Important information for J-1 visa holders before they leave the US
Are you currently in the US on a J-1 visa? Or perhaps you are planning to visit the…
I have received a 1042-S – what do I do now?
Are you living in the United States and recently received a Form 1042-S? Don’t worry; you’re not alone.…
What are my tax obligations as a nonresident self-employed worker in the US?
(Last updated: 6 Mar 2025) It’s tricky being self-employed – after all, you need to keep a close…
A Complete Tax Guide for Au Pairs in the US
(Last updated: 16 Apr 2025) Each year, thousands of au pairs move to the US to live with…
Tax Rules for International Students in the US
(Last updated: 24 Mar 2025) The tax you pay in the US is determined by your residency status…
My state residency differs from my federal residency. How is this possible?
We’re here to clear your residency confusion! All Foreign Nationals living, working or studying in the US are…
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…
The top 5 mistakes US nonresidents make on their tax returns and how to avoid them
US tax is tricky and it is easy to make a mistake when filing your tax return. Such…
Everything international students wanted to know about US tax (but were afraid to ask!)
You might be surprised to learn that, at present, there are over 1.1 million international students studying in…
Do H2B visa workers pay taxes? All you need to know
Are you an H-2B visa worker trying to understand the US tax system? You’re not alone! Many H-2B…
The dangers of not filing your tax return as a nonresident alien
If you have worked or studied in the USA, did you know that you are obliged to file…
How to file your nonresident tax return from outside the US
Need to file a US nonresident tax return from outside America? Don’t worry. You’re not alone! Countless nonresidents face…
How to Get a Full Tax Refund as an International Student in US
Many international students on F-1, J-1, M-1 and Q engage in practical training and earn income through one…
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…
Why do I owe federal tax on my 1040NR tax return?
If you are a nonresident alien (NRA) who lived or worked in the US, you will have tax…