Tax Information for F-1 Visas

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SPT

I did not earn money this year.

During the past year, you haven't legally earned any money. However, you still have some tax oligations as an F-1 Visa Holder.

Step 1

Complete Form 8843. This will let the IRS know your status as an F-1 Visa. You can download the form here.

Step 2

Mail the form to the IRS by April 18th. Mail it to:

Department of the Treasury,
Internal Revenue Service Center,
Austin, TX 73301-0215

You're done!