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Nonresident Aliens and the CARES Act: What to Do If You Received a Stimulus Payment in Error

Nonresident Aliens and the CARES Act: What to Do If You Received a Stimulus Payment in Error 📅 January 20, 2025 – ⏱ 7 minute read 😕 Stimulus confusion, made simple If you’re a nonresident who just got an unexpected payment from the IRS, you’re not alone. Between stimulus checks, Recovery Rebate Credits, and residency…

How to Know If You Qualify for the U.S. Recovery Rebate Credit as a Nonresident

How to Know If You Qualify for the U.S. Recovery Rebate Credit as a Nonresident 📅 January 20, 2025 – ⏱ 4 minute read Last updated: January 20, 2025 😕 Stimulus confusion, sorted You came to the U.S. to study or work, not to decode pandemic stimulus rules. If you’re a nonresident who received a…

Trading on Robinhood as a Nonresident? Don’t Ignore These U.S. Tax Rules

Trading on Robinhood as a Nonresident? Don’t Ignore These U.S. Tax Rules January 17, 2025 – ⏱ 6 minute read 📱 Your phone, a few taps… and now taxes 🧾 Investing has never been easier. You can buy and sell shares on the bus, between classes, or during your lunch break. But if you’re a…

FICA Tax Exemptions Explained for Nonresident Employees and J-1 Students

FICA Tax Exemptions Explained for Nonresident Employees and J-1 Students January 17, 2025 – 4 minute read 💼 Understanding FICA: The Tax That Often Confuses Nonresidents If you’ve ever looked at a U.S. paycheck and noticed “FICA” deductions, you might have wondered — what is that, and should I even be paying it? For nonresident…

How to Add Investment Income When Filing Your U.S. Tax Return (for J1 Students and Nonresidents)

How to Add Investment Income When Filing Your U.S. Tax Return (for J1 Students and Nonresidents) January 16, 2025 – 4 minute read 💼 Your First Investment Lesson in the U.S. You’ve worked hard, saved up, and maybe even decided to invest a little while living in the U.S. — perhaps through Robinhood, eToro, or…

OPT Student Taxes Explained – The Ultimate Tax Guide for International Students 

OPT Student Taxes Explained – The Ultimate Tax Guide for International Students January 16, 2025 – 5 minute read 🎓 Understanding Taxes While on OPT Are you an international student currently on OPT (Optional Practical Training)? If so, understanding your US tax obligations is essential. Filing your taxes correctly ensures you stay compliant with US…

Dividend Withholding Tax Refunds Explained: How to Recover What’s Yours from Foreign Payments

Dividend Withholding Tax Refunds Explained: How to Recover What’s Yours from Foreign Payments January 16, 2025 – 6 minute read 🌍 Investing abroad: are you paying too much tax? You finally started investing internationally — maybe through shares in a company abroad or an employee stock program. Everything seems great… until you notice a chunk…

How to apply for a Social Security Number as a nonresident / international student in the US

How to apply for a Social Security Number as a nonresident / international student in the US January 16, 2025 – 7 minute read Starting your US journey 🇺🇸✨ You’ve just arrived in the United States — ready to study, work, and explore new opportunities. But before you receive your first paycheck or open a…

Hiring J-1 Employees – A Complete Guide to Employers’ Tax Requirements

Hiring J-1 Employees – A Complete Guide to Employers’ Tax Requirements 📅 January 16, 2025⏱️ 10-minute read Hiring international talent under the J-1 visa program can bring fresh energy, global perspectives, and valuable skills to your organization. But along with these benefits comes one big responsibility — getting their tax withholding and compliance right from…

The Ultimate Tax Guide for J-1 Scholars, Teachers and Researchers

The Ultimate Tax Guide for J-1 Scholars, Teachers and Researchers by J1 Summer Tax Back📅 January 15, 2025⏱️ 4 minute read When you land in the U.S. as a J-1 scholar, teacher, or researcher, your mind is likely focused on your work, your students, or your research project — not on taxes. But sooner or…