The following information and resources are to help you complete the documents required for international employees and file your tax forms.
International Employees
The United States Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requires the UMW Payroll department to maintain information about your employment and residency status. To accomplish this, Payroll needs copies of the following documents:
- Your Social Security Card
- Your passport
- Documents supporting your immigration status (I-20 or DS-2019, I-94, etc.)
- Your W-4 and VA-4 forms.
- Your Foreign National Data Form
Your IRS Filing Requirements
Determining your Tax Status
Refer to our Resident Alien or Non-Resident Alien for Tax Purposes website to determine your tax status. Resident alien or non-resident alien tax status is different from your immigration status! Your tax status determines which forms you complete and which tax laws apply to you. For information on tax laws regarding resident aliens and non-resident aliens, consult IRS publications 513, 515, 519, and 901.
How and What to File
Federal Tax Preparation Software Programs
Two programs that are specifically designed for non-resident aliens are listed below. These programs charge a fee, payable by you. In many cases, these programs simplify the filing process, and we highly recommend either one.