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Form 9210: Alien Status Questionnaire
Internal Revenue Service Form 9210 is the Alien Status Questionnaire (Rev. 7-2015, Catalog Number 11842U) that collects an alien taxpayer’s citizenship, residence, visa details, employment and travel history for the tax year. It must be signed under penalty of perjury.
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IRS Form 9210 - Alien Status Questionnaire
Internal Revenue Service Form 9210 is the Alien Status Questionnaire (Rev. 7-2015, Catalog Number 11842U) that collects an alien taxpayer’s citizenship, residence, visa details, employment and travel history for the tax year. It must be signed under penalty of perjury.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Failing to sign and date the certification can trigger perjury penalties.
- 2Leaving any required question (e.g., visa type, reason for coming) blank.
- 3Omitting the copy of a foreign tax return when asked in item 12.
- 4Not providing a copy of the spouse’s U.S. tax return when required in item 10.
- 5Failing to list all other visa types and dates obtained in item 4.
Plain English
Form 9210 asks you about your citizenship, where you lived, the visas you held, why you came to the U.S., and your work and travel dates. You also must attach any required tax returns or visas. The form ends with a signature certifying truthfulness.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2015-09-10 00:00:00
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- Use this form when you are a non‑U.S. citizen or resident alien and must report your citizenship, residence, visa type, employment, and travel history for the tax year.
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Use this form or another form?
Need to report alien status for tax purposes
Required to disclose citizenship, residence, visa and travel information to the IRS
✓ Verify that all required fields are completed
Need to certify foreign employment restrictions
Captures employment restriction details for alien workers
✓ Confirm restriction answers match your visa terms
Need to document foreign tax return filing while resident in the U.S.
Asks whether a foreign tax return was filed and requests a copy
✓ Ensure you have the foreign return available
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Name of country of which you are now a citizen or subject
Country name · Form field 1
Visa Type (Letter and Number) under which you first entered the United States
Visa details (letter and number) · Form field 3
Were you employed in the United States
Yes/No answer · Form field 11
Did you file a foreign income tax return while resident in the United States
Yes/No answer · Form field 12
Dates of arrival and departures from the United States
List of dates and purposes · Form field 15
Before you submit
- 1Enter the taxpayer's name and address exactly as shown on official records
- 2Provide the last four digits of the Social Security Number
- 3List the country of current citizenship or subject status
- 4State the country of residence claimed for the tax year
- 5Enter the visa type (letter and number) used for initial entry
- 6Answer the reason for coming to the United States and any "Other" explanation
- 7Sign and date the certification section
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required fields on Form 9210
- 2Attach copies of any foreign tax returns or supporting documents referenced
- 3Review the form for completeness and accuracy
- 4Sign the certification under penalty of perjury
- 5Make a copy of the completed form for your records
- 6Mail the signed form to the IRS address indicated in the form instructions
Known limitations
- 1The form’s revision date reads 7‑2015, so the edition may be outdated; verify on the IRS website for any newer version before filing.
- 2The official source does not list a filing fee; confirm whether a payment is required by checking the latest IRS instructions or notices.
- 3No mailing address appears in the source; determine the correct IRS submission location by consulting the current Form 9210 instructions or IRS contact page.
- 4Signature and date are required under penalty of perjury; ensure both are present and legible, as the source confirms this certification element.
- 5The source omits details on required supporting documents beyond items listed; verify you have attached all foreign and spouse tax returns as applicable.
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General Info
2 items
Full legal name and taxpayer identification number (SSN or EIN).
Current mailing address.
Details
2 items
Complete all applicable sections of this form according to the official IRS instructions.
Enter the relevant dollar amount if this form involves tax calculation.
Certification
1 items
Read and acknowledge any certifications required by this form.
Signatures
1 items
Sign and date. Unsigned forms cannot be processed.
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Fillable formOpen in Editor->Form 9210 (Rev. 7-2015, Catalog Number 11842U) is the current edition listed on the IRS website; the source does not indicate any newer revision.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm revision reads 7-2015
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — confirm taxpayer's signature and date are present
- Catalog number — confirm 11842U
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After you file
- 1Keep a signed copy of Form 9210 for your records.
- 2Store the copy for at least three years after the filing date.
- 3If the IRS requires additional information, they will send a notice.
- 4To correct a mistake, file a corrected Form 9210 with the changes clearly marked.
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — Catalog Number 11842U and revision date July 2015.
- SRCForm p.1 — Title: Alien Status Questionnaire.
- SRCForm p.1 — Agency: Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service.
- SRCForm p.1 — Item 1 requests name of country of which you are now a citizen or subject.
- SRCForm p.1 — Item 3 requests Visa Type (Letter and Number) under which you first entered the United States.
- SRCForm p.2 — Item 11 asks if you were employed in the United States and includes sub‑questions about employment restrictions.
Common confusion points
Do I need to file Form 9210 if I am a U.S. citizen?
The questionnaire targets alien taxpayers, but some filers assume it applies to everyone.
→ Confirm your citizenship status before completing the form.
Which visa type should I list if I have held multiple visas?
The form lists a primary visa and a section for other visas, leading to uncertainty about ordering.
→ Enter the visa used for entry in item 3 and list all others with dates in item 4.
How long should I expect to stay in the United States?
Item 7 asks for an expectation, but filers may be unsure of the required detail.
→ Provide a reasonable estimate based on your current plans.
Do I need to attach copies of foreign tax returns?
Question 12 requests a copy if you filed a foreign return, but some filers are unclear if a summary suffices.
→ Attach the full foreign return or a clear transcript if available.
What qualifies as “family” for question 10?
The form asks if family accompanied you, but does not define the term.
→ Include spouse, children, and other dependents who traveled with you.
Do I sign the certification if I am filing electronically?
The certification mentions a signature, yet electronic filing may not have a physical signature field.
→ Use the electronic signature option provided by the filing system.
Questions about IRS Form 9210
What is IRS Form 9210 used for?
Form 9210 asks you about your citizenship, where you lived, the visas you held, why you came to the U.S., and your work and travel dates. You also must attach any required tax returns or visas. The form ends with a signature certifying truthfulness.
Who must file IRS Form 9210?
The taxpayer who was present in the United States as an alien during the tax year must file IRS Form 9210.
What information does IRS Form 9210 require?
The form gathers the country of citizenship, country of residence, visa types (items 3‑4), reason for coming, arrival and departure dates, employment details, and copies of foreign or spouse tax returns (items 5‑15).
How do I complete IRS Form 9210?
First, enter personal information and answer items 1‑15 on the two pages, providing visa numbers, dates, and reasons for travel. Attach any required foreign tax returns or spouse’s tax return copies. Finally, sign and date the certification at the bottom of page 2.
What happens if IRS Form 9210 is filed incorrectly?
A false statement on the certification subject to “under penalty of perjury” can lead to perjury penalties.
Do I need to file Form 9210 if I am a U.S. citizen?
The questionnaire targets alien taxpayers, but some filers assume it applies to everyone. Confirm your citizenship status before completing the form.
Which visa type should I list if I have held multiple visas?
The form lists a primary visa and a section for other visas, leading to uncertainty about ordering. Enter the visa used for entry in item 3 and list all others with dates in item 4.
How long should I expect to stay in the United States?
Item 7 asks for an expectation, but filers may be unsure of the required detail. Provide a reasonable estimate based on your current plans.
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