International students and scholars can prepare their federal tax return and 8843 form online using Sprintax. This service is free for current New School international students and scholars as well as recent graduates who are on Post-Completion OPT or academic training. In tax season, ISSS will email all students and recent graduates on OPT or STEM OPT to give them an access code with which to use Sprintax. Once you receive the access code, you can follow the instructions below.
How to use the Sprintax portal:
- Register and follow the simple instructions.
- Complete the online questionnaire.
- Enter the code* in the box on the "Review your order" page.
- Sprintax will prepare your tax return.
*Please be aware that this code covers the cost of filing federal taxes and Form 8843. It does not cover the cost of New York State filing.
Sprintax prepares tax forms for individuals who are non-residents for tax purposes. The software requires completion of a short questionnaire to determine whether individuals qualify as non-residents. If you are considered a resident for tax purposes, the link will take you to TurboTax. Please note that the free access to Sprintax provided by the ISSS code is not transferable for use with TurboTax.
You must print, sign, and mail your documents once you complete the preparation process in Sprintax. This process can be completed outside of the United States. The filing deadline is April 15.
If you have any questions, please use the live chat function on Sprintax; the Sprintax team will be happy to help. Please watch the video here to understand how it works. Learn more about other video tutorials.