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Sprintax Returns is the leading online solution for nonresident federal tax e-filing and state tax return preparation.
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How does Sprintax Returns help?
Each year, we help thousands of international students, scholars and short-term working visa participants to file their tax return. As the nonresident tax partner of TurboTax, we ensure your tax documents are accurate and 100% IRS-compliant.
Managing nonresident tax compliance at your institution? Join the 700+ organizations that partner with Sprintax with Sprintax annually and gain access to a wealth of supports including on-site tax workshops, Q&A webinars, tax filing guides & more!
- School & corporate partners
700+ - Federal tax returns filed
1m+ - in federal refunds issued annually
$135m - would recommend Sprintax to their friends
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Create your account
Create your Sprintax Returns account here.
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Tell us about you
Provide details about your tax residency, visa program and planned stay in the US by answering a few quick questions.
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We'll check your Tax Treaty eligibility
Our software has a built-in knowledge of nonresident tax laws and automatically applies all tax treaty benefits, credits and reliefs.
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E-File your federal return
Eligible nonresidents can e-file their federal return. All other users can download and mail their completed forms to the IRS.
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Print, sign and mail your state return
If you need to file a state return or two, our software will prepare the completed forms, ready for download with mailing instructions.
Who can file with Sprintax Returns?
If you’re in the US on a temporary visa — F-1, J-1, M or Q — you have a US filing obligation, even in a year you earned nothing at all.
1 · I’m in the U.S.A. as a…
2 · Any US income last year?
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Were you in the US during the 2024 tax year?
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What year was your first visit to the US?
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Are you currently in the US?
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U.S. entry/exit dates:
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Why file with Sprintax Returns?
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Maximise your refund
Our software will apply all eligible tax treaty benefits, credits and reliefs so you don’t pay any more tax than you need to.
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Federal e-filing
Many nonresidents will be able to e-file their federal tax return with Sprintax Returns.
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Trusted by TurboTax
As the nonresident partner of TurboTax, we will ensure you are taxed correctly, keeping you compliant with the IRS.
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‘Round-the-clock support
Have tax questions? The Sprintax Live Chat team is available to support you.
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It was smooth and hassle-free.
It was smooth and hassle-free. The platform walked me through every step.
They are great to work with
They are great to work with, very easy and always available for any questions. I will be using them again next year.
The agent was extremely helpful
The agent was extremely helpful and professional. His instructions were clear, accurate, and saved me a lot of confusion.
Great support team
Quick responses and patient explanations. Filing my J-1 return was painless.
Saved me hours
I dreaded my nonresident return every year. Sprintax cut the work down to about 20 minutes.
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Tax Forms
Form 1040-NR
Form 1040-NR, U.S. Nonresident Alien Income Tax Return is the federal tax return that nonresidents should file to account for the income earned in the previous tax year.
Form 1040-X
Form 1040-X, Amended U.S. Individual Income Tax Return is used to claim additional deductions or credits, or to correct an error on a previously filed tax return.
Form 8843
Form 8843, Statement for Exempt Individuals and Individuals with a Medical Condition is used by nonresident aliens who wish to exclude days present in the U.S.
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Save time for your team
Outsource your tax queries to Sprintax. Our team will be happy to guide your nonresidents through the tax filing process.
Simple online process
International employees and students can easily prepare their nonresident federal, state & FICA tax returns, Form 8843 and ITIN applications.
Expert Support
We provide a range of support materials including Q&A webinars, tax filing guides and 24/7 live chat support.
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What our partners say
Sprintax has been a welcome addition to the processing of our Institutions Non-Resident Alien (NRA) employees. The cloud-based software is user-friendly, and the knowledgeable support staff is quick to answer any questions you might have. NRA employees are able to submit all of their information and supporting documents for verification and Tax Treaty determination online. At year-end they are able to access their 1042S Forms via their online account and use TDS Sprintax to file their annual tax return if desired.
The partnership we have with Sprintax has been one of the best decisions for our students and office. Feedback and working with them personally has shown us the Sprintax team is very knowledgeable, courteous, and always willing to lend a helping hand. We saw an increase in the number of students filing both their federal and state tax returns, which is in large part due to Sprintax's efforts in providing us with useful resources as well as hosting webinars for our students.
Sprintax Returns has completely transformed tax season for DePauw undergraduates. More students submit their returns — and on time — than ever before! This is credit to the Sprintax software but also to the amazing Sprintax team, who are a constant source of support, always quick to reply and help troubleshoot any questions.
Your questions. Answered.
Do foreign investors pay US taxes?
Nonresident investors are generally taxed on US-source income. Dividends are usually subject to a 30% withholding rate, which a tax treaty between the US and your country of residence may reduce.
Can international students get tax refund for tuition?
Nonresidents cannot usually claim education credits such as the American Opportunity Credit. You may still be due a refund if too much tax was withheld from your wages, which Sprintax Returns will calculate for you.
Do international students pay state taxes?
It depends on the state you lived and worked in. Some states have no income tax at all; most do. Sprintax Returns determines your state filing obligations and prepares the returns you need.
Do international students pay social security tax?
F-1 and J-1 students who are nonresidents for tax purposes are generally exempt from Social Security and Medicare (FICA) tax. If FICA was withheld in error, Sprintax can prepare a refund claim.
Do international students have to file a tax return if they have no income?
Yes. Even with no US income, nonresidents present on an F, J, M or Q visa must file Form 8843 to remain compliant. Sprintax Returns prepares Form 8843 on its own from $19.95.
Can international students file taxes online?
Many nonresidents can now e-file their federal return directly through Sprintax Returns. State returns must be printed, signed and mailed. Pricing starts at:
- Federal tax preparation from $54.95
- State tax preparation from $49.95
- Form 8843 only — $19.95
- Amended returns from $79.95
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