No Income Tax Filing

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Are you a nonresident alien for tax purposes 
who earned NO income in 2025?

You must file Tax Form 8843 by June 15, 2026. 

All international students, scholars and their dependents present in the U.S. under F-1, F-2, J-1, or J-2 nonimmigrant status who are nonresidents for tax purposes must file Form 8843 [pdf] "Statement for Exempt Individuals and Individuals with a Medical Condition" even if they received NO income in 2025. 

Download the Form 8843 Guide below for detailed instructions. This guide has been created to assist you in completing and subitting the Form 8843. It is a simplified version of the IRS instructions found on page 3-4 of the Form 8843.  The IRS also has additional guidance on completing Form 8843 here.

Form 8843 Guide

How do I file Form 8843?

Everyone must submit their Form 8843 individually. If you have a dependent, the dependent must mail their Form 8843 in a separate envelope. Mail the form by June 15, 2026 to:

                      Department of the Treasury

                      Internal Revenue Service Center

                      Austin, TX 73301-0215

What if I forgot to file my Form 8843 in a previous year? 

Complying with U.S. tax law is part of maintaining your immigration status. You should file the previous year's Form 8843 as soon as possible. Form 8843 in prior years can be found on this IRS website(link is external).

Tax links

Tax Reporting Requirements for International Students & Scholar
Introduction to Tax Filing
Frequently Asked Questions About U.S. Taxes
Nonresident vs. Resident Tax Filing Status
Tax Forms You May Need or Receive
No Income in 2025? Tax Filing Requirements
Glacier Tax Prep
State Income Tax Filing
Tax Treaties Between U.S. and Other Countries
Types of Taxes in the U.S.