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Join us for the International Students Tax Workshop 2014 to understand tax filing requirements tailored for students who entered the U.S. in 2014. Learn about tax obligations based on your visa type, tax treaty status, and income sources. We’ll cover essential forms, including Form 8843 and Form 1040NR, as well as the consequences of failing to file. Ensure you don't jeopardize your immigration status and maximize your potential refund. Our expert, Maria Fletcher, will guide you through the process with resources and support.
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TAX WORKSHOP 2014
INTRODUCTORY ITEMS • Entered the U.S. in 2014? • Tax Treaty Country? • What country are you from? • Type of Visa? • Married to a U.S. resident or citizen? • 5 year test
Nonresident Students Filing Requirements All F, J, M, and Q status holders must file a Form 8843to substantiate non-residence and possibly a Form 1040NR-EZ or Form 1040NR.
FILING REQUIREMENT You must file Form 1040NR-EZ or 1040NR if you have: • Wages or Scholarship Income Exempt by Treaty • Wages of $3,900 or more • Taxable Scholarship Income • A Refund Due of Taxes Withheld
Consequences of Failure to File • You may lose a refund you are entitled to. • You may jeopardize your immigration status. Nonimmigrant alien status requires that the individual not violate any U.S. laws, including tax laws.
International Students (F& J) • Nonresident Alien Status • Includes immediate family members • All must file Form 8843
LINE 9 IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY BOX 8038, POCATELLO ID 83209 (208) 282-5304 LINE 10 MARIA FLETCHER, DIRECTOR OF INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY BOX 8038, POCATELLO ID 83209 (208) 282-5304
FORM 8843 Sign and date
Mail To: Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service Center Austin, TX 73301-0215
150 4,400 300
04 $2,000
$131 $960 15
$2,000 04
Box 2 Box 7
Finishing the Return • Attach 8843, W-2 and 1042-S • Sign & date • Keep copy • Mail by April 15
Mail To: Internal Revenue Service Center Austin, TX 73301-0215
Filing Requirements • Nonresident – Income over $2,500. File Form 43. • Any person who had Idaho income tax withheld can file even if not required to do so.