Non Resident Alien Tax Software

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Non-resident aliens are subjected to U.S. taxes and they are required to file tax return using either 1040NR or 1040NR-EZ tax forms. If you are not a United State citizen or a Green Card holder (permanent resident), then you need to find whether you are resident or non resident for tax purposes. Filing as residents is advantages as you will be able to claim many credits and deductions which are not allowed for non resident alien tax form 1040NR.

Work Visa (H1-B)

You will be considered as a resident for tax purposes, if you are present in United States for more 183 days during tax year. If your presence in United States is less than 183 days, you may be able take advantage of special rules like first year choice, if continue to work in United States in the following year. It is possible in most of the cases for those who are working on a work visa like H1-B or L. Contact a qualified tax professional and ask about first year choice.

International Students

The international students normally file a non resident tax return if they earn any income from United States sources. They need to file Form 8843 to report their presence in the United States even if they don't have to file income tax return. This is required to maintain their status in United States. International students are not subjected to the social security taxes and if you are a OPT student then your employer might have withheld payroll taxes from your paycheck. You need to file Form 843 to receive a tax refund.

Tax Treaties

When filing a non resident tax form you need check whether any tax treaty exists between United States and the country your citizenship. If so you will be able to get additional benefits as per the treaty terms.

If you need to file non-resident alien tax return, you can use one of the top tax software like TurboTax. There are tax software specialized in non-resident alien taxes which may provide additional information.