ISSO COVID-19 Hub
During this global health crisis, Columbia University and the ISSO are committed to supporting our international students and scholars. Go to the ISSO COVID-19 Hub for ISSO operations, FAQs, updates and resources.
NEWS
Tax Webinar Recording
Link to the recording of the Sprintax Webinar to learn about:
- US income tax basics for international students and scholars
- The COVID CARES stimulus payment eligibility and returning the $1200 payment if ineligible (nonresidents are not eligible).
- Read more.
Proclamation Suspends the Entry of Certain H, L, and J Nonimmigrants
President Trump, citing the pandemic and the need to protect U.S. workers during the economic downturn, signed a Proclamation to extend the 60-day suspension of new immigrants to the U.S. ordered on April 22, 2020 and suspend and limit the entry of certain temporary worker visas through the end of 2020.
Tax-Filing Information
Federal and State Tax Deadlines Extended until July 15
If you were physically in the U.S. in F or J status anytime between January 1 - December 31, 2019 you will be required to send at least one form to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS), even if you had no income. Although US. income tax law is complex, we provide resources and tax workshops to demystify the process and help you comply with your federal (and possibly) state tax obligations.
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International Student/Scholar/Alumni Spotlights
Read stories about our amazing international community!
