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What is Form W-8BEN and who needs to fill it out?

byRory Lynskey
June 25, 2026

As a nonresident alien, Form W-8BEN is crucial for reducing your U.S. withholding tax. Dive into this complete guide for step-by-step instructions on who must file it and how to claim valuable tax treaty benefits.

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Do foreigners pay taxes in the U.S.? Income tax explained for nonresidents

byRory Lynskey
June 17, 2026

The U.S. tax system can be tricky – especially if you’re a nonresident. Whether you’re earning money, investing…

Form V2A Irish Dividend Tax Exemption for Nonresidents

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Form V2A Explained: How nonresidents can claim exemption from Irish Dividend Withholding Tax

byRory Lynskey
May 21, 2026

If you’re a nonresident investor receiving dividends from Irish companies, it’s very likely that tax will be deducted…

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Things to look out for on your payslip as a nonresident

byRory Lynskey
April 29, 2026

Are you overpaying tax as a nonresident? Learn how to spot common payroll errors, check tax treaty benefits, and audit your U.S. payslip for F-1/J-1 exemptions.

1098-T form for international students_ everything you need to know

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1098-T form for international students: everything you need to know

byRory Lynskey
April 23, 2026

Tax season can feel overwhelming, especially if you are an international student getting to grips with the U.S. tax system for…

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How to prepare the tax forms you need when you start a new job in the U.S.

bySprintax
April 20, 2026

Are you а nonresident starting a new job or CPT/OPT in the U.S.? If that’s the case, congratulations!…

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JJ1 Taxes

The ultimate guide to U.S. taxes for J-1 visa holders: how to file a J-1 tax return

bySprintax
March 23, 2026

Tens of thousands of people flock to the U.S. on J-1 student visas each year. Every J-1 participant…

Understanding the Statute of Limitations for dividend withholding tax reclaims

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Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Dividend Withholding Tax (DWT) reclaims

byRory Lynskey
March 9, 2026

In today’s global investment world, wealth and asset managers are feeling the squeeze. Performance is under pressure, and…

accidentally filed form 1040 instead of 1040-NR

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I accidentally filed form 1040 instead of 1040NR. How do I fix it?

byMia Kulkarni
March 4, 2026

If you filed Form 1040 instead of 1040-NR, you need to file an amended tax return as soon…

Form 1040 vs 1040NR vs 1040-X - which tax form should I use

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Form 1040 vs 1040NR vs 1040-X – which tax form should I file?

bySprintax
February 24, 2026

Coming to the U.S. from a foreign country presents both thrills and challenges to every nonresident. One of…

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OPT student taxes explained – the ultimate tax guide for international students

bySprintax
February 16, 2026

The ultimate tax guide for international students on OPT

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The W-4 tax form explained for nonresident aliens

byRory Lynskey
January 21, 2026

Key information you need to know before filling out the W-4 form as a nonresident alien, so that the correct amount of tax is withheld from your paychecks.