By: Hansa Patel
Nonresident aliens should file tax form 1040NR if they have who have US income:
The 1040NR is also required for individuals that file taxes on behalf of nonresident aliens. These may include representatives/agents, fiduciaries of a foreign national’s estate or trust, and the resident/person/foreign student/domestic fiduciary charged with the care of a non-resident foreign national or their property. 1040NR-EZ may be filed in place of the 1040NR if the nonresident alien does not claim any dependents, and their US income sources are only:
Nonresident aliens are foreign nationals that have not passed the green card test or substantial presence test. The substantial presence test requires that someone has been physically present in the US for:
Students on F or J visas must file as nonresident aliens for tax purposes during the first five calendar years of their time in the US.
Deadlines vary based on an individual’s income source. 15th day of 4th month after the tax year ends (April 15th if using the calendar year): If you are an employee and receive wages subject to US income tax withholding, or have an office/place of business in the US 15th day of 6th month after the tax year ends (June 15th if using the calendar year): If you are not an employee or self-employed, or do not have an office/place of business in the US Extensions can be filed using Form 4868.
Income effectively connected with a US trade or business is taxed after allowable deductions at the same amount as a US Citizen or resident. US FDAP income is taxed at a flat 30% or lower treaty rate. No deductions are allowed for this income.
For assistance filing Form 1040NR, or filing any other tax form, contact an experienced Chugh CPA.
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