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This form is for use by alien individuals to explain the basis of their claim to exclude days of presence in the United States for the purposes of the substantial presence test, particularly for those

How to fill out form 8843

How to fill out Form 8843

1. Download Form 8843 from the IRS website.
2. Complete the top section with your name, address, and taxpayer identification number (if applicable).
3. Indicate your current visa status and the tax year for which you are filing.
4. Fill out Part I by providing the number of days you were present in the United States during the tax year.
5. In Part II, provide information about your education and the institution you were attending.
6. For Part III, indicate any dependents, if applicable.
7. Review the form for accuracy and completeness.
8. Sign and date the form.
9. Mail the completed Form 8843 to the address specified in the instructions.

Who needs Form 8843?

1. Non-resident aliens in the United States who are exempt from tax under a tax treaty.
2. Students and scholars on F, J, M, or Q visas.
3. Dependents of individuals who meet the criteria above.

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A federal tax return is a tax return you send to the IRS each year through Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return. It shows how much money you earned in a tax year and how much money you paid in taxes.

Does Sprintax file federal taxes?

Yes. Sprintax is approved by the IRS for federal tax e-filing and many nonresidents will be able to file their 1040-NR tax return without ever having to leave the comfort of their own home!

Is form 8843 a federal tax return?

Form 8843 is not a U.S. income tax return. It is an informational statement required by the IRS for nonresidents for tax purposes. It should be submitted for every nonresident tax payer present in the U.S. at any point during the previous calendar year, including spouses, partners, and children.

Are K-1s part of a tax return?

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What is the last date for form 8843?

Students who were physically present in the U.S. for any part of the previous tax year 2024 must submit Form 8843 to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to declare your exempt status for the previous year. Deadline to submit this form is June 16, 2025 (if this is the only form that you are filing).

What happens if I don't file form 8843?

What If Form 8843 Is Not Filed? There is no monetary penalty for not filing Form 8843. However, days of presence that are excluded must be properly recorded by filing Form 8843. Not doing so could affect the taxability of income or treaty benefits.

Can I file form 8843 electronically?

The Form 8843 can be electronically filed with the Form 1040-NR. For those not required to file a Form 1040-NR, a paper Form 8843 must be mailed to the Internal Revenue Service Center in Austin, TX by the due date for the Form 1040-NR.

What type of tax return do F-1 students need?

Do international students have to file a tax return? Most F-1 students are considered nonresident aliens by the IRS. As a nonresident alien, you will need to file form 1040-NR (federal tax return) to assess your federal income and taxes.

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What is Form 8843?

Form 8843 is a tax form used by certain nonresident aliens to explain their status and to claim exemption from the substantial presence test.

Who is required to file Form 8843?

Individuals who are nonresident aliens and are in the U.S. as students, teachers, or trainees, as well as dependents of these individuals, are required to file Form 8843.

How to fill out Form 8843?

To fill out Form 8843, one must provide personal information, including name, address, and identification number, along with details about their presence in the U.S. and the educational institution they are associated with.

What is the purpose of Form 8843?

The purpose of Form 8843 is to determine the residency status of nonresident aliens for tax purposes and provide information necessary for compliance with U.S. tax laws.

What information must be reported on Form 8843?

The information that must be reported on Form 8843 includes the individual's name, address, status in the U.S. (student, teacher, etc.), the number of days present in the U.S., and information about the educational institution.