At TFX, we know that a foreign national's tax responsibilities are complex. Right from the start the significant differences exist between how nonresident aliens and resident aliens (for tax purposes) are taxed.
A nonresident alien (for tax purposes) must pay taxes on any income earned in the U.S. to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) unless the person can claim a tax treaty benefit (this is very complex by itself - we specialize in this). This applies to students as well.
Failure to pay the correct tax can result in an unexpected tax obligation when the individual leaves the U.S. or may put a future application for residency in peril.
US taxes are hard. They’re even harder for non-residents because the filing process will vary based upon nonresident status & which country you are a resident of. The team at TFX are experts in every single tax treaty and know how to ensure that you are not double-taxed and avail of any possible credits specific to your specific income type & country of origin.
At TFX, we have been preparing business tax returns for over 25 years. We never hire junior staff. No outsourcing, no middlemen: you’ll be working directly with an experienced (our average age is 42) CPA or EA who will handle your case from beginning to end.
Aside from knowledge, convenience and security are what we value at TFX. And these key features are what our clients are thrilled with. Our best-in-class secure online portal makes TFX the top-rated tax firm (with an average score of 4.8/5 on Trustpilot).
In addition to tax filing & compliance, TFX offers tax planning & phone consultations. Choose a convenient time & book directly in your client portal.
TFX pricing is transparent, which means you’ll always know what you pay for.
There are many scenarios when a non-resident alien may need to file a tax return. Perhaps you are in the US for a short amount of time on a work visa. Perhaps you have started a company that will conduct business in the US (for example, you set up an Amazon or Shopify store). In short, if you have U.S income, you likely have to file a U.S. tax return. Now, whether you will owe any tax or whether you will get a refund will depend on many variables. That’s why TFX is here, to ensure that you are within compliance and that you never pay a dime more than you have to.
Yes, Tax treaties are available for some foreign nationals. TFX has a team of experts who will examine your specific case vis-a-vis any applicable tax treaty. Tax treaties are immensely helpful and allow your income to be taxed at a reduced rate or even fully exempt from U.S. income.