The independent contractor nonresident alien (NRA) who has a high level of U.S. tax-related operating expenses may wish to consider the feasibility of obtaining a Central Withholding Agreement (CWA) or otherwise be saddled with 30% tax withholding on his or her gross fees, with ultimate settlement of the actual tax liability only when an income tax return is filed.
Tax Planning for Nonresident Alien Artists
The independent contractor nonresident alien (NRA) who has a high level of U.S. tax-related operating expenses may wish to consider the feasibility of obtaining a Central Withholding Agreement (CWA) or otherwise be saddled with 30% tax withholding on his or her gross fees.
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