How to prepare the tax forms you need when you start a new job in the U.S.
Are you а nonresident starting a new job or CPT/OPT in the U.S.? If that’s the case, congratulations!…
The ultimate guide to U.S. taxes for J-1 visa holders: how to file a J-1 tax return
Tens of thousands of people flock to the U.S. on J-1 student visas each year. Every J-1 participant…
How to file taxes from previous years as a nonresident alien
People do not file their taxes for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you forgot or were unaware that…
The top 5 mistakes U.S. nonresidents make on their tax returns and how to avoid them
U.S. tax is tricky and it is easy to make a mistake when filing your tax return. Such…
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 for your tax requirements in the U.S.
U.S. Nonresident alien tax filing explained
Whether you are dreaming of a trip to the U.S. or you are about to embark on one,…
Top 8 tax myths international students in U.S. believe in – DEBUNKED!
George Orwell once said: “Myths that are believed in tend to become true”. Well, there might be a…
13 U.S. tax questions every nonresident student asks us!
Are you a nonresident student in America? Do you find U.S. tax to be confusing? Don’t worry, you’re…
Everything international students wanted to know about U.S. tax (but were afraid to ask!)
You might be surprised to learn that, at present, there are over 1.2 million international students studying in…
Your frequently asked nonresident tax questions answered
Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about U.S. taxes. What we cover…
FICA tax explained for nonresident aliens
Do nonresident aliens have to pay Social Security and Medicare (FICA) tax? And what should you do when…
What income is taxable for nonresident aliens in the U.S.?
Taxable income that nonresidents must include on their federal tax return
Your U.S. Tax Residency Status Explained
Resident or Nonresident – this is the question! Determining your tax residency status is important, as it will…
Tax guide for summer camp counselors on J-1 visa
The camp counselor program allows you to share your culture and ideas while working in a camp setting…
Nonresident aliens: Your guide to navigating the COVID-19 CARES Act Stimulus Payments
In December 2024, the IRS began issuing payments for the unclaimed Recovery Rebate Credit under the American Rescue Plan Act (COVID stimulus payments) to individuals that did not file 2021/2022 tax returns.