International Student Services

All F and J visa holders are required by the U.S. government to file forms with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) annually, even if you did not earn any income. The UT Dallas International Student Services Office has assembled the following resources to assist you:

• For help in preparing your U.S. tax return, UT Dallas has purchased interactive software specially to assist non-immigrants with tax compliance.  This interactive website provides you with:
• Step by step instructions that enable you to complete your taxes accurately and completely on your own.  
• Downloadable tax forms that you will need to complete the tax process.
• Once a release date is confirmed a notice will go out to all students.

• Before you file your taxes, make sure you have all your documents (W-2, 1042S, etc.)
• If you received a scholarship, fellowship, housing allowance, other awards, or are claiming tax treaty benefits, you will be provided a 1042-S form from UT Dallas by March 15. Do not begin filing your tax return until you have received your 1042-S.
• If you need further assistance, you can contact the IRS directly for free tax assistance or pay for the services of a tax accountant or tax attorney.