If you earned income in the U.S. during the past year:

Your must report your earnings to the IRS (Form 1040-NR) and state government (e.g., Form 1NPR in Wisconsin) in addition to filing Form 8843. The following are common sources of income and their corresponding tax forms:

Paid employment (Form W-2)

• Teaching or graduate assistantships
• On-campus or off-campus employment
• Optional Practical Training/Curricular Practical Training

Fellowships, scholarships, or grants from a U.S. source for living or travel expenses (Form 1042-S)

Dividends or capital gains from U.S. mutual funds, stocks, or bonds (Form 1099-DIV or Form 1099-B)

Any other income, awards, prizes, or royalties from U.S. sources.

Interest earned on a U.S. checking or savings account or Certificates of Deposit (CD) are generally not taxable for non-residents.

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Additional Resources

International Taxpayers Interactive Tax Assistance Tools from the IRS

• Am I required to file a nonresident alien U.S. individual tax return?
• Can I exclude income earned in a foreign country?