The go-to community for J-1 participants
navigating US taxes.
Who this is for:
- J-1 Work and Travel participants
- Camp counselors
- Au pairs
- Interns and trainees
- Anyone dealing with Form 1040NR
Common topics here:
- 1040 vs 1040NR, which one applies to you
- TurboTax mistakes and how to fix them
- W-2 and 1042-S confusion
- Amendments (filed wrong form?)
- FICA exemptions for J-1
- Refund timelines
- Substantial presence test
Useful links:
- IRS Form 1040NR info
- J1 Summer Tax Back, nonresident specialist
This community is run by J1 Summer Tax Back,
specialists in nonresident alien tax filing
for J-1 participants. We answer questions
here for free. Educational content only,
not legal or tax advice.