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Form 9210: Alien Status Questionnaire
IRS Form 9210 is an Alien Status Questionnaire used to furnish details about a person's alien status in the United States during a specific tax year. The form catalog number is 11842U.
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IRS Form 9210 - Alien Status Questionnaire
IRS Form 9210 is an Alien Status Questionnaire used to furnish details about a person's alien status in the United States during a specific tax year. The form catalog number is 11842U.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Ensure you provide a copy of any foreign income tax return if Item 12 is answered 'Yes'.
- 2Failing to list all Visa Types held in Item 4, especially those currently held.
- 3Not explaining a change in original intention regarding stay length when answering Item 8.
- 4Forgetting to furnish a copy of a family member's U.S. Federal income tax return if required (Item 10).
- 5Incorrectly stating the purpose for each departure listed in Item 15.
Plain English
This form helps the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) understand your immigration and residency history within the U.S. You use it to provide details about your citizenship, visa types, employment status, and when you entered and left the country during a tax year. This information is necessary for accurate filing of federal income taxes.
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 furnishing information about your alien status in the United States during the tax year referenced on the form.
- Do not use Form 9210 when you are filing a standard income tax return (e.g., Form 1040) and only need to provide basic citizenship/residency details, unless specifically instructed by the IRS.
- Check other sections of your main tax form if you are reporting foreign income or employment details that require specific schedules.
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Use this form or another form?
You earned significant income outside the U.S. during your final departure year
You must report this income amount on your primary tax return to show worldwide earnings.
✓ Check Item 15
Your family entered the U.S. on a specific visa type and you need to list that detail
This confirms the legal basis for your family's status, which is needed for item 10.
✓ Check Item 10
You are employed by an employer in the U.S. but also worked for them abroad
You must confirm this relationship under Item 13 to avoid conflicting employment reports.
✓ Check Item 13
Deadline or filing window
The official source does not state a specific filing deadline for Form 9210. However, the form must be completed to report status during the 'above tax year,' implying timely submission with the relevant tax return.
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What you need before filling it out
Item 1 (Country of Citizenship)
Name of country of which you are now a citizen or subject · Form p.1
Item 4 (Other Visa Types)
List all other Visa Types, dates obtained, and current status · Form p.1
Item 7 (Expected Stay Length)
How long you expect to remain in the United States · Form p.1
Item 10 (Family Accompanying You)
Yes/No answer regarding family accompaniment · Form p.1
Item 12 (Foreign Tax Return Filing)
Yes/No answer regarding filing a foreign income tax return while in the U.S. · Form p.2
Item 15 (Travel Dates & Purpose)
All arrival/departure dates and the purpose of each trip · Form p.2
Before you submit
- 1Enter your name and address in the designated space on Form 9210.
- 2Specify the tax year you are reporting on under 'In reply refer to:'.
- 3Answer all questions regarding your alien status, from Item 1 through Item 15.
- 4If applicable, furnish copies of required documents (e.g., family's U.S. Federal income tax return for item 10).
- 5Complete the detailed sections when answering 'Yes' to specific questions (e.g., employer details in Item 11).
- 6Sign and date the certification statement under penalty of perjury.
- 7Keep a copy of the fully completed Form 9210 for your records.
How to file this form
- 1Complete all personal identifying information, including name, address, and the tax year you are reporting on.
- 2Fill out Items 1 through 15, providing specific details regarding citizenship, visa history, employment status, travel dates, and income earned outside the U.S.
- 3Attach copies of supporting documents as required (e.g., foreign tax returns or family's W-2/1040 copy).
- 4Sign and date the Certification statement under penalty of perjury on Form 9210.
- 5Mail the completed Form 9210 to the appropriate IRS service center.
Known limitations
- 1The form must be completed for a specific tax year.
- 2The information furnished pertains to the alien status within the United States during the specified tax year.
- 3If an individual is not employed in the United States, they still need to complete item 13 (Did you file a foreign income tax return with a foreign country while you were a resident in the United States) and provide documentation if 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->The current edition listed is Form 9210 (Rev. 7-2015), dated July 2015. The source does not reference a specific page for the latest information, but it provides all necessary details from the form itself.
What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision date reads 7-2015.
- Catalog Number — confirm the number is 11842U.
- Form Title — confirm the official title is Alien Status Questionnaire.
- Tax year reference — confirm the specific tax year you are reporting on is listed in 'In reply refer to:'.
- Certification — confirm that your signature and date are present below the declaration.
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After you file
- 1The filer must keep a copy of the completed IRS Form 9210.
- 2The filer must sign the form under penalty of perjury, certifying that the statement is true, correct, and complete.
- 3When filling out item 15 (Dates of arrival/departure), the filer must provide remarks for each entry.
- 4If an explanation is required for items like 'Did you change your original intention about the length of your stay' (Item 8) or 'Did you ever apply for and/or have been granted lawful permanent residence' (Item 9), that explanation must be provided on the form.
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — The form is titled Alien Status Questionnaire and has Catalog Number 11842U.
- SRCForm p.1 — The revision date for Form 9210 is July 2015 (Rev. 7-2015).
- SRCForm p.1 — Item 3 requires the Visa Type (Letter and Number) under which the filer first entered the United States.
- SRCForm p.1 — Item 4 requires listing all other held Visa Types, including the Letter and Number, along with dates obtained.
- SRCForm p.2 — Item 15 requires providing all arrival/departure dates in the space below, along with the purpose of each departure from the United States.
- SRCForm p.2 — The certification states that the filer declares under penalty of perjury that the statement is true, correct, and complete.
Common confusion points
What do I use in the 'In reply refer to:' section?
This field requires a specific reference number or identifier related to the filing, which is not defined by this form itself.
→ Check your IRS correspondence for the required reference.
How do I list my other visa types (Item 4)?
The filer must list all other Visa Types held, including dates obtained, even if they are different from the primary visa shown in Item 3, and include any currently held visas.
→ Ensure you list both the Letter and Number for each type.
If I answer 'Yes' to item 10 (Did your family accompany you)?
If yes, the filer must specify what type of visa their family used to enter the U.S. (Number and Letter).
→ Do not leave this blank if Item 10 is answered affirmatively.
When do I need to provide a copy of my spouse's or family member's tax return?
This is required only if you answer 'Yes' to item 10, question: 'Did your spouse, or any other member of your family, work in the United States'.
→ Keep the original U.S. Federal income tax return handy.
What do I need to provide for Item 15 (Dates)?
For every arrival and departure date listed, the filer must include a Departure Date, Purpose, and Remarks column entry.
→ Ensure all dates are present for each trip recorded.
If my employer is different from where I worked abroad (Item 13), what do I write?
The answer is 'No' to Item 13, but if the filer was not employed in the U.S., they must state 'Not employed'.
→ If you were employed in the U.S., clearly indicate whether your current employer matches your prior foreign one.
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- The filer must keep a copy of Form 9210 to provide as proof of status.
Questions about IRS Form 9210
What is IRS Form 9210 used for?
This form helps the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) understand your immigration and residency history within the U.S. You use it to provide details about your citizenship, visa types, employment status, and when you entered and left the country during a tax year. This information is necessary for accurate filing of federal income taxes.
Who must file IRS Form 9210?
The filer category is an individual who is subject to furnishing information concerning their alien status in the United States during the above tax year.
What information does IRS Form 9210 require?
The form collects various details, including your name and address, country of citizenship, visa types held (Item 3 & 4), employment history (Items 11 & 12), and dates of arrival and departure from the United States (Item 15).
Where do I file IRS Form 9210?
The form is associated with Catalog Number 11842U and can be found at www.irs.gov for submission purposes.
How do I complete IRS Form 9210?
First, the filer must provide personal information like their name, address, and tax year. Next, they furnish details regarding their citizenship and visa history (Items 1-5). Finally, the filer completes all sections pertaining to employment, travel dates, and signs the certification statement before submitting.
What happens if IRS Form 9210 is filed incorrectly?
By signing Form 9210, the taxpayer declares under penalty of perjury that the statement is true, correct, and complete.
What do I use in the 'In reply refer to:' section?
This field requires a specific reference number or identifier related to the filing, which is not defined by this form itself. Check your IRS correspondence for the required reference.
How do I list my other visa types (Item 4)?
The filer must list all other Visa Types held, including dates obtained, even if they are different from the primary visa shown in Item 3, and include any currently held visas. Ensure you list both the Letter and Number for each type.
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