What is FICA?
Social Security and Medicare taxes also called FICA might be visible on your W-2 form (box 4 and ...
Do I need to pay Social Security and Medicare (FICA) taxes?
Nonresidents individuals with F-1, J-1, M-1, Q-1 or Q-2 Visa are exempt from paying FICA taxes.
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How can I file FICA refund claim with Sprintax?
If you have been working in the US under F-1, J-1, M-1, Q-1 or Q-2 Visa while deemed as a nonresi...
Can I file FICA directly or I must have to ask my employer?
According to the IRS regulations, you must first contact your employer(s) and request a refund di...
How long does it take for the IRS to process my FICA refund?
The IRS have unfortunately been experiencing delays to various circumstances and it can take them...
How do I track my FICA refund?
Unfortunately the IRS does not provide an online tracking option for FICA refunds. Their only onl...
I have changed to a non-exempt Visa status (ex. H-1B), how can I refund my FICA?
Quite unfortunately the Sprintax software does not support the preparation of a partial FICA refu...