Get the free Form 8843

This form is used by alien individuals to explain the basis for excluding days of presence in the United States for tax purposes due to their exempt status or medical conditions.

How to fill out form 8843

How to fill out Form 8843

1. Obtain a copy of Form 8843.
2. Fill out Part I with your personal information, such as name, address, and identification number.
3. Complete Part II, indicating your status (e.g., student, teacher, or trainee) and the educational institution or employer.
4. Fill out Part III regarding the number of days you were present in the United States during the year.
5. If required, complete Part IV, providing information about your tax treaty benefits, if applicable.
6. Sign and date the form.
7. Submit the form by the tax filing deadline to the appropriate address.

Who needs Form 8843?

1. Non-resident aliens in the United States who are filing a tax return or are claiming an exemption from tax based on their status as students or teachers.
2. Individuals on F, J, M, or Q visas who have been in the U.S. and are required to report their presence to the IRS.
3. Individuals who are claiming the benefits of a tax treaty and need to explain their status.

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What is considered federal tax return?

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?

Schedule K-1 is an IRS form used by partnerships, S corporations, and estates and trusts to declare the income, deductions, and credits that partners, shareholders, and beneficiaries have received in the tax year. Individual taxpayers transfer the financial information on their K-1s to their tax returns.

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 U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) form used by certain nonresident aliens to claim a personal exemption from being treated as a resident for tax purposes.

Who is required to file Form 8843?

Form 8843 must be filed by nonresident aliens who are present in the United States primarily for the purpose of studying, teaching, or conducting research, and who are exempt from the substantial presence test.

How to fill out Form 8843?

To fill out Form 8843, individuals should provide their personal information, including name, address, and taxpayer identification number, and complete sections regarding their immigration status and educational activities in the U.S.

What is the purpose of Form 8843?

The purpose of Form 8843 is to document an individual's exempt status from the substantial presence test and to provide the IRS with information on their type of visa and duration of stay in the U.S.

What information must be reported on Form 8843?

Information that must be reported on Form 8843 includes personal identification details, residency status, the type of visa held, the purpose of presence in the U.S., and the number of days spent in the U.S.