Help CenterEvery J-1 visa holder in the US is required by law to file tax documents before the tax deadline (15 April 2025).
There are various providers who can help participants file their returns.
IRS regulation refers to J-1 participants as ‘non-resident aliens’, and the following providers specialise in tax support for non-resident aliens:
With each, it’s easy to prepare fully-compliant tax documents. It’s essential to file a return under the correct category of J visa that you are under as per box 4 of your DS-2019, which all providers can assist with.
Please note: TurboTax, focus on U.S. residents and should not be used by J-1 participants.
Please note: If you did not earn an income while in the US, you should file Form 8843.
Sprintax
- A secure online service with live chat support
- IRS compliant
- Easy to prepare all necessary tax documents, including Federal and State tax returns and Form 8843
- Chosen partner of TurboTax
- Over 200,000 non-residents use Sprintax to prepare their tax forms each year
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Website: Sprintax
RT Tax
- An affordable option to file your U.S tax return
- IRS compliant
- 20+ years experience
- Easy to prepare all necessary tax documents, including Federal and State tax returns and Form 8843
Website: RT Tax
Mag Tax
- An affordable option to file your tax return
- IRS compliant
- 15% discount for Smaller Earth applicants
- Easy to prepare all necessary tax documents
Website: Mag Tax
Do it Yourself
You can also complete your U.S. tax return by yourself. However, it is important to do your research and follow all of the instructions carefully. Filing the return incorrectly may result in further costs.
Camp Leaders cannot provide any tax advice.
You can find more information in our U.S. Taxation help section.