@dprasoon: Is your employer secretly taking 7.65% of your paycheck? 🛑💸 (F-1 Students, save this and check your paystub right now). If you are an international student working on an F-1 visa (on-campus, CPT, or OPT), the IRS officially classifies you as a Nonresident Alien for your first 5 calendar years. By law, Nonresident Aliens are EXEMPT from paying FICA taxes (Social Security & Medicare), which combined take 7.65% of your gross income. So why is it missing from your paycheck?As a corporate financial consultant, I see this all the time. Default HR and payroll software systems (like Workday, ADP, or SuccessFactors) are strictly designed for US Citizens. Unless you actively tell them otherwise, the system automatically checks the FICA box and deducts your money. How to Fix It Today:Do not wait for your employer to figure it out. You need to email your HR/Payroll department immediately, tell them your visa status, and demand a refund for the months they already deducted. 💬 Comment "FICA" below and I will DM you my free 6-page PDF Guide containing: 1️⃣ The exact corporate rule breakdown. 2️⃣ The word-for-word Email Template to copy, paste, and send to your HR department. 3️⃣ Instructions on filing IRS Form 843 if your employer refuses to refund you. Do not leave your hard-earned money on the table! Check your paystub today. 👇 Let’s build a smart financial future together. Disclaimer: Educational purposes only. Not financial, tax, or immigration advice. #F1Visa #InternationalStudent #FICATax #PersonalFinance #NepaliInUSA

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Tuesday 08 September 2026 01:00:00 GMT