All international students and their dependents must file at least one U.S. tax form for every year they are present in the U.S.
The form you submit depends on whether you received U.S. income, which includes wages, scholarships, housing stipends, cash awards, etc.
Tax Forms and Deadlines
| Did you receive U.S. income last calendar year? | Required Forms | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Yes, I earned U.S. income | IRS Form 1040NR-EZ or IRS Form 1040NR AND IRS Form 8843 | See IRS Deadlines |
| No, I did not earn U.S. income | IRS Form 8843 | See IRS Deadlines |
ACC employees cannot answer student-specific questions about taxes. Resources for information about taxes and tax filing include:
- Tax preparation software
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) website
- Tax professionals trained in foreign national taxes
Non-Resident Tax Preparation Assistance
Sprintax is an online solution for filing your non-resident taxes.
Volunteer Tax Preparation Assistance
IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
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