Non-Resident Aliens Archives

A resident alien depicted as a person holding a green card in front of a world globe, symbolizing their connection to both the US and other countries.

Resident Alien vs. Non-Resident Alien: Understanding Taxes and Immigration Status in the U.S.

June 16, 2025 FinanceFacts101 Taxation

What is a Resident Alien in the US? A resident alien refers to an individual who is neither a U.S. citizen nor a non-resident alien but has been granted legal authorization to live and work in the United States permanently. The two primary ways to establish resident alien status are

Understanding IRS Publication 519: A Guide for Aliens in the U.S. Tax System

January 15, 2025 FinanceFacts101 Taxation

Introduction to IRS Publication 519: The U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens IRS Publication 519, titled “U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens,” is a comprehensive resource issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) designed to provide tax information and guidance for individuals who are not citizens of the United States – aliens.