When J-1s Refile After Paying a Tax Preparer. and Why Wrongly Claimed Credits (EITC, CTC, AOTC) Are Dangerous Many J-1s file taxes using a mainstream preparer and get a bigger “refund” estimate or are charged high fees — then panic, switch providers, and refile. Two...
IRS Transcripts for J1 Visa Taxes Why They Matter Before Filing Filing taxes as a J1 visa holder can already feel overwhelming — W-2, Form 8843, Form 1040NR, Form 1042-S, DS-2019, SSN/ITIN… it’s a lot of paperwork. But there’s one detail that most J1 students and...
SSN vs ITIN for J1 Visa Holders – What You Need to Know When you come to the U.S. with a J1 Visa, one of your first questions will likely be: Do I need a Social Security Number (SSN) or an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)? This distinction is crucial,...
Form 1099 for J1 Visa Holders. What You Need to Know Most J1 visa holders receive a Form W-2 for their wages, since they are usually employed directly by a U.S. company or program sponsor. However, some J1 visa holders may receive a Form 1099 instead of a W-2, and...
DS-2019 Form for J1 Visa Holders – Complete Guide The DS-2019 Form, officially known as the Certificate of Eligibility for Exchange Visitor Status, is the foundation of every J1 visa journey. Without this document, you cannot apply for a J1 visa or participate in an...
Can J-1 Visa Holders File Form 1040? (IRS Rules Explained) Breaking the myth Many J-1 visa holders panic when they hear about Form 1040. Some even believe it is illegal or a crime to use it. But the truth is simple: according to the IRS, in certain cases, J-1 holders...
