For 2011 taxes, the deadline for filing is April 15, 2012.
Please remember that this is your responsibility, but we do try to help!
What forms do I need to complete?
| If you... |
Complete |
Can ISS Help? |
| ...were in the United States for more than 30 days in 2011 but did not work. |
Form 8843 |
Yes, use the self-help desk or download the form below |
| ...worked in 2011, but did not earn more than $3,500. |
Form 8843
However, if you received deduction and you would like to see if you can get some money back, you will also need to do for 1040NREZ |
Yes, use the self help desk or download the form below |
| ...received a scholarship in 2011. (In February the university mailed you a form called the 1042-S to show your scholarship. You will need this to complete your forms.) |
Form 1040NREZ only if your scholarship was more than $2,500 for undergraduates, or $8,500 for seminary.
Form 8843 |
If your scholarship was more than $23,500, make an appointment. If not, use the self-help desk |
| ...only worked in Ohio in 2011 AND earned more than $3,500. (Your employer(s) mailed you a form called W-2 to show your earnings. You will need this to complete your forms.) |
Form 1040NREZ
Ohio IT1040EZ
Form 8843 |
Yes, please make an appointment |
| ...worked, earning any amount, and had deductions taken for Social Security or Medicare. (Inernational students do not need to pay these, so you may be able to obtain a refund). |
Form 843 |
No, but you can download the forms and complete instructions below |
| ...worked in Ohio, earning more than $3,500 and another state in 2011. |
Form 1040NREZ
Ohio IT-1040
Form 8843
That State's Form |
Only with the first three forms, make an appointment |
| ...have been in the United States for different parts of 5 years as an F, M, or J student. |
Form 1040 EZ or 1040 |
No, see ideas below |
| ...made charitable contributions to a church or political party that you wish to claim against your taxes. |
Form 1040NR
Form 8843 |
No, for the first form. Use the self help desk or download below for the second form. |
| ...are a permanent resident or U.S. citizen. |
Form 1040EZ or 1040 |
No, see ideas below |
| ...are on OPT and were employed in 2011. |
Form1040NR-EZ
Form 8843
That State's Form |
Only for the first two forms and if you worked in Ohio |
ISS can help ONLY with:
Form 8843 (self-help desk outside of the ISS office, 7th floor. from March 13th to April 16th)
1040 NREZ (by individual appointment)
Ohio IT1040 (by individual appointment)
Individual Appointments
Samee Rahman will be available from March 14 to April 15. Appointments are available on Monday to Fridays from 9:00 AM to 12 noon.
Please email him at mrahman1@ashland.edu
Download Forms
Form 8843
Form 1040 NREZ and Instructions
Form 1040 NR and Instructions
State of Ohio (available in ISS or on the main floor of the library)
Form 843 (from the University of Texas)
How else can I complete these forms? Here are some ideas:
Hire an accountant or tax service, listed in the yellow pages of the phone book. Ask if they can help with "non-resident" taxes, and tell them which forms you need to complete. Costs can range from $50 to $150. In the Ashland area the following businesses welcome international students:
- Armstrong Accounting & Consulting: 419-281-1040
- Steven Irwin, CPA: 419-281-3211
- Everett Shonkwiler: 419-281-3544
Online you can complete Forms 8843, 1040NREZ or 1040NR at www.arcticintl.com/cintax.htm or www.istaxes.com
A helpful website can be found at the University of Texas. Here you will find samples of completed forms that you may adapt for yourself.
If you are a permanent resident or citizen, you may want to use an accountant, tax service like H&R Block, or tax software like Turbotax.
Free tax forms, and instructions, are available at the post office, Ashland University library and the public library.
