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Life in the USA Personal Finance Taxes
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Income Taxes
Income taxes are imposed by the federal government, most states and some cities. Federal income taxation is administered by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Always use the tax forms and instructions for the current year. Income tax laws change constantly, as do tax forms. If you live and work in the United States it will be your responsibility to keep up with current tax requirements. If you live more than 180 days a year in the United States (whatever your visa status) the Internal Revenue Service will consider you an American resident, fully taxable on all the money you make in the United States. If you have permanent resident status you'll be taxable on any money you make anywhere (subject to certain credits for taxes paid to foreign countries).
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