The deadline for filing 2025 Federal Tax Returns is             
Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

STATE RETURN DEADLINES 

FAQ'S for Non-Residents for Tax Purposes

• I didn't earn any income.  Do I still need to file?
• How can I get a copy of my W-2?
• What is the deadline for filing my 2025 tax forms?
• What assistance does the University provide?
• What forms do I need to file my Federal tax return?
• How do I start filing my taxes?
• Am I a resident or non-resident alien for tax purposes?
• Can I file my Federal tax return electronically?
• How can I file for an extension?

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►  I didn't earn any income.  Do I still need to file?

Even if you don’t earn money during your time in the US, you will still need to file Form 8843 with the IRS by the deadline. ALL of the following individuals who were in the U.S. for any period of time during the calendar year must file federal tax filing obligations the following year:

• international students
• international scholars
• dependents of international students and scholars

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►  How can I get a copy of my W-2?

Information on how to obtain a copy of your W-2 can be found on the Comptroller of Maryland website.  

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►  What is the deadline for filing my 2025 Federal tax forms?

The deadline for filing your 2025 Federal Tax Return is  April 15, 2026.  Your envelope must be postmarked by 11:59pm on that day.  (Important:  Changes to the USPS Postmark "date" received)

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►  What assistance does the University provide?

• TerpTax housed in the Robert H. Smith School of Business, is a Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) chapter, a program created by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide FREE tax return preparation to low-to-mid-income individuals and families, the elderly, students, and persons with disabilities.  Visit TerpTax to find information on what to do to prepare for your appointment and to schedule an appointment with a TerpTax representative. They will be taking appointments from February through April. 
• GLACIER Tax Prep can be used free of charge by F-1/F-2 and J-1/J-2 status holders to prepare their U.S. Federal income tax return.
• Glacier Tax Prep will be available February 20th for this filing season.     

To access GLACIER Tax Prep:

To access GLACIER Tax Prep:

1. Log into your iTerp account at https://iterp.umd.edu
2. Click Tax Service > Glacier Tax Preparation
3. Read over the list of documentation needed. Click Access Glacier Tax Prep. You will be redirected to Glacier's website to login with your existing Glacier account or create a new one. 

Trouble Logging into iTerp? Click here

• Glacier Tax Prep offers weekly LIVE General Nonresident Alien Tax Sessions with a Tax Professional through June 13.  There will be a presentation followed by a questions/answer  (Q&A) session .  The GTP Q&A sessions allow the foreign national to ask a question to a Tax Professional and then leave, if desired– it is not necessary to stay the entire hour, but it is possible to stay the entire time and hear others’ questions.   To view the schedule and/or participate in either the LIVE General Nonresident Alien Tax Session and/or the LIVE GTP Q&A sessions,
  1. Log in to your GTP account via iTerp (see the steps above)
  2. From the menu, select “LIVE General Nonresident Alien Tax Information and GTP Q&A Sessions”; and
  3. Click on the zoom link and enter the Passcode. 

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►  What forms do I need to file my Federal tax return?

• If you were working (ex: graduate assistantship, hourly on-campus position) in 2025:
  • You will be sent a W-2 statement (January 31)
• If you received a scholarship/fellowship OR you are claiming a tax exemption due to a TAX TREATY in 2025
  • You will be sent a 1042S form (March 15)
• If you need to request a Duplicate W-2 or 1042-S, go to Central Payroll Bureau's Payroll Services for State Agencies website and follow instructions.
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►  How do I start filing my taxes?

• Gather all your required Tax documentation:  W-2, 1042-S, 1099 forms (interest income from banks and investments, and other forms specific to your personal situation)
• Login into Glacier Tax Prep (insert login link or instructions)  This is where you can complete your Federal Tax Return if you are a nonresident alien for tax purposes and the required 8843 form. Your Federal Tax Form is required for you to complete your State tax form.
  • Glacier will assist you with determining your U.S. tax filing status. This is important to know as it will determine which Federal Tax Forms you will file.
• Complete and file a State Tax Form for the U.S. state in which you reside.  Your can receive assistance with State Tax Forms from TerpTax,

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►  Am I Resident or Non-Resident Alien for Tax Purposes?

• Login to Glacier Tax Prep to determine your Tax Filing Status.  The software will inform you if you qualify as a Nonresident Alien for Tax Purposes (NRA).  If you are considered as an NRA, then you can proceed with the Glacier software to file your U.S. Federal Taxes.
• If you no longer qualify as an NRA, then you are considered a Resident Alien (RA) for tax purposes. Please consider working with TerpTax on your tax filing.

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►  Can I file my Federal tax return electronically?

• E-file. If you e-file your return, there’s no need to mail it. See You can electronically file (e-file) your Form 1040-NR, earlier, or IRS.gov for more information. However, if you choose to mail it,
  please review the instructions for the IRS form that you are filing, or see TerpTax for assistance.
• 1040-NR-EZ vs 1040-NR: The older "EZ" version is no longer used, but the simplified, shorter 1040-NR form is still available for those with straightforward tax situations.

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International Student & Scholar Services provides this tax resource information to UM students and scholars for informational and educational purposes and not as a substitute for advice obtained from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or a qualified tax professional. Students and scholars who have questions about their income tax situation should consult a qualified tax professional. Each person is responsible for the accuracy of his/her income tax returns and any resulting penalties or interest.