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Form 2063: U.S. Departing Alien Income Tax Statement
Internal Revenue Service Form 2063 is the U.S. Departing Alien Income Tax Statement that certifies a departing resident or nonresident alien has satisfied all U.S. income tax obligations for the reported tax year.
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IRS Form 2063 - U.S. Departing Alien Income Tax Statement
Internal Revenue Service Form 2063 is the U.S. Departing Alien Income Tax Statement that certifies a departing resident or nonresident alien has satisfied all U.S. income tax obligations for the reported tax year.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Submitting false or incomplete information can trigger IRS penalties.
- 2Leaving line 1 (Name) blank or entering an illegible name.
- 3Omitting the passport or alien registration card number on line 7.
- 4Failing to answer Yes/No on line 12 about receiving U.S. taxable income.
- 5Not indicating whether U.S. tax was withheld on line 12b when income was reported.
Plain English
Form 2063 is a certificate you fill out when you leave the United States. It shows the IRS that you have met any U.S. income‑tax obligations for the tax year you are reporting. You provide personal details, dates of entry and departure, and answer questions about any U.S. income, tax withheld, or payments made. You must sign and date the form before sending it.
Submission Date
- Filing date: 2024-09-16 22:10:15
- 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 departing resident alien without a termination assessment or a departing nonresident alien who has no taxable U.S. source income for the reported tax year.
- Do not use it when you have a termination assessment as a resident alien or when you have taxable U.S. source income as a nonresident alien.
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Use this form or another form?
Departing resident alien with no termination assessment
Certifies all U.S. tax obligations are satisfied for the tax year
✓ Verify no U.S. taxable income for that year
Departing nonresident alien with no U.S. taxable income
Provides an annual certificate of compliance for departure
✓ Confirm no U.S. tax liability exists
Departing alien needing proof of tax compliance for visa or immigration purposes
Required by authorities to show tax compliance before exit
✓ Ensure signature, date, and OMB number are present
Deadline or filing window
Not stated in the official source.
Checklist
What you need before filling it out
Name (line 1)
Printed name of departing alien · Personal identification documents
Date of departure (line 8)
MM/DD/YYYY departure date · Travel itinerary or passport exit stamp
12a – Income subject to U.S. tax? (line 12)
Yes/No answer and details if Yes · Prior year tax return or employer statements
Signature (declaration)
Handwritten signature of departing alien · Signature field on form
Social security number or ITIN (line 1)
SSN or ITIN number · Social security card or IRS notice
Before you submit
- 1Print the completed Form 2063 on single‑sided paper
- 2Verify that all required fields (lines 1‑10) are filled
- 3Confirm dates are entered in MM/DD/YYYY format
- 4Answer Yes/No to income questions (lines 12, 13, 14) accurately
- 5Attach any supporting documents for U.S. income if answered Yes
- 6Sign and date the declaration at the bottom of the form
- 7Check that the OMB control number 1545-0138 is present
- 8Ensure the form shows the revision date September 2024
- 9Retain a copy of the signed form for your records
- 10Mail the form to the IRS as instructed in the official instructions
How to file this form
- 1Complete all required lines on Form 2063
- 2Review answers for accuracy and completeness
- 3Sign and date the declaration
- 4Make a photocopy of the signed form for your records
- 5Mail the original form to the IRS as instructed
- 6Obtain a delivery receipt or tracking confirmation as proof of filing
Known limitations
- 1Does not apply to resident aliens who have received a termination assessment
- 2Does not apply to nonresident aliens who have taxable U.S. source income
- 3Not suitable for individuals who must file a regular U.S. tax return for the year
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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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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Edition date — confirm the revision reads September 2024 on the form
- Fee — Not stated in the official source
- Mailing address — Not stated in the official source
- Signature — confirm the departing alien signs and dates the form
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After you file
- 1Store the signed certificate with your passport
- 2Keep supporting documents for as long as they may become material to tax administration
- 3Monitor for any IRS correspondence regarding the certificate
- 4If an error is discovered, submit a corrected Form 2063 promptly
- 5Do not send the form to the address listed for comments
Sources
- SRCForm p.1 — title and revision date (Rev. September 2024)
- SRCForm p.1 — OMB No. 1545-0138 present on the form
- SRCForm p.1 — instruction to go to www.irs.gov/Form2063 for latest information
- SRCForm p.2 — line 12a question about U.S. income and follow‑up lines 12b, 12c
- SRCForm p.2 — line 13 question about prior year income and follow‑up lines 13b, 13c
- SRCForm p.2 — line 14 question about liability for prior years
- SRCForm p.2 — declaration statement under penalties of perjury
- SRCForm p.2 — signature line and date requirement
- SRCForm p.2 — estimated time breakdown (recordkeeping 6 min., learning 3 min., preparing 26 min., copying/assembling/sending 13 min.)
- SRCForm p.2 — privacy and disclosure notices
Common confusion points
Do I need to file this if I have U.S. source income?
The form is for those with no taxable U.S. income, but the question can be unclear.
→ Verify answer to line 12a and ensure income is truly none
Can I use my passport number instead of SSN?
The form asks for SSN or ITIN if any, and a separate passport number field.
→ Provide both where applicable
What if I am a resident alien with a termination assessment?
The form is not for those with a termination assessment.
→ Confirm resident status and check for termination notice before using Form 2063
Is the mailing address on the form for filing?
The form does not list a filing address; the address shown is for comments only.
→ Refer to IRS instructions or website for correct filing address
How long should I keep this certificate?
Records must be retained as long as they may become material.
→ Store with passport indefinitely
Will I be penalized for missing a field?
Incomplete or false information can lead to penalties.
→ Ensure all required fields are completed accurately
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- Form 2063 – submit a corrected version promptly
Questions about IRS Form 2063
What is IRS Form 2063 used for?
Form 2063 is a certificate you fill out when you leave the United States. It shows the IRS that you have met any U.S. income‑tax obligations for the tax year you are reporting. You provide personal details, dates of entry and departure, and answer questions about any U.S. income, tax withheld, or payments made. You must sign and date the form before sending it.
Who must file IRS Form 2063?
Resident aliens who have not had a termination assessment and nonresident aliens with no taxable U.S. source income must file IRS Form 2063.
What information does IRS Form 2063 require?
The form collects your name, SSN or ITIN, U.S. and foreign addresses, tax year, employment status, citizenship, passport or alien registration number, dates of entry and departure, residency status, and answers to questions about U.S. income, tax withheld, estimated payments, prior‑year income, and liability. All of this appears on lines 1 through 14 and the signature block.
How do I complete IRS Form 2063?
Begin by entering personal data on lines 1‑4, then indicate your employment status on line 5 and citizenship on line 6. Fill in passport or alien registration number (line 7), departure and entry dates (lines 8‑10), and answer the residency question on line 11. Complete the income questions in lines 12‑14 as applicable, then sign and date the certificate in the signature block.
What happens if IRS Form 2063 is filed incorrectly?
Providing false or incomplete information on Form 2063 can subject you to IRS penalties.
Do I need to file this if I have U.S. source income?
The form is for those with no taxable U.S. income, but the question can be unclear. Verify answer to line 12a and ensure income is truly none
Can I use my passport number instead of SSN?
The form asks for SSN or ITIN if any, and a separate passport number field. Provide both where applicable
What if I am a resident alien with a termination assessment?
The form is not for those with a termination assessment. Confirm resident status and check for termination notice before using Form 2063
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