J-1 Departure: File Before or After You Leave?

J-1 Departure: File Before or After You Leave?

Filing Process J-1 departure return: should you file before or after you leave? Wondering whether to file your J-1 taxes before departure or wait until you are home? Here is the honest answer. July 2026 4 min read By Paola Vargas Updated July 24, 2026 P Paola Vargas...
Claiming a FICA Refund From Your Home Country

Claiming a FICA Refund From Your Home Country

FICA & Payroll FICA refund post-departure: how to file from your home country Realized after leaving the U.S. that FICA was over-withheld? Here is how to claim that refund from abroad. July 2026 4 min read By Paola Vargas Updated July 24, 2026 P Paola Vargas...
How Accurate Is a J-1 Tax Calculator?

How Accurate Is a J-1 Tax Calculator?

Tax Refund & Recovery How accurate is a J-1 visa tax calculator? An honest look at how accurate a J-1 tax calculator estimate actually is, and what affects that accuracy. July 2026 4 min read By Paola Vargas Updated July 24, 2026 P Paola Vargas Content Lead,...