Info Type
View Option
Sort by Category
Select [Question]
1. | About U.S. cell phone numbers that can receive SMS...(2kview/32res) | Question | 2024/09/01 00:28 |
---|---|---|---|
2. | About Driver's License(2kview/52res) | Question | 2024/08/25 17:07 |
3. | Please introduce me to a handyman in South Bay who...(1kview/19res) | Question | 2024/08/07 14:14 |
4. | Citizenship Application(6kview/79res) | Question | 2024/07/20 22:10 |
5. | High blood pressure in the elderly, measures(709view/19res) | Question | 2024/07/12 13:51 |
6. | Prefab ADU(562view/16res) | Question | 2024/06/22 09:40 |
7. | I'm not a Japanese citizen, but I would like to re...(11kview/158res) | Question | 2024/06/20 15:11 |
8. | Hide of Hide Shiatsu(6kview/40res) | Question | 2024/06/17 05:57 |
9. | studying abroad (usu. at university level)(878view/5res) | Question | 2024/06/09 18:05 |
10. | About electronic pianos available at Costco in Jap...(998view/3res) | Question | 2024/06/04 13:25 |
About ITEN Number
- #1
-
- Takahiii
- 2021/05/24 20:17
Hi, I would like to start working on getting an ITEN number now and have a few questions.
I am currently a student F-1 and have been here for 3 years.I am currently a student F-1 and have been here for 3 years. I have done some research and it seems that students can get an ITEN number, but how difficult is it to get one? My girlfriend says that it is better to work with a tax accountant/accounter? She thinks it's not as easy as I think it is. I am currently a student, so I am living on the edge of my seat... So I asked the question considering the cost and other aspects.
If anyone is a tax attorney or knows anything about this, please contact me.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
- #3
-
- 感謝
- 2021/05/25 (Tue) 08:06
- Report
tax man
Thanks for the clear and detailed explanation.
I read what tax man posts even if it has nothing to do with me.
It is really helpful to get this kind of information in the exchange forum.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
- #4
-
- tax20
- 2021/05/25 (Tue) 12:28
- Report
I assume you need an ITIN to do a tax return, in which case you can attach a W-7 and they will issue you a number.
ITIN application is basically < not possible > alone. ( Exceptions include being a member of an LLC, etc. ) Attached to a tax return.
Simply put, 100% of ITINs are issued to anyone who needs one. Even accountants can't do W-7's on your behalf unless they are registered AA's or CAA's.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
- #5
-
- 担々麺
- 2021/05/26 (Wed) 13:44
- Report
Dear tax man
I have a flight question.
I am sorry to bother you, but I would be grateful if you could enlighten me.
A friend of mine is working at a certain place on OPT. I understand from my limited knowledge that Medicare and SS tax are not deducted from her paycheck while she is on OPT, but when I asked her to show me her pay stubs, she was sure they were deducted. She can still get a refund since she has been there for a few months now, but they have been hiring OPTs there for 10 years now and have been deducting Medicare and SS all along. Most of the kids have already returned home and were working there without such knowledge.
Can I report such a case to the IRS and have it audited ?
I hope there is a penalty or something if possible because it is a very, very black company.
I would be happy to hear from you.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
- #6
-
- tax man
- 2021/05/26 (Wed) 16:30
- Report
Please refer to the following answers to your questions.
Do OPT's have to pay FICA ߋ(Social Security Tax and Medicare Taxes) ?
Students on CPT, OPT, STEM OPT are exempt from FICA Taxes (Social Security and Medicare Taxes).
In other words, you don't have to pay FICA taxes on your paycheck.
Some employers would deduct those taxes from your paycheck.
But, you can get a refund on FICA taxes from the IRS.
This guide will walk you through the instructions and additional details. https://www.happyschools.com/opt-exempt-fica-taxes/
BibiNavi circa 2004-2008
Questions about taxes include why the OPT payment to Social Security is
deducted from OPT payments ?. These days, the number of international students has decreased
significantly, so the question is not asked as often, but at the time, we frequently answered it.
Why is Social Security deducted from the OPT salary ?
One has to do with the forms you submit for employment. If you are a US resident
when you are hired, you will file a W-4 or W-9 form. However, the W-9 is a form for
U.S. residents, while an OPT on an F-1 visa is not a U.S. resident but only a
"foreign national" by definition of an F visa, since he/she is a foreign national and only has permission to work in the U.S. for a certain period
. Therefore, they are not obligated to pay Social
Security or Medicare, which are U.S. Social Security expenses.
Therefore, you can submit the form W-8BEN ( https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw8ben.pdf )
instead of W - 9 to the company
to get FICA deducted from your pay check. FICA can be avoided by submitting the form W-8BEN
instead of W-9.However, this is understood by all companies that publicly "solicit OPTs"
and the company should specify the form, but in practice, I believe there are quite a few cases where this is not
consciously done to avoid the accounting burden.
Is that FICA not Refundable ?
Form843 ( at https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f843.pdf )
It is possible to get a Refund from the IRS.
Of course, you do not simply fill out the form and send it to the IRS, but you mail it to the IRS with a
copy of your W-2 or other form and proof of OPT, and explain that you have calculated the Refund amount and do not have to pay FICA.
What about your question about the penalty against the company ?
Proving whether it was a payroll processing error or the result of a conscious ≪malicious∩ (bad faith) result is
usually difficult, but
that you knowingly collected FICA on an OPT, you can state in a letter of explanation that you attach when you
attach your FICA calculation or proof of OPT, that "despite
continuously employing OPT for many years, you have failed to process FICA at all."
However, it would be
more effective for you not to take any emotional action at this stage, such as holding a grudge. The purpose of the Form 843 is only to refund the FICA paid.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
- #7
-
- 担々麺
- 2021/05/26 (Wed) 17:14
- Report
taxman
Thank you very much.This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)
Posting period for “ About ITEN Number ” has been closed.
Please create new topic to continue the same topic.
- Find local business with Town Guide
-
- 💛Furniture ・ Home appliances ・ Scrapped ...
-
We will pick up "anything" and "everything" such as furniture, electrical appliances, and other household goods ・ buy ・ dispose ・ of them. We offer a convenient and economical pickup ・ service that re...
+1 (424) 201-9975Kaguyahime / かぐやひめ(不用品買取)
-
-
+1 (808) 583-5318Atzi / AIコーチング・AI波動調整
-
- The Key / Millenia provides staff with k...
-
Our role is to help those in need of care to live a safer and better life in their own homes. We provide the services needed to meet the needs of our clients, whether short or long term. We primaril...
+1 (888) 285-4913The Key / Millennia
-
- Located about 15 minutes from LAX, this ...
-
Weekday Japanese and Western breakfast buffet with curry z Kiosk has a wide selection of Japanese favorites z Corporate rates available year round z Corporate guests are offered transportation to ...
+1 (310) 212-5222Redac Gateway Hotel in Torrance
-
- ~ If you need a US visa, we can help you...
-
Why US VISA PLUS is recommended ★ We have handled over 3250 cases to date. ★ All of our staff are professionals trained for more than 7 years in law firms . ★ We are also licensed California immigr...
+1 (310) 928-1968US VISA PLUS
-
- Let's learn together in Villagewell in a...
-
Why not learn computer skills ? Microsoft Office courses ・ Adobe courses ・ Programming courses
+1 (201) 407-0055Villagewell, LLC
-
- International Marriage Agency ・ Internat...
-
We are a marriage agency for Japanese expatriates and permanent residents in Japan. Please contact us if you are a student studying abroad. We also provide introductions for women who wish to marry fo...
+1 (443) 470-5750Traditional Japanese Matchmaker
-
- Free Initial Consultation】Accounting ・ P...
-
We will assist you with everything from Quickbooks introduction, operation, and tax return preparation in a friendly and courteous manner. With timely accounting services ・ and tax filing services as...
+1 (310) 904-2605Momiji Accountancy Corporation(もみじ会計事務所)
-
- From English essays to elementary, middl...
-
• Flexible services, including home or office visits and skype lessons. • Skype lessons are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week *Reservations required. • Experienced teachers • Reasonable rates...
+1 (909) 260-0353AAP - eTeachers
-
- Free orthodontic consultation for childr...
-
Free orthodontic consultation for children 18 and under ! 🌟 Visit us by October 15, 2024 for **10% off entire treatment** From regular checkups to nerve treatment, we protect our patients' teeth. We a...
+1 (949) 733-3647Glenn T. Yanagi, D.D.S. / Yanagi Dental Office
-
- Torrance accounting firm. We are special...
-
More than 160 professionals with many years of global experience, primarily with Japanese companies, provide accounting ・ tax and various consulting services. We have 8 offices throughout the US ・ an...
+1 (310) 217-9900EOS Accountants LLP - Los Angeles Office
-
- Welcome to Torrance's Izakaya Ojiya ! Ja...
-
Izakaya brings energy to the world ! Welcome to Ojiya ! Our motto is "Family Izakaya" where the whole family can enjoy our food ! We offer a wide variety of dishes such as sashimi, sushi, noodles, ...
+1 (310) 793-7000Ojiya Corporation
-
- We are a golf school in Los Angeles. Wit...
-
Easy-to-understand private lessons in Japanese. You will be able to feel your progress immediately. We also provide comprehensive support for other golf courses from Japan, language study abroad, si...
+1 (626) 696-7403Yobiko Los Angeles Golf Academy
-
- Michiya Kimura International Lawyer in J...
-
International legal services include corporate legal matters and contracts ・ corporate matters involving transactions, as well as counseling on inheritance issues and asset taxation for individuals be...
+1 (213) 260-3837愛宕虎ノ門法律事務所ロスアンゼルスオフィス
-
- DV2026 Green Card Lottery $ 40 per perso...
-
Our services include application for permanent residence by marriage, bringing in family members, removal of conditions, renewal, name change, citizenship application, overseas travel permit, DV Lotte...
+1 (424) 250-0807All-Star Immigration Services, LLC