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Don’t Have an American Bank Account? Here’s How to Get Your Hands on Your Tax Refund from Outside the US Every year, thousands of nonresidents in the US are entitled to claim a tax refund. But there’s one common problem — receiving that refund from abroad. The IRS only transfers refunds to U.S. bank accounts,…

What Is Form 8233 and How Do You File It? When you work in the U.S. as a nonresident, understanding tax forms can be confusing. But one of the most important forms you need to know about is Form 8233 — because it can help you avoid paying too much tax on your income. Here’s…

Keep Your Tax Records When Tax Season Is Over — Here’s Why When tax season ends, it’s tempting to take a deep breath, relax, and forget about taxes entirely.But before you do, there’s one last step you shouldn’t skip — keeping your tax records safe. Here’s why storing your tax documents matters, how long you…

Missed the US Tax Return Deadline? Here’s How to File Late Taxes Every international student, scholar, or exchange visitor in the U.S. is required to file a federal tax return before the tax deadline — April 15, 2025. If you’re a nonresident alien and didn’t file your taxes on time, don’t panic! You still have…

Understanding the US-India Tax Treaty for Nonresidents: What F-1, J-1, and H-1B Visa Holders Need to Know The U.S.–India Tax Treaty provides several unique tax advantages for Indian nationals working, studying, or training in the U.S. If you’re in the U.S. on an F-1, J-1, or H-1B visa, understanding how this treaty applies to you…

Tax Guide for Institutions Hiring International Medical Professionals in the U.S. As U.S. healthcare systems expand their global reach, hospitals and universities are increasingly hiring international medical professionals — from doctors and researchers to residents and fellows. While this brings vital expertise to American institutions, it also introduces complex tax compliance requirements for HR and…

The Impact of Double Taxation Treaties on Swiss Dividend Withholding Tax (DWT) Refunds for ESOP Participants When employees participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) that includes shares in Swiss companies, they’re often subject to Swiss Dividend Withholding Tax (DWT) — one of the highest in the world at 35%. The good news? Thanks…

How Nonresident Aliens Can Get an ITIN Before Tax Season If you’re a nonresident alien in the United States, it’s essential to stay compliant with the IRS — and that starts with having the right tax identification number. When filing your U.S. tax return, you’ll need either a Social Security Number (SSN) or an Individual…

Swiss Dividend Withholding Tax for UK Residents: How to Reclaim What You’re Owedby J1 Summer Tax Back If you’re a UK resident receiving dividends from Swiss investments, you’ll likely face a 35% withholding tax on your earnings. That’s a significant amount — but the good news is that you may be able to reclaim a…

Do Foreigners Pay Taxes in the U.S.? Income Tax Explained for Nonresidentsby J1 Summer Tax Back Understanding the U.S. tax system can be confusing—especially if you’re a nonresident earning income or holding investments in the country. Whether you’re working, studying, investing, or just visiting, it’s important to know what types of taxes may apply and…