IRS US Tax Residency Application Support

Timing

4–8 weeks (depending on IRS workload and document verification)

If You Do It Yourself

Free. There is no fee for IRS forms or residency determination

Delivery

IRS residency confirmation or correspondence with additional instructions

Eligibility

You may qualify as a U.S. tax resident if you are a Green Card holder or meet the Substantial Presence Test (generally 183 days of U.S. presence within three years under IRS rules). Nonresident aliens or individuals under specific visa exemptions may still request a determination by filing Form 8840 or Form 8843 with the IRS.

If you live or work in the U.S. and earn income, you may be required to confirm your U.S. tax residency status with the IRS. This status determines your tax obligations, eligibility for treaty benefits, and filing requirements. Our service assists individuals, foreign nationals, and dual-status taxpayers in completing the necessary forms and documentation to prove or clarify their tax residency for IRS and state compliance.

Book a Consultation

Have a Question? Email Me

The consultation fee is applied toward your total service fee if you proceed with the services.

If the consultation is the only service provided, the fee remains non-refundable, as professional time, analysis, and guidance are delivered during the session.

or contact me:

DIY Step-by-Step Guide
(No agent or lawyer)

Determine Your Residency Status

Review IRS Publication 519, U.S. Tax Guide for Aliens:
‍https://www.irs.gov/publications/p519

Use the Substantial Presence Test Calculator provided by the IRS to confirm eligibility.
‍
Cost: Free.
There is no fee for IRS forms or residency determination.

Complete the Appropriate IRS Form

Form 8840 – Closer Connection Exception Statement for Aliens
https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8840

Form 8843 – Statement for Exempt Individuals and Individuals with a Medical Condition
https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-8843

Form W-9 (for tax identification confirmation, if required by employer or payer).

Attach Supporting Documentation

Copies of passport pages showing entry and exit stamps

I-94 travel record from U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Visa documentation or student/exchange visitor forms (if applicable)

Proof of residence (lease, utility bills, or bank statements)

Mail or Include With Tax Return

Forms 8840 or 8843 can be attached to your annual tax return (Form 1040NR) or mailed separately to:
Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service Center, Austin, TX 73301-0215

Wait for Confirmation

The IRS will issue an acknowledgment or follow-up if additional information is needed.

Keep all copies for your records — this documentation is often requested by visa officers or financial institutions.

Common Mistakes People Make

Failing to count days of presence accurately for the Substantial Presence Test.

Using incorrect or outdated IRS forms.

Not attaching supporting documentation for visa status or days in the U.S.

Assuming that immigration status automatically determines tax residency.

Ignoring state-level residency requirements that differ from federal standards.

Documents & Information Needed

Thank you! Your submission has been received!