(Last updated: 9 Oct 2023)
Each year, thousands of au pairs move to the US to live with host families.
We’ve put this handy guide together to fill you in on everything you need to know about foreign au pairs and tax in the US.
Continue reading “A Complete Tax Guide for Au Pairs in the U.S.” »
Last Updated: September 20, 2023
Every nonresident alien in the US is obliged to file a federal tax return before the tax deadline, which in 2023 was 18 April.
If you’re an international student or scholar in the US, by law you must file Form 8843 at least, but depending on your circumstances, you may also need to file a Federal tax return by filing a 1040NR, a State Tax return or two and maybe even a FICA return.
Not filing a tax return could get you into a whole heap of trouble, leaving you with hefty tax fines and penalties, on top of possible problems getting US visas in the future. Continue reading “Missed the US tax return deadline? Here’s how to file late taxes” »
尽管纳税申报可能不是国际学生在美国生活中最令人兴奋的方面，但正确填写这些表格的重要性不容低估。
事实上，您处理国际学生税务事务的方式将对您未来绿卡和签证申请产生重大影响。
考虑到这一点，我们为持F-1签证在美国的国际学生和学者制作了这份方便的税务指南。
我们已经涵盖了所有你需要知道的关于纳税申报，退款，以及如何留在税务人员的好书!那么，让我们开始吧!
为了方便浏览本指南，我们在下面的目录中列出了主要涉及的主题。 Continue reading “填写国际学生纳税申报表 – 持F-1签证的国际学生的美国税收季节生存手册” »
(Last updated: 1 Aug 2023)
Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about U.S. taxes. Continue reading “Your frequently asked nonresident tax questions answered” »
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!” »
(Last updated: 23 June 2023)
Many international students on F-1, J-1, M-1 and Q engage in practical training and earn income through one of the USCIS (United States Citizenship and Immigration Services) approved programs or participate in on-campus and off-campus employment during or post-study.
Continue reading “How to Get a Full Tax Refund as an International Student in US” »
(Last updated: 5 June 2023)
While tax filing might not be the most exciting aspect of international student life in the US.
After all, tax returns for international students probably weren’t high on your list of priorities when moving to the US!
However, the importance of completing these forms correctly cannot be underestimated – the way you handle your international student tax affairs will have a major impact on future Green Card and visa applications.
With this in mind, we’ve created this handy tax guide for international students and scholars in the US on an F-1 visa.
We’ve covered everything you need to know about tax returns, refunds, and how to stay in the taxman’s good books! So, let’s get started!
If you are a nonresident alien (NRA) who lived or worked in the US, you will have tax responsibilities, regardless of whether you earned income.
In essence, every nonresident is required to file their taxes.
When you sit down to file you may discover that you owe tax. But don’t worry, it is very common for nonresidents to owe money to the IRS.
In this guide we discover some of the reasons you may owe tax and how to file your tax return
Continue reading “Why do I owe federal tax on my 1040NR tax return?” »
Need to file a US nonresident tax return from outside America?
Don’t worry. You’re not alone! Countless nonresidents face this very predicament every year.
Filing from outside the US can pose its own unique set of challenges. But, with some planning, organization and a little help from your friends at Sprintax, filing your documents can be easier than you think!
In this handy guide, we’ve got 5 top tips to follow if you’re filing your nonresident tax documents from outside the US.
Continue reading “How to File Your Nonresident Tax Return from Outside the US” »
Last updated: 16 January 2023
Resident or Nonresident – this is the question!
Determining your tax residency status is important, as it will determine how much tax you must pay while in the US.
The most common mistake nonresidents make is filing their taxes as a resident. If a nonresident files as a resident they can claim benefits and receive refunds that they’re not entitled to. Incorrect filing breaks the terms and conditions of a nonresident visa, this can lead to fines and penalties and you may also jeopardize your future visa or green card applications.
In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know about your residency and how you can determine your residency status.
Continue reading “Your US Tax Residency Status Explained” »
(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?” »
If you have received an IRS 1099-K form, you may be wondering whether the document has any implications for your tax requirements in the US.
You may receive a 1099-K document (also referred to as a Payment Card and Third Party Network Transactions form) if you received payments through credit or bank card transactions. Continue reading “Are nonresidents subject to tax if they receive a Form 1099-K?” »
(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” »
There is some confusion from nonresidents in the US around the topic of stimulus payments from the pandemic.
Nonresidents are typically not eligible to receive these payments. However, the IRS sent many checks to nonresidents in error.
The IRS has recently announced that people who are missing a stimulus payment or got less than the full amount may be eligible to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2020 or 2021 federal tax return.
In this guide we will cover everything a nonresident needs to know about the Recovery Rebate Credit. Continue reading “Everything a nonresident needs to know about the US Recovery Rebate Credit” »
(Last updated: 17 Feb 2023)
It has never been easier to file your nonresident US federal tax return.
We are thrilled to announce that Sprintax – the best online solution for nonresident federal and state tax returns – is now live for Federal E-Filing.
This means that, by completing the easy Sprintax questionnaire, you can file your 2022 federal return directly with the IRS online.
Sprintax is now approved by the IRS to submit Federal tax returns electronically (E-Filing).
In short, this means you no longer need to download, print and mail a physical copy of your tax return to the US tax office. Instead, you can now file your federal tax return without ever having to leave the comfort of your own home.
By E-Filing your tax return, you can ensure that your taxes are processed by the IRS faster than if you filed a paper tax return.
When you complete the Sprintax questionnaire and proceed through the order breakdown and payment stage, you will be ready to submit your 2022 US tax return.
If you wish to E-File your taxes, you must firstly confirm that you have not previously E-Filed your 2021 tax return before.
You can then click the ‘Proceed with E-File’ button to move to the next step.
To E-File your tax return you must first electronically sign your tax return using the information requested on the screen.
Before you can sign your return, we must verify your identity. To do so, we will ask you to provide information from your previous federal tax return.
If you filed a federal tax return last year, you can either provide your prior year adjusted gross income or your self-selected 5-digit pin.
You can find your adjusted gross income on line 11 of your 2021 1040NR. Please ensure the information you provide here is correct.
If you did not file a tax return for tax year 2021, please enter ‘0’ as your prior year adjusted gross income.
If you filed an amended tax return for tax year 2021, please enter the adjusted gross income listed on the return you filed originally.
You will be required to select any 5-digit number (other than 00000) to electronically sign your tax return. Ensure you keep a record of this pin in a safe place.
You will need to acknowledge that this pin is your signature and that and that you are now authorizing transmission of your return.
Next, you must read the disclaimer and consent statements and confirm your agreement and that you have reviewed the information that you have entered and examined your tax return.
You will also need to confirm that the social security numbers of each person on the return are correct.
You must then sign the above consent disclosure by entering your date of birth.
Finally, simply click ‘E-File My Return’ to electronically send your tax return to the IRS.
No. You can only E-File your federal tax return with Sprintax.
However, if you are required to file a state tax return, Sprintax will help you to prepare the documents you need.
When you complete our questionnaire, our software will provide you with your completed state tax return.
To file your tax return, simply download, print and sign your documents and mail them to the tax office.
At present, E-Filing is only available for the 2021 tax year and later years.
However, Sprintax can help you to prepare the tax documents you need for prior tax years.
No.
You will not be able to file online if:
If you are not eligible to E-File your taxes, don’t worry. You can still download your completed forms from Sprintax and mail them to the IRS
Note: If your W2 forms do not have a control number you must enter any 5 digit number instead.
No. If you would prefer not to file your taxes online, you can file by mail instead. Simply download your tax return, print it, sign it, and mail it to the IRS.
It is important to file your tax return before the 18 April 2023.
If you owe the IRS money and you don’t file your tax return by the deadline, you may incur late filing fines and penalties from the IRS. You may also jeopardize your future US visa applications.
What’s more, 70% of Sprintax users receive a tax refund. By not filing, you risk missing out on your tax refund.
The average federal refund is $1,126. Do you really want to leave that kind of money in the US? Of course not!
Every nonresident in the US has a tax filing requirement.
If you earned income in the US, you will be required to file a federal tax return. You may also have a state tax filing requirement.
Nonresident aliens who are in the US on a J or F visa must file a Form 8843 “Statement of Exempt Individuals and Individuals with a Medical Condition” even if they received no income in the US.
No matter what nonresident tax document you need to file, Sprintax can help you.
Get started with your US nonresident tax return here.
Sprintax will cater to all of your nonresident tax filing requirements.
To file your US federal tax return online with Sprintax, simply create your account or login here.
Next, we will ask you a couple of easy questions about your time in the US and the income you earned.
Our software will then automatically apply any treaty benefits or tax relief you are entitled to – minimizing your tax bill!
You will then have the opportunity to either E-File or download your completed documents.
It’s that easy!