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Taxes and admin

Filing US taxes in the US as a foreigner.

Admin is nobody's favorite, but a little of it upfront saves headaches later.

This is not legal or tax advice. I just want to help Belgians and other Europeans get set up in San Francisco. Always check the official sources for your own situation.

US taxes

  • You file your taxes yourself and how you do it depends on your visa.
  • You need a few documents from your employer before you can file.
  • It's easiest to file electronically through a filing website (for example Sprintax). You pay a small fee.