Filing a federal tax return if you are a nonresident alien
If you are living and working in the U.S. as a nonresident alien, you may be required to file a federal tax return.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers you a nonresident alien if you are not a lawful permanent resident (Green Card holder) or do not pass their substantial presence test.
Learn from the IRS about filing a U.S. federal tax return if you are a nonresident alien. Find out:
- If you need to file
- How to claim a refund or credit
- What income to report
- Which forms to file
LAST UPDATED: April 5, 2023
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