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…
The Ultimate International Student Freshman Survival Guide
(Updated for 2025) Congratulations! You have been accepted into college or university in the US. That makes you…
Filing an international student tax return – US tax season survival guide for students on F-1 visa
A handy tax guide for international students and scholars in the US on an F-1 visa Tax filing…
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…
How to prepare for the 2024 US tax season – nonresident alien’s tax guide
The deadline for filing your 2024 US tax return is April 15, 2025, and it’s never too early…
5 Important US tax documents every international student should know
Let’s face it – tax is super boring! And when you move to the US as an international…
How to open a US bank account as an international student
As an international student traveling over to the US, you will likely have considered the possibility of opening…
Are nonresidents subject to tax if they receive a Form 1099-K?
If you have received an IRS 1099-K form, you may be wondering whether the document has any implications…
Forget fees! Here’s how you can secure a US college scholarship
Here are two things most prospective international students know about studying in the US. When you study in…
It’s time to talk about Community College
You want to study in the US. But what’s your next step? Many students in your position will research…
Moving to the US to study? Here’s 10 things to expect
From your daunting first day to excelling in the classroom – top tips to make the most of…
How the ‘Tax Cuts and Jobs Act’ affects every nonresident student in the US
What you need to know about the GOP tax reform We examine how the Tax Cuts and Jobs…
Tax Rules for International Students in the US
(Last updated: 21 Apr 2021) The tax you pay in the US is determined by your residency status…