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Which Tax Forms Are Supported for Nonresidents in the U.S.?

Which Tax Forms Are Supported for Nonresidents in the U.S.? 📅 March 4, 2021 · 3 minute read 💼 Educational institutions and organizations that employ nonresident aliens in the U.S. must handle a wide range of tax forms to ensure proper compliance with IRS requirements. From scholarships and stipends to employment income, each type of…

5 Painful Payroll Problems Instantly Solved for Educational Institutions

5 Painful Payroll Problems Instantly Solved for Educational Institutions 📅 March 4, 2021 · 4 minute read 🎓 Managing payroll for nonresident aliens in educational institutions can be complicated.Students and scholars come from different countries, stay for different periods, and fall under varied tax rules — meaning no single approach fits all. Modern payroll systems…

Everything a Nonresident in the U.S. Needs to Know About the Second COVID Stimulus Payment

Everything a Nonresident in the U.S. Needs to Know About the Second COVID Stimulus Payment 📅 January 5, 2021 · 6 minute read 💵 In December, the U.S. government approved a new Economic Impact Payment (EIP) under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act, authorizing the IRS to send up to $600 per eligible…

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

How to track the processing of your North Carolina state tax return 📅 June 23, 2020 · 3 minute read 🏛️ North Carolina is one of the 43 U.S. states that taxes individual income.If you’re a nonresident alien and earned any income from North Carolina sources, you must file a state tax return. If you’ve…

I filed as a resident in 2018. I have since left the US. I received the CARES payment. What should I do?

I filed as a resident in 2018. I have since left the US. I received the CARES payment. What should I do? 📅 May 14, 2020 · 3 minute read 💵 In response to COVID-19, the U.S. government launched the CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security) Act — a stimulus program providing $1,200 to…

Key takeaways from our COVID-19 Tax Webinar!

Key takeaways from our COVID-19 Tax Webinar! 🎓 How coronavirus affected nonresident tax complianceOverview of common issues for international offices, payroll, visa sponsors, and nonresidents, plus clear answers to frequent questions. 💳 The CARES Act – Economic Impact Payment (EIP) 1️⃣ What is the EIP?One-time stimulus payment: $1,200 for single filers earning < $75,000 $2,400…

COVID-19, the CARES payment and the tax deadline – all of your nonresident tax questions answered!

COVID-19, the CARES payment and the tax deadline – all of your nonresident tax questions answered! 🗓️ Q. I owe 2019 U.S. tax and can’t pay by April 15. What should I do? Due to COVID-19, the federal filing and payment deadlines moved from April 15 to July 15, 2020.Most states also extended to July…

H-1B Visa – All Your Questions Answered!

H-1B Visa – All Your Questions Answered! 🎓 If you’re an international student in the U.S. on an F-1 visa and wish to stay after graduation, the H-1B visa may be your next step.This visa allows you to work in the U.S. temporarily — and can be a bridge toward a Green Card. 💡 What…

Where’s My Tax Refund?

Where’s My Tax Refund? 💰 Filed your tax return and wondering where your refund is?Once you mail your return, there can be a wait before the money arrives. Here’s how the process works and how to track your refund. 🏛️ Your Federal tax refund ⏱ TimingThe IRS generally advises waiting 4–6 weeks after you mail…

When can I expect my tax refund?

When can I expect my tax refund? 💰 How long does it take the IRS to process an international student tax return? Have you ever wondered what happens to your tax return after you mail it to the IRS?Or why it sometimes feels like you’re waiting forever for your refund?You’re not alone — many international…