws.

As an international student you are not supposed to know the US tax procedures concerning tax return filing by heart but at least you should be aware of the Top 8 tax myths that most international students tend to believe in.

So do not walk around believing in “old wives’ tax tales and check the most common tax myths DEBUNKED here!

Continue reading “Top 8 tax myths international students in US believe in – DEBUNKED!” »

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February 18, 2022

How are royalties paid to nonresidents taxed in the US

Many nonresidents who come to the US are unsure about various different aspects of taxation.

One of the areas that can prove troublesome is the taxation of royalties.

Many nonresidents are unsure how their royalty income will be taxed, and this can lead to a stressful situation come tax season.

Bearing that in mind, we have put together this article that outlines all you need to know about royalties and tax in the US.

Continue reading “How are royalties paid to nonresidents taxed in the US” »

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