Are trainees required paying tax?
A. Participants on a J-1 Visa are considered non-resident aliens. They should not have Social Security (FICA), Medicare or federal unemployment (FUTA) taxes withheld. Please consult a tax professional to find out if participants are exempt from state unemployment taxes in your state. For more detailed tax information, please review the IRS’s Employer Tax Guide and Publication 515 at www.irs.gov.
Related Questions
- New Owners Question: (a) Why didn I receive a tax notice? (b) Am I responsible for paying the redemption amount since the property was sold in the tax sale or is the previous owner responsible?
- Am I exempt from paying Tax on profits made in the U.S. in my country of residence (Country of residence for tax purposes)?
- What are the penalties for not paying the tax?
