There are many resources available for students with mixed status to get support in finding out how much and when to pay taxes. There are federal and state taxes, and how is paid in taxes usually varies by the type of job.
For people who are considered employees (hourly or salary), their taxes are usually withheld from their paychecks. When they file taxes annually, they might owe additional money or the state or federal government might owe them money.
Independent contractors and small business owners are often in charge of ensuring they are paying the correct amount of taxes throughout the year. Consult a trusted financial or tax professional to make a plan for budgeting for taxes and other expenses related to being an independent worker. Be careful to only get support through certified tax professionals. You can often get free or low-cost services through community organizations, and avoid paying high fees for tax services.
Get started by reading about tax information on the Immigrants Rising website
- Free Tax Help
- United Way Bay Area: Get free help with your ITIN application and renewal
- Get Your Refund – national service
- Mission Asset Fund (MAF)
- University of Utah Financial Wellness Center
- Find an IRS-operated local VITA site (volunteer Income Tax Assistance) sites that provide free tax preparation for low-moderate income individuals.
- Free to Low Cost Financial Advice (Bay Area)
AnnualCreditReport.com Get a FREE credit report. Have an ITIN? Submit a paper request to receive report.