IRS Seeks Input on Visa Holder Tax Refund Form
Published Date: 6/2/2026
Notice
Summary
If you're a nonresident alien on an F, J, or M visa who got Social Security tax taken by mistake on recovered wages, the IRS wants your feedback on their refund form. They’re checking how to make the refund process easier and less confusing. Comments are open until August 3, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to help shape this and possibly speed up your refund!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Form 8316 Required for FICA Refunds
If you are a nonresident alien on an F, J, or M visa and Social Security (FICA) tax was withheld in error on recovered wages, you must use IRS Form 8316 to request a refund. Form 8316 asks you to verify you are entitled to the refund, that your employer has not paid back any of the withheld tax, and that you tried to get a refund from your employer.
You Can Comment on Form 8316
The IRS is asking for public comments on the information collection tied to Form 8316 to try to make the refund process clearer and less burdensome. Comments must be submitted so they are received on or before August 3, 2026.
Estimated Paperwork Burden and Volume
The IRS estimates 25,000 responses annually for Form 8316, with each response taking about 15 minutes, totaling an estimated 6,250 annual burden hours. The OMB control number for this collection is 1545-1862 and the form number is 8316.
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