Sponsor Compliance How J-1 sponsors handle participants who earn below the filing threshold Learn how J-1 sponsors handle participants earning below the filing threshold. Understand IRS requirements, exemptions, and compliance for J-1 visa workers. August 2026 7 min...
FICA & Payroll J-1 FICA exemption: documentation your employer must have J-1 visa holders need proper documentation to claim FICA exemption. Learn what your employer must have on file and how to verify yours is correct. August 2026 8 min read By Paola Vargas...
Tax Treaties J-1 tax treaty with Canada: does it help you? J-1 visa holders from Canada may qualify for tax treaty benefits. Learn if you’re eligible, what tax savings apply, and how to claim them on your return. August 2026 6 min read By Paola Vargas Updated...
Tax Refund & Recovery J-1 Work & Travel refund: step-by-step claim guide Step-by-step guide to claiming your J-1 Work & Travel refund. Learn residency rules, exemptions, and how to calculate what you’re owed from your U.S. wages. August 2026 13 min...
J-1 Tax Forms Form 8843 for J-1 scholars: university researchers guide Form 8843 for J-1 scholars and university researchers: who must file, what to report, and how to claim exemptions from U.S. tax residency requirements. August 2026 7 min read By Paola Vargas...
