Income Tax Information
Income Tax Preparation - Spring 2024
Free assistance with Income Tax Preparation will be provided remotely.
All foreign students (F-1, F-2, J-1, and J-2) are required to file U.S. income tax returns, Form 8843, even if they did not earn income in the U.S. the previous year. They should also be aware that some parts of their scholarships may be taxable.
Federal and State/District tax returns must be filed by April 15, 2024.
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) strongly encourages all foreign students to use this tax service for assistance with filing Form 8843. Please be aware that ISSS staff members are not permitted to give tax advice!
Note: Proof of international student status must be provided to take advantage of this free service. Please be ready to provide the following documents:
All foreign students (F-1, F-2, J-1, and J-2) are required to file U.S. income tax returns, Form 8843, even if they did not earn income in the U.S. the previous year. They should also be aware that some parts of their scholarships may be taxable.
Federal and State/District tax returns must be filed by April 15, 2024.
International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) strongly encourages all foreign students to use this tax service for assistance with filing Form 8843. Please be aware that ISSS staff members are not permitted to give tax advice!
Note: Proof of international student status must be provided to take advantage of this free service. Please be ready to provide the following documents:
- Passport
- I-94 card or form
- Form I-20 (for F-1 or F-2) or Form DS-2019 (for J-1 or J-2)
- Social Security Number
- All scholarship or fellowship grant letters from your institution or sponsor
- Form W-2
- Copies of 1040NR(EZ) filed for tax year 2023 (if any)
- Interest statements from your bank in 2023 (if any)
- Form 1099MISC