Resources on filing taxes in the U.S. from OISS

Every international student and scholar must file a tax return, regardless of whether or not they receive income. If you are an international student or scholar, use the Office for International Students and Scholars’ resources below to determine the tax forms you must file to complete your annual U.S. tax filing obligations.

for International Students

Find helpful information you need to know in order to file your U.S. taxes.

for International Scholars

Find helpful information you need to know in order to file your U.S. taxes.

Resources from Payroll Services

Payments to Foreign Individuals and Payroll Tax Matters explain the difference between and determination of US tax statuses resident alien and nonresident alien. These pages also provide information about required forms to use for tax filing.

Key tax issues for fellowship stipend recipients

This Learn@Work course is designed for all fellowship recipients but explains the special reporting requirements for foreign nationals at WashU receiving fellowship income.