All posts tagged Nonresident state tax return

March 31, 2023

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 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.
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December 16, 2022

How to file a nonresident state tax return

Tax season can be difficult for a lot of nonresidents who move to the US.

With so many different aspects of taxes in the US, it can be easy to feel a little overwhelmed.

Filing both state taxes and federal taxes are vitally important to ensure your nonresident state income tax withholding is correct.

Nonresident state tax returns are one of the lesser-known areas of tax for many people, so in this blog post we’ll outline everything you need to know about them as well as how to file them.

So, without further ado, let’s dive right in! Continue reading “How to file a nonresident state tax return” »

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April 28, 2022

Missed the US tax return deadline? Here’s how to file late taxes

Last Updated: April 28, 2022

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” »

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February 24, 2022

Filing multiple state tax returns – how to do state taxes when you lived in two states
Filing taxes in multiple states doesn’t have to be a stress. Here’s everything you need to know about dual state tax filing

In this article you will discover:
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May 31, 2021

How to prepare your state tax only with Sprintax

The prospect of tax filing and tax returns can be confusing and daunting for international students in the US.

So, if this is how you feel, you are not alone!

Even if you have filed your federal tax return – you may not be finished with your tax requirements.

In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to prepare your state tax return the easiest way – with Sprintax!

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July 27, 2020

A complete state-by-state guide to US taxes for international students

Last updated: Aug 4, 2021

In the US, there are different tax rules and laws in each individual state, as well as at a federal level.

Depending on where you live, you may be required to file a state tax return. In this article we will outline what you need to know about each state’s tax filing requirement.

So, let’s start with the easy part.
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June 23, 2020

How to track the processing of your North Carolina state tax return?

North Carolina is one of the 43 states in America that taxes its residents’ individual income.

You must file a state tax return if you are a nonresident alien and your income from North Carolina sources is greater than $0.

If you have already filed your North Carolina state tax return ahead of the 17 May 2021 tax filing deadline, you may want to follow the progress of your return and the processing of your tax refund.

In this guide, we’re going to show you exactly how you can track your return and let you know what to do if you have not yet filed your taxes.
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March 26, 2020

US Tax deadline extended to 15 July 2020

Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, the IRS have announced a 90 day extension to the deadline to file and pay your federal taxes.
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July 8, 2019

Revealed: the 14 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 not alone! Even for the most financially savvy US citizen, American tax can be pretty tricky.

At Sprintax, we offer a 24/7 live chat service. Our chat team are on hand to guide our customers and answer all of their tax questions throughout the prep-process.

Following the close of the 2018 tax season, we thought it would be a good idea to run the numbers on the most common questions our team have received throughout the year and answer them here in this handy blog!
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April 23, 2019

Where’s My Tax Refund?

Filed your tax return and wondering where your refund is? Here’s how you can keep up to speed with your refund

With your tax return safely filed, you’re probably wondering ‘how long will it be before I receive my tax refund?’

Fortunately you can now get information about your tax refund online.

Here’s what you need to know…
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September 19, 2018

Can the college I choose to enroll in affect my US tax bill?

Want to work while studying in the US? It’s important to be aware that tax rates differ greatly from State to State.

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August 15, 2018

When can I expect my tax refund?

How long does it take the IRS to process an international student tax return?

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April 4, 2017

Sprintax state tax module for Massachusetts for 2016 tax preparation is live!

We are happy to announce that the Massachusetts state tax module for 2016 is live!
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March 27, 2017

Nonresident taxes explained for International students (Sprintax Tax Workshop)
Preparing your nonresident tax return can seem like a daunting task!

Sprintax has helped many international students and scholars through the process and is always striving to make their experience as stress-free as possible.

Check out our Tax Workshop playlist below – we explain the most important things you need to know about US taxes and using Sprintax. We’ve added a video recap below each video if you prefer to read.

Here is a list of topics we cover:
The tax deadline falls on to 18 April 2022, so don’t delay and create a Sprintax account now!

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February 27, 2017

I am an international student in US, how can I get a full refund of taxes paid?

(Last updated: 21 Mar 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.
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