Tax Issues for Non-U.S. Artists
The most highly regarded and authoritative on-line resource specifically focused on obtaining tax issues for non-U.S. artists and arts professionals who perform or provide services in the United States. Produced and maintained by the League of American Orchestras and the Association of Performing Arts Professionals, in conjunction with nationally and internationally recognized experts to create this invaluable resource, which includes forms, templates, sample documents, and links to key government websites.
The website for the Internal Revenue Service contains information on how to research international tax treaties, as well as forms for claiming exemptions and applying for central withholding agreements.
“Basic U.S. Tax Laws for Foreign Artists”
A memorandum we created to provide you with basic concepts and information about the U.S. tax obligations imposed on foreign artists and performers. Its a complex (and often maddening topic), but this will give you a place to embark upon your journey into the hole of tax law.