J Scholars

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Taxes


J Status


Employees in J1 status are subject to federal and state income tax, unless tax exemption is specifically provided by treaty.

Employees in J1 status may meet the "substantial presence test” to be a resident alien for tax purposes. If considered a resident alien for tax purposes, employees in J status are subject to Social Security and Medicare taxes.



H Status


Employees in H-1B and TN status are subject to Social Security and Medicare tax. H1B and TN status employment is also subject to federal and state income tax, unless tax exemption is specifically provided by treaty.

All foreign nationals, regardless of visa status, who receive payment while in the U.S. are required to file U.S. income tax returns.

Employees should contact the International Tax Coordinator in the Payroll Office to find out more information concerning these issues.



Office for International Student, Scholar & Immigration Services
110 E. Clayton Street, 4th Floor, Bank of America Building, Athens, GA 30602
visahelp@uga.edu   |  Phone: 706-425-3154   |  Fax: 706-425-3273