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ITIN NEWS BLOG
News &Â Tips from an ITIN Acceptance Agent


Jun 19, 2024
Understanding Capital Gains Tax as a Non-Resident of the USA and How to Reclaim
Understanding Capital Gains Tax as a Non-Resident of the USA and How to Reclaim


May 15, 2024
Navigating the Process of Claiming a US Pension as a Non-Resident Beneficiary: A Guide for Deceased Aunt's Pension
Losing a loved one is never easy, and navigating the legal and financial matters that follow can be overwhelming, especially when it...


Jan 25, 2024
I have been taxed at 30% on the sale of my US stock options in error after a merger occurred. How can I claim this back?
At Just Breve we receive a lot of messages relating to assisting with tax reclaims from the United States. Sometimes these happen because...


Jan 10, 2024
I need help with a refund of US Tax
At Just Breve we help many clients regularly, to obtain a refund of US Tax held and overpaid to the IRS. The process involves: - Filing a...


Mar 24, 2023
Rejected ITIN - I received an IRSN instead
At Just Breve we receive all types of ITIN queries. A regular one is where an individual applied for an ITIN and their self prepared ITIN...


Dec 13, 2022
Tax refund - What is a 1042-s form used for?
A 1042-S is a US tax withholding form issued to non-residents of the US who have reportable income. The amounts on the form are reported...


Oct 21, 2022
The clock is ticking - Last date to claim a US tax refund
If you have have had US tax held and have not yet claimed back the tax, you cannot postpone indefinitely. The IRS gives you 3 years from...


Jul 1, 2022
US Personal Tax Accountants for Form 1040NR
Have you had US tax held and need to obtain a tax refund from the IRS? Did you receive a US tax withholding document, showing the gross...


Jun 1, 2022
My US broker held tax - Reclaim for US taxes charged on a single sale of US shares
If you have a US brokerage account and are a non resident of the US, you will need to ensure you have a valid W-8BEN in place. If none is...


Apr 28, 2022
US IRA tax held and US 401k tax held
If you previously worked in the US and had an Individual Retirement Account (IRA) or an employer 401(k) or equivalent employer plan, and...


Apr 20, 2022
US tax returns Ireland
If you are based in Ireland and have US tax return requirements, Just Breve can assist. We specialise in 1040NR US tax returns for non...


Feb 17, 2022
2022 - Filing a 1040NR for 2021 as a Non Resident Alien
If you have a tax filing requirement or are wanting to claim a refund for 2021 for US tax paid, you should be aware of the filing...


Feb 8, 2022
Open a US Bank Account for US customer receipts
If you are based outside the US and have US clients or have US money coming to you, you may require a USD bank account to receive...


Feb 1, 2022
My W-8BEN expired and US tax has been held on my Tesla share sale
I recently sold my Tesla shares, but realized afterwards that my W-8BEN was expired. In accordance with Internal Revenue Service...


Sep 7, 2021
30% withholding tax on US dividends and Capital Gains
Claim back 30% withholding tax on US dividends and Capital Gains. Certified Acceptance Agent UK for ITIN Applications and Form W-7


Aug 19, 2021
Claim back US withholding tax
If you are a non resident of the US and have had US withholding tax withheld on US source income you more than likely will be able to...


Aug 3, 2021
What is a 1042-S? Why have I received one?
A 1042-S is a tax withholding document issued by a US payor for income paid to a foreign person / non resident of the US. The document...


Jul 4, 2021
Vrbo is asking for an ITIN - why?
The American rental firm Vrbo (taken over by HomeAway.com) is an online rental agent (similar to AirBnB). As they are US based they are...


May 3, 2021
ITINs and Inheriting money from a US estate
Are you the beneficiary of a US persons retirement account / pension (i.e. a 401(k) or IRA)? If so, the US payor (e.g. Goldman Sachs /...


Mar 18, 2021
My son plays video games remotely from his bedroom and won a large USD prize but they held 30% tax
If you have a child who plays esports games regularly they may have entered an online gaming competition (like Fortnite World Cup or Call...
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