Sprintax for foreign investors
Tax preparation and compliance software for nonresidents in the US
File your investor tax return with Sprintax
Are you earning income from investments in the US? Sprintax Returns is a convenient platform from which you can prepare all of the tax return documents you need
- Automatic generation of every tax document you need (including federal and state tax returns and form 8843)
- E-file your federal tax return
- Claim your tax treaty benefits
- 24/7 Live Chat support
IRS compliance guaranteed with Sprintax Forms
Sprintax Forms will prepare you for tax season and ensure you have everything you need to file your investment tax return
- Prepare your Taxpayer Identification Number (Social Security Number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) easily online.
- Enjoy peace of mind as our software guarantees full compliance with the IRS.
Claiming a refund of Dividend Withholding Tax
Do you work for an overseas organisation in the US?
If you benefit from a stock or share agreement, it’s likely that you have paid Dividend Withholding Tax (DWT) abroad. Every year, many investors pay too much DWT and are entitled to a refund. Sprintax can guide you through the process of reclaiming your dividend withholding tax.
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Foreign investors tax FAQs
Yes. If you earn income from investments while in the US as a nonresident, you will be required to pay tax on your income and file a tax return with the IRS.
If you make a profit through the sale of an asset – such as a property, car, stock or bond – you must pay capital gains tax (CGT). You will also be required to file a tax return to account for the CGT due.
Yes.
Tax could potentially be due on dividends you receive through a stock or share investment. By registering with Sprintax, you can easily determine exactly how much tax you are required to pay on all of your investment income.
Nonresident aliens who receive dividend payments are liable to pay tax at a rate of 30% on this income.
As a nonresident, if you receive interest income from deposits from a US bank, savings & loan institution, credit union, or insurance company, or you receive portfolio interest, you will be exempt from taxation as long as the interest is not connected with a US trade or business.
If you own a property in the US, it is very important that you have a strong grasp of your tax responsibilities. For example, if you are earning income from your property, it’s very likely that you will be required to file a federal tax return and pay a tax bill.
You can easily file your real estate tax return online with Sprintax. To get started, simply register here.